Counterfeit Hero

Although Admiral Fei Ouwen and several generals can’t be said to be veterans of countless battles, they nevertheless have formal military training. During the Miloke resistance war, they coordinated with Admiral Bernadotte to ultimately secure a victory that thrilled the entire Federation. When Russell and Tian Xingjian mentioned this, they immediately understood, knowing that the rhythm of war is indeed crucial. Especially at the start of a war, the side that controls the pace can steadily manage their forces according to plan, even if retreating, they can stage a counterattack at a specified time and achieve greater results.

Though Russell’s order was to delay action, the war had already begun between the leaders of both sides.

As they were speaking, Yuna, Admiral Bernadotte’s chief confidential secretary, knocked and entered, saying, "General, Major Ann Lei from the Intelligence Bureau requests a meeting." Bernadotte nodded and said, "Let her in."

After a brief moment, the door was pushed open again, and the beautiful figure of Ann Lei appeared at the entrance. Seeing Fatty also present, she inadvertently felt shy and smiled, blushing. She first saluted all the generals, then handed over a document to Bernadotte, saying, "General, this is the latest information from the Intelligence Bureau."

Bernadotte signed and opened the document, smiling as he spoke to Russell, "General Russell, your guesses are very accurate. Currently, it’s no longer Admiral Gordon, your old colleague, responsible for commanding the Imperial Army, but the third heir of the Morton family, Stephen, and his mentor, Liebgoet General from the Naga Federation."

The generals gasped in realization, finally understanding why Russell emphasized the importance of maintaining the rhythm before the battle. With opponents like Liebgoet, once caught in his rhythm, escaping could be costly. He could continually lead you astray, dragging you along involuntarily, tying you up with ropes until he thought it sufficient, then knock you down!

Russell chuckled lightly and said, "I’m too familiar with the Gazalin Military Department. Those who would reveal flaws like this do exist! But none are in a position of authority! Gordon is too conservative. With his mindset, he would definitely guard the exit of the passage and try to find the spatial jump point of the Public Star System, defending against enemies at the gates. When the Intelligence Bureau reported that Emperor James recalled Stephen last time, I knew this war was about to get interesting."

He turned to the interstellar map on the wall and frowned, saying, "However, I’m most worried not about Liebgoet, even though he’s a powerful opponent, he’s purely a military strategist, not a madman." He sighed, "The real madman, one who poses a threat to all human society, is only one—the Emperor of the Empire, James."