MTLNOVEL Chapter 709: Time_2
Soon they were helping the injured sisters up, and Qian Chengxue led them toward the floating elevator.
Just at that moment, a series of intense tremors occurred, the overhead lights shattered extensively, and sparks flew everywhere.
"Ah~~"
Everybody screamed in a panic.
"Don't be afraid, everyone, stay calm."
Qian Chengxue steadied herself against the wall and loudly comforted everyone.
At this moment, the area broadcast continuously rang with piercing alarms. It was clearly an enemy attack, hitting the ship's armor directly.
After the tremors eased slightly.
Qian Chengxue turned her head to the many sisters and asked, "Are you all alright?"
"We're fine, Sister Xue."
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"Then let's go, the floating elevator isn't far ahead, everyone hang in there."
Qian Chengxue encouraged everyone as she led them forward at a run.
Before long, Qian Chengxue and her group arrived at the nearest floating elevator. They were full of joy as they rushed up and pressed the button hard, only to be stunned.
The elevator doors wouldn't open at all; it was clear they had been damaged in the tremors.
"This side won't open."
"Mine won't open either."
.....
The voices of the sisters present grew anxious, tinged with a hint of sobbing.
After looking around, Qian Chengxue said, "Let's take the emergency passage."
"But it's so far? We have so many injured sisters."
"Far or not, we have to go. Move some distance first, then see if there's a working floating elevator nearby. We can't just wait here. We must quickly get to the hangar and meet up with Su Mo. The evacuation notice has come down, and it's estimated that ships will soon start escaping. The opportunity to flee is limited; we can't miss it."
Qian Chengxue made a firm decision.
"Okay, Sister Xue."
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Inside the command room of the Blue Whale.
Wick watched the virtual screen as one warning after another of damage kept popping up.
His face grew increasingly grim, and his hands began to tremble slightly.
Gazing at the enemy swarming in like a tide, a streak of fierceness and hatred flashed in his eyes, and he turned to Mu Yu and said.
"General Mu Yu, by the look of things, there's little chance of saving the Blue Whale. The responsibility for its downfall is one I can't bear. If the Blue Whale and its cargo fall into the hands of the Imperial Army, that's a responsibility even more unbearable. Therefore, I've decided to resist to the end! If it comes to it, I'll go down with the ship! The Imperial Army will gain nothing from this!"
The other officials present, upon hearing Wick's words, showed no fear or panic.
On the contrary, each vehemently echoed the sentiment.
"That's right, better to perish together than give them a single chance!"
In fact, over the years, the hatred between the Alliance nations and the Imperial Army was profound, and calling it a blood feud wouldn't be an exaggeration.
Even a powerhouse like the Federation got troubled by the Imperial Army often, let alone a weaker nation like them.
If it weren't for the constraints of Star Ring City and reasons of survival, they would have waged all-out war with them long ago.
After listening to Wick, Mu Yu's old face twitched continuously, and he finally responded hoarsely.
"I will personally lead the resistance, and if it becomes impossible, I'll destroy the Blue Whale! The Gaojia Republic takes pride in you all!"
Saying that, Mu Yu saluted Wick and then left with his men.
After Mu Yu left, Wick took a deep breath and issued an order: "Pass down my orders, instruct the special task force to head to the Blue Whale's ammunition depot, power room, and 180 other sections to plant bombs!"
"Yes!"
Everyone responded in unison.
Wick's eyes were exceedingly calm; his plan wasn't just for the Blue Whale to self-destruct. He also aimed to blow up everything on the ship, ensuring the Imperial Soldiers gain nothing.
The fact is, these supplies were meant for the front lines, which are already stretched thin. If the Imperial Army gets their hands on these supplies, it's akin to equipping them with added power.
The consequences would be disastrous, a responsibility Wick cannot bear.
As for the idea of escape, Wick never considered it; as the captain of the Blue Whale, he would sooner die than leave.
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Emergency passage on the Blue Whale.
Su Mo was leading many sisters forward when suddenly the path ahead was blocked.
They saw hundreds of people scrambling to get through an escape door, refusing to yield, and even resorting to fighting.
"Get lost, give way for me, you maniacs."
"I won't, if we die, we die together today."
...
Upon seeing this, Su Mo couldn't help but mutter a low curse.
"A bunch of idiots, fighting at a time like this."
Zhao Han asked, "Su Mo, what should we do now since these people won't let us through?"
Su Mo took a deep breath, and the Heavenly Sin Armor instantly enveloped his body.
"Fight our way through!"
Su Mo had no time for nonsense; the Blue Whale was almost doomed. No matter how skilled he was, he couldn't protect this many people.
With that, Su Mo led the charge, punching anyone who stood in the way straight down.
However, Su Mo controlled his strength and didn't hit hard.
"Let's go too!"
Without a hint of hesitation, Zhao Han followed suit and charged forward.
The passengers blocking the way hadn't even reacted before they were knocked down one by one.
"Who are you to hit us! Do you know...."
A richly dressed young man, full of anger, yelled at Su Mo and the others as they charged through.
Su Mo swung his fist, landing a punch squarely on the young man's face, knocking him to the ground, and stomped straight over him.
"Idiot."
Su Mo didn't even bother to ridicule any further.
Before long, Su Mo and the others successfully reached the lift platform area.