Chapter Twenty: The Establishment of the Battle of Ankara—A Secret Mission

“The higher-ups’ intention isn’t to avoid fighting altogether. They just want to start by targeting the giant on Crete to find its weakness, and ignore Ankara for now,” Anthony explained.

“If we take down the one on Crete, firstly, we can expand our secure territory. Secondly, we’ll discover their weakness. Thirdly, we can use Crete as a staging ground to advance into Cyprus and the Jewish State of Israel, helping them stabilize their frontlines.”

“Israel, is it?” Allen analyzed. “Since the last Terminator War, their territory has expanded to an unprecedented extent. Though I’m British, my Jewish blood remains unchanged. If I can help my people, I’ll accept it.”

“What? Abandon the battle here and just wait for developments in Crete?” Andrew was furious. “Crete is Greek land, but I’ll never give up the fight before us. After all, I’m destined to be Alexander’s heir!”

“Alexander again.”

“Hmph, no way!”

“All right, enough arguing!” Mingkawa suddenly shouted.

“If the higher-ups want to attack Crete, let them….”

“What!” Andrew fumed at this, but Mingkawa added, “If we want to move on Ankara at the same time and try something there, the higher-ups shouldn’t interfere. No, they’re not even our superiors yet, not until we swear allegiance.”

“That’s right,” Enlt said. “Maybe things were too rushed. We’ve been here a month, but there’s been no oath. That means we’re free soldiers, not theirs.”

“You mean they can’t control us? Wonderful! I prefer fighting without taking orders. Listen up, the giant’s mine. None of you better try to steal my glory.”

“If you can actually take it down, it’s yours—I won’t compete. I’ll stick to the Crete plan.”

“Come on, waiting for Crete? Join me in Ankara first for some fun.”

“Er—” Anthony interrupted just as their argument reached its peak. “I wanted to mention, the new mechs in London should be ready in two days. You all should head back to London. Get your gear early—other squads need it too.”

“No way, back there? I’ll just send my subordinates to grab mine.”

“Well then, let’s go back,” Mingkawa suddenly stood and raised his hand high. “The game profile says London is where the Earth Pact was signed, and I really want to see London!”

“Mm-hmm, that’s enough. Be normal, the author said so.” Enlt waved for Mingkawa to calm down.

“How is this not normal? I just still have a child’s heart.”

“I’d say it’s not a child’s heart, but a girl’s heart fluttering.”

“…Fine, I’ll go prepare and let my teammates know.” Mingkawa replied as he walked toward the door.

“Meeting adjourned, then. I’ll be off too,” Enlt said, heading out. Soon, the others left as well.

“It seems my task here is complete,” Anthony murmured to himself, now alone in the conference room. “The rest is up to the higher-ups. I hope he can fulfill his mission and be found by that person…”