The human race had reached a moment of life and death. At this moment, everyone chose to support the frontline army with all their might and cheer for them. Even if doing so might not be decisive, at least by doing so, the frontline army would not have to worry about the rear, and their chances of success would increase by a little or two.
As the commander of the allied forces, Lan Qing, Kang Hui, and Huali were heroes of humanity.
That victory had been a huge blow to humanity's confidence.
There were even voices within the Northern Alliance questioning why they hadn't sent more troops to help with Tyrannosaurus' assault.
This also made the politicians very helpless.
At different times, people's states were completely different.
Tensed nerves had already appeared in every human body.
They were waiting for news, good or bad.
Middle Heaven, Tyrannosaurus, and Neptune. Three of humanity's bastions flew through space in a triangular formation.
Without question, this was the best way to deal with enemies coming from any direction.
The twelve fleets weren't guarding the outer perimeter as they usually did. Instead, they were stationed within the formation.
Lan Qing had come up with this arrangement for a simple reason. Bastions were humanity's strongest warships, and they were best placed on the outer perimeter where they could withstand the enemy's most powerful attacks. At the same time, a fleet of interstellar ships would be able to attack more effectively, and they wouldn't have to worry too much.
They wouldn't have to worry too much about defending.
Such a formation was not flexible, and even limited in speed. However, such a dense formation was like a hedgehog, and it was best to defend against the enemy.
The twelve fleets didn't have any objections. Kang Hui and Huali also supported the idea.
There were only so many soldiers left in the Alliance. Only by protecting themselves would they have a chance.
Going slower would cost them more time, but it was better than being wiped out by the enemy.
In the vastness of space, there was nothing to hide from. They could be attacked at any moment.
A great battle could break out at any moment. Everyone was quietly waiting for this moment to arrive.
Lan Jue, Zhou Qianlin, and the other Paragons remained on Angel.
Bize, the Goddess of Wine, was also among them.
Granny Bess returned to Aubert de Villaine and informed him of the dire situation they were in. Two Paragons had come together, and although Aubert de Villaine's treant form was strange, he was still a Paragon. The addition of a Paragon to their ranks was a great boost to humanity's fighting prowess.
Star Division stayed behind as well. Their mission was no small matter.
No one knew what kind of forces the aliens would send to ambush them.
They must have known that the human army had set off and that Angel Planet was in danger.
"Attention, temporary residents of planet Angel. Attention, temporary residents of planet Angel.
Next, play the holographic projection. "
The voice that came from the sky attracted the attention of many busy people.
All the citizens of the seven administrative planets were gathered on Angel Planet, but it did not seem crowded because they had survived, but there were even more humans who had died in the catastrophe.
After a few days, everyone's emotions had basically stabilized, and they began to rebuild the planet. With the help of the military, they achieved rather good results.
With the influx of resources, at least the people on Angel were able to live a normal life.
Of course, they still needed a constant supply of food.
Simple entertainment facilities were also in place, so they could watch the news from the outside world.
One by one, holographic images appeared in the streets and alleys. These were all built using the resources left behind. Now, there was no concept of family. As long as they could survive, these people were especially satisfied.
"Our army is on its way to Europa. We will fight the aliens to the death."
The images changed to show the three bastions leading the fleet into the depths of space.
The first thing that came with such a scene was shock, a strong sense of shock.
Could they really defeat the aliens?
That was the first question on everyone's mind.
But then, a strong sense of fear rushed into their hearts.
"The army is gone, what do we do?" It was the thought that ran through the minds of the survivors of the Western Alliance.
Panic began to spread in that instant.
However, at this moment, the holographic image changed again, and a huge Planet Rail Cannon appeared on the screen.
"Don't worry, our planetary defense system is complete. It's at least ten times the size of Angel's.
It's strong enough to repel any alien attack and ensure everyone's safety.
Please continue to live as normal and await good news from the frontlines. "
Seeing the many Planetary Rail Cannons, the citizens finally calmed down a little. However, they were all people who had experienced great disasters. After a short period of peace, an even stronger worry surged in their hearts.
When the alien armies first arrived, they had a planetary defense system as well!
Even if the planet's defenses were stronger, would they be able to withstand the alien assault?
Had the military given up on us in order to defeat the aliens?
Those who survived were the cream of the crop.
They were intelligent enough to ponder the situation for a while, and the more discerning among them realized the most important problem.
What to do?
They couldn't even run. Were they just going to wait for death on the planet?
Another voice came from the holographic projection, and the image changed again.
"Next, there is a person that everyone is very familiar with, or rather, a goddess, who has something to say to everyone."
Goddess?
The word caught everyone's attention. Their eyes turned back to the holographic projection.
In the next moment, the faces of those who'd panicked froze. They couldn't believe their eyes.
She wore a pure white dress without any decorations on her body. Her long black hair flowed down her back, and her azure eyes were as bright as the stars, yet they carried an incomparable gentleness.
She was so beautiful, untainted by dust. Like a goddess, pure without a single blemish. No one dared to defile her.
Goddess, a true goddess!
No one could forget that in their most painful moments, they had seen this face. That beautiful face filled with compassion and benevolence had left too deep of an impression on them.
But at the time, she was a true goddess, thousands of meters tall. She floated in the air like a deity.
But at this moment, what appeared in the holographic projection was a woman, a real person, a person who looked exactly like that goddess.
Was it her?
Was it our goddess?
While they were shocked, the people were thinking about the same question in their minds.
"Hello, everyone. I am Zhou Qianlin.
My Paragon title is Guanyin, the Queen of Heaven. "Zhou Qianlin's soft voice was like a spring breeze, seeping into everyone's heart.
Some had heard this voice before, when they'd been saved. It was so familiar.
But now, it was even more vivid than before.
Guanyin, the Queen of Heaven, Zhou Qianlin.
Paragon?
Was this their goddess?
The name of Paragon drew the attention of the crowd. In the eyes of the common folk, Paragons were high and mighty, and this man's words confirmed their suspicions.
It was her, it had to be her. She saved our lives.
Zhou Qianlin smiled. Everyone looked at her in the holographic projection and felt as if she were looking at them.
Then they saw Zhou Qianlin's body glow. Behind her, an image identical to her appeared. It was the goddess who'd saved them from disaster.
"Don't worry, I'm on Angel.
There are a dozen other Paragons with me.
The military hasn't abandoned you. They've given us the responsibility of protecting this planet.
As long as we live, we won't let any harm come to you. "
As Qianlin spoke, Paragons began to appear in the holographic projection one by one.
Many of their faces were familiar to the populace. His Holiness the Pontiff, and the Terminator of the Northern Alliance.
There were also the Majesties of Skyfire Avenue.
There were also unfamiliar faces, but the fact that they stood with their goddess was proof of their identity.
Someone was the first to fall to his knees, tears streaming down his cheeks.
To them, there was nothing more important than living.
Zhou Qianlin had given them new lives, and now she was determined to live and die with them.
All the panic and anxiety in his heart vanished at this moment.
More than that, there was an indescribable sense of reverence.
This was what a true goddess should be!
When the holographic projection ended, Qianlin could feel the power of faith, stronger and richer than before, pouring into her body.
There was nothing she could do about it. After careful consideration, everyone agreed that Zhou Qianlin was the best choice.
She'd saved so many people from the Western Alliance. Although most of the Western Alliance didn't know who she was, her influence in the Western Alliance was unparalleled. Not even the Pontiff could.
Reassuring the people was of the utmost importance.
These elites from all walks of life would play an important role in the coming war against the aliens.
Zhou Qianlin had no choice but to make an appearance. Guoguo's example was superb. Not only did the fear disappear, but the people grew even more fervent.
No one knew who was the first to shout out a slogan to fight with their goddess.
All of Angel was in an uproar. This was something Lan Jue and Zhou Qianlin hadn't expected.