Lan Jue bluntly pointed out the problems and needs they faced, then returned to her seat.
Their encounter with the Violet Princess had left a shadow in his heart. At his current level of strength, he knew he couldn't face her alone and survive.
Of all the humans, Pops was probably the only one who could rely on his own power to spy on the aliens and harass them.
Unfortunately, universal protogenia affected him, making it impossible for him to fight for long periods of time.
In fact, fighting would consume his life force.
Therefore, Lan Jue hoped that humanity could find a way to use technology to solve the problem.
If he could do that, then many problems would be easily solved.
Listening to Lan Jue's words, the leaders of the military, as well as the scientists representing the scientific community, looked thoughtful.
The morning meeting came to an end. There would be a group discussion in the afternoon.
In terms of scientific research, the higher-ups of the military still had to meet many times to confirm the deployment of troops.
Lan Jue and Lan Qing walked out of the meeting hall.
"Commander Lan, Admiral Lan, may I invite you to join us for lunch?" Kang Hui approached them from behind, his voice earnest.
Lan Jue looked at Lan Qing. Lan Qing nodded. "Of course."
Kang Hui broke into a smile. "That's wonderful.
Please follow me. "
The dining environment was simple, and the lunch simple.
In addition to the three of them, there was one other person present.
Heron's Bastion Bastion commander, Yan Yuan.
Unlike Kang Hui, Yan Yuan had received internal disciplinary action, but it hadn't been revoked.
Heron had escaped unscathed, but it had suffered heavy losses. It would take a great deal to recover to its former strength.
Fortunately, Yan Yuan had survived.
"Commander Lan, Yan Yuan and I would like to propose a toast to you. We have a meeting in the afternoon, we'll have tea instead of wine." Kang Hui raised his cup first. Yan Yuan followed suit.
Lan Jue smiled and clinked her own cup with theirs. She took a sip.
Kang Hui's voice was full of sorrow. "It feels like a lifetime ago.
At that time, when the entire First Fleet was killed, I really thought that we would never come back.
It's all thanks to you and your Skyfire Squad.
Frankly, I'm ashamed of what happened next.
I won't explain much, but I can guarantee that it wasn't my intention. "
Lan Jue waved her hand and said, "Let bygones be bygones. Everyone serves their own masters, so it's not a big deal.
But if we're going to win against the aliens in the future, we need to be united.
Otherwise, I won't be able to do anything. "
Kang Hui nodded in agreement. "Yeah!
It was in our internal discussions that we realized this, and that's why this meeting was held.
Only by working together to resist the foreign enemies would they be able to obtain the final victory.
Commander, will you still be leading Star Division on reconnaissance missions? "
Lan Jue's heart skipped a beat. This time, Kang Hui was talking about an army, not a squad.
It was obvious that there was a reason behind it.
After a moment's thought, he said, "If we want to spy on the aliens, or even harass them, we'll need to find them first.
The first thing he needed to do was to protect himself.
That's why Star Division won't stop investigating the aliens. But we'll only be able to select our best squads for this kind of mission.
As I said in the meeting, what we need now is the most advanced technology available to us. We'll do everything we can to ensure everyone's safety.
If we're just throwing our lives away, we won't be able to accept it. The loss of our lives won't help the situation at all. "
Kang Hui nodded thoughtfully. "I understand. Don't worry, Commander Lan. We'll do our best to push this forward."
Lan Qing didn't interrupt. He just sat to the side and ate slowly. He seemed very quiet.
Yan Yuan turned to Lan Qing. "I've heard a lot about Lan Qing, Admiral Lan Qing.
What does Marshal Lan think of this war?
Do you have any ideas on how to deal with it? "
Lan Qing lifted his head. His voice was indifferent. "I don't have any thoughts.
I'm just playing to my strengths. "
The words were vague, but when they came out of Lan Qing's mouth they were filled with confidence.
As admirals themselves, Kang Hui and Yan Yuan couldn't help but be surprised.
No wonder he was one of the best of the Eastern Alliance's younger generation. He looked calm, but in reality he was a force to be reckoned with.
Yan Yuan couldn't help but comment. "Admiral Lan Qing seems confident."
Lan Qing shook his head. "Confidence isn't something you talk about. It's something you fight.
I believe I'll face the aliens one day. I'll give it my all. "
Lunch came to an end, and the afternoon was divided into groups.
Lan Qing and Lan Jue parted ways.
Lan Qing participated in a military discussion.
Lan Jue, on the other hand, was participating in a discussion of scientific research.
One reason was because he was a powerful Adept, and the other was because he was the most successful scout team. His research was an important direction for future research.
It wasn't until late afternoon that the meeting finally came to an end.
Many people dragged their exhausted bodies out of the venue.
"Come with me," a deep voice rang out in the ears of Lan Qing and Lan Jue.
A strange light flashed in Lan Jue's eyes, and Lan Qing's too. The two brothers lifted their heads in unison, looking in the same direction.
Tall and dark, the Terminator stood there like a mountain. Everyone who passed by him bowed in greeting.
Qiu Xiaochen had just stepped out of the meeting hall when she spotted Lan Jue and Lan Qing. She quickened her pace to meet them.
Not because of the mission the Western Alliance had given her, but because she was interested in these two men.
Young, handsome, similar in appearance, but completely different in temperament.
They were undoubtedly the best of their generation.
She was filled with curiosity and desire to interact with them.
Just as she was about to reach them, she was surprised to see Lan Jue and Lan Qing stride in the same direction. There stood a man who made it hard for her to breathe.
The Terminator!
The strongest Adept in the Northern Alliance, and second among the ten Paragons.
They were going to find the Terminator?
Ah, yes, he was also a Paragon.
It wasn't a secret that Lan Qing was a Paragon. His nickname, Peerless Radiant Monarch of Middle Heaven, was the talk of the Adept world.
Still, people subconsciously thought of him as a general, the God of War of the Eastern Alliance, Prometheus. Very few people thought of him as a Paragon, a Reflection of Heaven and Earth at that.
What were they going to do with the Terminator?
Discuss Adepts?
Qiu Xiaochen stopped in her tracks. She couldn't go any further. This wasn't a discussion she could participate in.
The Western Alliance general's voice came from behind her. "Forget it."
Qiu Xiaochen turned her head. "General."
The Western Alliance general sighed. "I can't see the future."
Qiu Xiaochen was surprised. "You don't think we'll win?"
The Western Alliance general smirked. "No, I'm saying I can't see the future of the Western Alliance.
The Northern Alliance has a strong military and research force.
The Eastern Alliance has the ruling Adept Skyfire Avenue.
Both of them would shine brilliantly in the fight against the aliens.
The rise of the Eastern Alliance is nearly unstoppable.
What about us?
The Western Alliance may be ahead of the rest of humanity in genetic research, but we're a step behind in exuvium technology.
We're not much stronger than the Eastern Alliance in terms of military power.
The two Citadels are at war with each other. We invited the Pontiff and Satan, but they didn't show up.
The future of the Western Alliance is worrying. "
Qiu Xiaochen wasn't convinced. "But we still have Neptune, and the Hanhai Group!"
She couldn't help but blush when she thought of Huali's handsome face. Like most girls, Neptune was her idol.
The Western Alliance general interjected. "Do you really think the Hanhai Group belongs to the Western Alliance?
Xiaochen, you've passed the age of naivety. "
Not far away, there was a faint smile on a handsome face. It was such an ordinary smile, but it couldn't help but attract the attention of the people nearby.
As a Paragon, his perception of his surroundings was far greater than the average person's, and he could hear many things.
Huali had planned to go find Lan Jue, but when he saw Lan Jue and Lan Qing leave with the Terminator, he didn't follow.
In fact, he didn't need to come in person. He'd come because he knew Lan Jue would be there.
Just as Simon had said, the Hanhai Group didn't belong to the Western Alliance. It didn't belong to any faction. The Hanhai Group was the Hanhai Group.
Huali was the Admiral of the Hanhai Army, and the representative of the Hanhai Group.
The aliens were coming, and the Hanhai Group's future, and the future of the Hanhai Army – all of this was important.
He needed to discuss this with Lan Jue and Lan Qing.
The only way to help each other was to trust each other.
At the very least, Huali trusted them more than he trusted the Western Alliance.
A large verti-car was waiting for them outside the meeting hall.
Compared to most of the military, the Terminator was the only one with more authority.
His position in the Northern Alliance couldn't be described with words.
He was a symbol. In the North, he was a godlike figure.
She followed the Terminator into the car.
To Lan Jue's surprise, the interior of the verti-car wasn't extravagant at all. In fact, it was simple. The wide seats were comfortable, but that was all.
The Terminator sat opposite. The car was large, but it didn't seem spacious.
His dark face was calm, his eyes deep.
"I'll take you to a place. Lan Qing, we'll exchange some pointers. You can start preparing." The Terminator spoke to Lan Qing.