Seikai No Senki
/ Seikai no Senki Vol 4 Chapter 7
A plane-space projection map (Ja Fad) has been projected in front of the Imperial throne.
Although, it is a kingdom(Fek), its political power is unimportant to the Empire (Frybar). The word 'kingdom(Fek)' represents the region, and 'King(Larth)' is closer to an honorary title.
The King's main responsibility is to take care of the ‘Gate’ (Sord) to Lakfakalle. Compared to the impression given by their name, their authority is surprisingly small.
Innumerable blue signs danced wildly inside the Kryb Kingdom on the plane-space projection map (Ja Fad).
Across the ‘Hania Federation’ from the Skiil Kingdom (Fek Seil) and the Barkzedel Kingdom (Fek Ballzédé) there are many military unit symbols.
"Then, here these forces can serve two missions of capital (Arosh) defense and control of the ‘Hania Federation’."
The main force was not within the three kingdoms but around the ‘Central Zone’.
It invades the ‘Hania Federation’. And, revolving around the edge of the’Central Zone’ it subdues the ‘People's Sovereign Stellar Union star system’.
Furthermore, in response to the 13th Fleet forces within the three kingdoms are redeployed; troops from the Kryb Kingdom move into the ‘Hania Federation’.
To indicate the enemy it was shown in red. In other words, assuming the ‘Hania Federation’ is going to become an enemy.
But, a bright blue point emerged from the Kryb Kingdom, and quickly blocked the path.
The 13th Fleet will hold down the ‘Hania Federation Army’ by attacking it, and annihilating the (line).
"Measures are possible in this way."
"I understand now, but the ambassador won't approve us to move this way." noted Burash.
"Approve?" Faramunsh asked puzzled. "Is an approval necessary after having moved a military unit?"
"It is not necessary a problem like that. The plan's success rate might fall."
"Then you should have said so." Faramunsh returned a forced smile. "However, why would it fall?"
"Stimulation is too strong."
"What is stimulating?" Faramunsh was wondering, "What's the stimulus?"
"It is stimulation for the anti-Empire faction. Is there something other than that?"
Unless we know with absolute certainty that the ‘Hania Federation’ is unified in the integration with the Empire (Frybar), we have to assume otherwise.
However, the power base is too unstable.
They had to proceed with the plan in secrecy.
Judging by the numbers, this was the majority as the ‘Hania Federation’ ambassador Tin had admitted.
In his review the ‘Hania Federation’ military was full of flaws, but their intelligence gathering ability was high and valued.
"So the plan is endangered."
The forces which do not approve the integration with the Empire (Frybar) pose two additional problems.
Burash seems to believe in ambassador Tin's view.
"Is there another plan?" asked Ramaj.
"Certainly, there is." Faramunsh said unexpectedly. "That's the reason my subordinate is a hard worker."
The placement of unit symbols changed drastically on the plane-space projection map (Ja Fad).
The forces between the Lasisal Kingdom (Fek Lasieth) and the central region have increased.
"Reinforcing the 13th Fleet?" Ramaj asked.
"No, that is not even enough" Faramunsh lowered his head.
A new Fleet must be organized from (reserve) forces from the 11th, the 12th, and the 13th. And the 14th Fleet has to be moved into the combat zone.
Furthermore, there is the ‘Greater Alkont Republic’, another enemy nation.
We are after all, famous for excessive use of military power."
"If it's like this it shouldn't be a problem." Burash said relieved.
"Most likely."
"However, Faramunsh" Ramaj added. "This line-up won't it take a lot of time?"
"So it is." Faramunsh agreed. "In this plan the invasion does not come from the Kryb Kingdom (Fek Crÿub).
Therefore, this Fleet must single-handedly acquire control of the ‘Hania Federation’."
The bright point is moved.
Unlike before, the symbols within the Kryb Kingdom (Fek Crÿub) did not move.
Instead, the four Fleets from the Twin Thorns Fleet (Byr Borpel) are divided into two groups, and surrounded the Kryb Kingdom (Fek Crÿub).
"I expect my Vassals to treat each other with respect."
"I will abide by your wish." Faramunsh showed his remorse.
"It is as Armed Forces General Staff Chief (Waloth Ryuazon) said." at least on the surface, Burash seemed not offended.
"This plan can complete the capture with little difference in the time frame to the first plan."
A military unit symbol began to move.
The four Fleets from the Twin Thorns (Bolpel) are divided into two groups, and cut into/off the ‘Hania Federation’.
"The military forces within the Kryb Kingdom (Fek Crÿub) have been devoted to security.
The ‘Hania Federation’ will quickly fill in and take control. The safety of the Capital cannot be guaranteed due to the lack of overwhelming forces."
"Can you not gather military forces from other Kingdoms in Lakfakalle?"
"Even if we do as much as possible, it still will be like this." Faramunsh explained.
The number of Fleets which can be pulled back is limited."
"It isn't enough?" Ramaj sighed heavily.
"Regrettably." Faramunsh answered.
"This lineup is certainly dangerous."
"Is that so?" Burash said. "I think it's not very different from the first plan."
"This time the ‘Hania Federation’ will recall the treaty it once signed." said Faramunsh.
A bright red point appeared and began to move toward the Kryp Sord.
Or it would defeat the other, and easily invade the Empire. After that there would be no one left to stop it.
"Thus, if the ‘Hania Federation’ still turns on the Kryp Sord (Sord Crÿub) they will create an inroad into our own territory.
"That means Lakfakalle will fall to the enemy at that time."
"Are you saying that it cannot be protected?" Ramaj tried to confirm.
"I don't know. Enemy troop strength was too vague. However, assuming the worst case, pulling military forces from various quarters won't make it in time, and the Capital defense won't hold."
"This is very pessimistic." Burash answered.
"Someone commanding the military, by all means, should be a pessimist."
"I am not familiar in military affairs, but if the ‘Hania Federation’ attempts to capture the capital (Arosh) would they really sacrifice the majority of their own territory?"
"Yes", Faramunsh nodded.
"That cannot be." Burash asserted firmly.
Even if they sat around with their arms crossed, all the territories will be seized anyway.
"How will that be possible?"
"But, there," Burash points at the Twin Thorns Fleet. "Isn't there enough military power?
And, I'm also concerned about the ‘Three Nations Alliance’ trend.
"The bottom line is to have similar military power in Lakfakalle as are deployed in the Kryb Kingdom (Fek Crÿub).
"When will it be?"
"As it is. It will probably be about five years? Aside from warships, the personnel are rather scarce and insufficient."
Burash had a blank face. "Then the opportunity is lost."
"Someday, the opportunity will come again.
"If it doesn't happen then that's all there is. This situation came unexpectedly in the first place. Shouldn't I think it to have been like this from the beginning?"
Obviously, the prime minister (Botsuf) didn't approve the opinion easily.
"Armed Forces General Staff Chief (Waloth Ryuazon)" the prime minister indicated around the border of the ‘United Mankind’ and the ‘People's Sovereign Stellar Union star system’.
"I heard that the war situation in this area was completed. Can you not extract military forces from here?"
"Of course, it is the strategy plan on having it extracted."
"But......it is too little." still not giving up yet, Burash pressed on.
"You should understand that we cannot divert everything."
"I am aware of that, but isn't it too little after all?"
"Actually, there is an issue I'm concerned about."
"What about it?"
"The strategy of this area is to intercept traffic between the ‘United Mankind’ and the ‘People's Sovereign Stellar Union star system’."
"Yes, I am aware of that."
"Naturally, we expect the ‘United Mankind’ to come out with a Fleet."
"Hostilities, I have those reports."
"Yes. However, the military forces were much smaller than predicted. The forces we fought with were almost exclusively from the ‘People's Sovereign Stellar Union star system’.
On the other hand, perhaps the one which hits is more unusual.
However, as long as a prediction is still a prediction, the result is still unknown at this stage; we must treat it as if it is right."
"You are cautious, Armed Forces General Staff Chief (Waloth Ryuazon)." with a subtle tone of sarcasm.
"Yes." Faramunsh smiled. "The war probably won't end until I retire from my responsibilities.
Therefore, I must be more careful than someone walking on a tightrope under high gravity."
"Do you think you are able to bring the war to an end within your generation?" Burash challenged.
Oh, yes — Ramaj thought — wouldn't this person want to become the prime minister (Botsuf) of a nation of a unified humanity?
The desire for fame is not unpleasant at all. But I am worried whether the desire had not clouded his eyes.
I also wanted to declare before crown prince (Kilugia) Dusanyu that mankind has been forever liberated from the war.
The Empire (Frybar) cannot function if there is no Lakfakalle.
"Please consider that on the other side of the bet is the ‘Hania Federation’."
"The ‘Hania Federation’ is the object of the bet, there is no need to think about it.
"That is why I am troubled."
The Empire (Frybar) had already taken considerable territories from the ‘United Mankind’.
It takes time, but transforming the economic power of the new territories into military power doesn't yield much.
Even without what Burash called "political effect" the war will end sooner than expected.
Perhaps, it will not happen as I was trying to say some time ago.
"No, the worst is conformity, sometimes there is the phenomenon; in order to come closer things are moved even further towards the worst."
"Are you saying that the ambassador's words can't be trusted?" Burash asked.
"Even we are collecting our own information about the ‘Hania Federation’.
"Have the military command headquarters (Ryuazornyu) analysis produced a different result?"
"No, the political situation in other countries does not concern us.
"Does doubt need any reason?" said Faramunsh amused.
In the Empire (Frybar), without a good personality one wouldn't be able to fulfill the position of Armed Forces General Staff Chief (Waloth Ryuazon).
Even now there still remain a handful of doubts in my heart."
Ramaj cut in. "In what way doubtful? Explain it a little more clearly now."
"I didn't believe when it seemed that the ambassador was trying to use our troops for an internal fight." Faramunsh said.
In that country, someone competing for a position of power is risking one's life.
"As with the ambassador and his associates, now is the opportunity for the Empire (Frybar)."
"It sure is, Your Majesty (Erumiton)." Burash bowed. "Armed Forces General Staff Chief (Waloth Ryuazon) indeed had told some truthful facts.
If they lose this time the opposition group will seize the power.
In this case, it will be (reason) enough to consider that the ‘Three Nations Alliance’ has become the ‘Four Nations Alliance’.
"This is the reason we always take the circumstances into consideration when formulating a strategy."
"Is it that easier to do?" Ramaj asked.
If our military power is put into defense, it will take a lot of time to complete the maneuvers.
"Therefore, this is a bet."
"Even if it's a lost, in the end this bet could be more rewarding." Burash was able to add.
"Thy opinion had been heard enough." Ramaj said.
The Fleet name will be decided later. Part of the Twin Thorns Fleet(Byr Borpel) will also bear the new Fleet name."
"I accept your Imperial Order." Faramunsh lowered his head.
"Burash, in any discussion with the ambassador and his associates who desire to ask about more information about the treatment of their people, you may (in return) request the disclosure of necessary information for us."
"As the Empress commands." Burash also bowed.
"I hope, Faramunsh. You do understand you must carry it out quickly."
"I understand. May I ask you to grant me a month?"
"Are that many days needed to begin the strategy?"
"Yes."
"Might be good." Ramaj nodded. I considered Faramunsh to be the dull man who did not use tactics.
There is no gain in rushing it.
"Thank you for your kindness. Preparations for the operation can have serious influence on management flexibility. Will that be alright?"
I'm accustomed to how Faramunsh is saying a threat. "There's no good or bad.
I already considered about this matter, and have a conclusion.
The crown prince was Imperial Fleet Commander in Chief (Glaharerl Rue Byrar) Dusanyu and Twin Thorns Fleet Commander in Chief (Glaharerl Byrar Bolpel).
"Vice Commander in Chief (Roiglaharerl) Kotoponi will be good. It is the commander of that area. I already gave her an implicit secret order."
"I see." Faramunsh said calmly, but had his fingertips at his blue-gray braided hair.
"Understood."
Chapter end
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