MTLNOVEL Chapter 805 - 479: A Choice Betting on Fate_3
Chapter 805: Chapter 479: A Choice Betting on Fate_3
The Compound-Eyed Observer had also tried to bombard the Dyson membrane directly with Star-shattering Cannons.
However, humans modified the structure of the Inner Dyson Membrane, no longer constructing stable space stations but allowing the new type of membrane to “secrete” Biological Batteries randomly across its surface.
At the same time, the microwave energy transmission network had built hundreds of thousands of small base stations, forming a densely packed power grid.
Even if the Star-shattering Cannons hit the Dyson membrane directly, they could only destroy a small part. The new type of membrane was still massive and possessed more Z Bacteria traits, recovering rapidly on its own.
Previously, the Compound-Eyed Observer might have considered dispatching Prism Ships to execute jumps and wreak havoc on the inner layer of the Dyson membrane from afar.
However, the earlier test detonation of several Energy Beam Bombs deterred them from taking any risks.
Marthus’s successful bomb test had reached its goal, but due to the failure of the capture plan, humanity lost the opportunity to further expand the battle results on the spot.
Nevertheless, humans had gained more breathing room for now.
The matter should be considered from both sides, with pros and cons.
The most significant change in the situation happened on the eighteenth day of the war.
Disaster always struck unexpectedly.
That day, humanity’s First Command Headquarters, hidden in the satellite orbit around Venus, was hit by Star-shattering Cannons.
The quantum signal frequency transmitted from the First Command Headquarters was so high that it was inevitable they would be targeted.
In fact, humans had already deployed a considerable amount of defense forces near the First Command Headquarters. Still, the Compound-Eyed Observer quietly gathered dozens of Prism Ships equipped with Star-shattering Cannons, concentrated them all on one side, and suddenly executed a volley of fire.
The terrifying beams of Star-shattering Cannons tore through the defenses and struck the small space station, a mere hundred meters in diameter.
First Marshal Mr. Green, Fourth Marshal Bainesta, and Seventh Marshal Garon Wescott were killed in the attack.
Usually, the numerous marshals and generals hardly gathered in one command post.
This time, Mr. Green planned to finalize an infallible plan to lure and ambush the enemy, inviting the other two marshals for a face-to-face discussion, not expecting that they would be caught in a single strike.
The collapse of the First Command Headquarters led to a brief chaos, and Third Marshal Nora Camp was appointed as the overall commander in the face of the crisis.
Upon Nora Camp’s ascension, some people raised objections, arguing that at this moment, Leviel Krinsman, who climbed to the position of Fifth Marshal from a non-commissioned officer through numerous battles, should take over.
The short and slim man looked delicate and weak, seemingly incapable of even tying up a chicken, but he actually possessed exceptional combat capabilities, charging into the fray multiple times as ferocious as a thunderbolt on the battlefield.
He was regarded as the second-strongest man in the army after Needham Brown.
However, his command style was distinctive, known for being calm and meticulous.
Leviel had considerable prestige among the army, second only to Mr. Green and even higher than Bainesta and Nora Camp.
Many people thought that his record was not as brilliant as Nora Camp’s because he was too young, which was why he ranked fifth. Otherwise, he would be the best successor to Mr. Green.
In ten more years, he could have been at least a Third Marshal.
Leviel was born in 3087, and was only 34 years old by now, a new face Harrison Clark had never seen before.
Such controversy lasted for two hours, and no decision had been made.
In the final decisive battle where fierce fighting occurred at all times, a leaderless army was a huge taboo.
Unfortunately, neither the calculations of the Star simulations nor the elections and discussions within the army and among its personnel produced any conclusive results.
The matter was eventually thrown at Harrison Clark’s feet.
They couldn’t delay any longer.
Let the Lord Sage decide.
Harrison Clark examined the detailed resumes of both candidates.
Actually, he had no idea which one to choose either.
This Leviel was indeed a character, and he might even grit his teeth at the birth date of this man.
If only this man had been born in 2987, how nice would it have been? He’d have another strong ally at his side.
However, he only considered it for less than 0.1 seconds before issuing the game-changing “Declaration of Absolute Trust.”
Harrison Clark decided to gamble the fate of humanity and himself on Nora Camp.
It could be said that he was extremely selfish, favoring personal connections over reason and fairness.
He was also aware that his choice would bring immense pressure to Nora Camp.
But he believed Nora Camp could bear it.