"If executed, with elite reinforcements on the western battlefield, Battle Group Leader Su Lie likely wouldn't have lost the decisive battle."
"However, Prime Minister Ou Juren's delays have caused the fleet to still be unable to depart."
"If anyone on Holy Terra must bear responsibility for this failure, it has to be Ou Juren!"
"Nonsense!" Ou Juren growled, knowing he could no longer remain silent. He had to defend himself: "Preparing the fleet isn't as simple as you think! The Navy, Mars, and the Legal Department—three entirely independent forces—require an immense amount of coordination! Is deploying the fleet all that's needed? The accompanying forces are equally crucial, yet negotiations with the Star Realm Army remain incomplete, and the Legal Department hasn't been able to gather sufficient accompanying units. Not to mention, the commander of the United Fleet has yet to be confirmed..."
Mid-defense, he abruptly stopped speaking.
Cold sweat dripped down his forehead.
