458: A Minor Skirmish (Thanks to Bewildered by Being Submerged for the Silver Alliance)

"According to my internal sources, the Crystal Tower base was hit, with a small number of casualties."

"Right now, the information I can receive is also very limited. Lord Lioz and the enemy's Lieutenant Colonel Katon, the aces of their respective factions, were confirmed missing thirty-eight hours ago and have yet to respond."

"We don't know what happened for the moment, but General Barkomon's report mentioned that the place where the two vanished is the same Dark Star Territory where the famous Golden Dragon Monk sent his final signal."

"We can't rule out the possibility that they are still fighting in the Dark Star Territory. But I suggest we prepare for their return regardless. Also, the public does not yet know that Lord Lioz has gone to war. I have imposed some media controls to prevent problems."

On the projection screen, the dignified blonde, golden-eyed woman conveyed the frontline report to the White Candle Fleet command. "The situation at the Crystal Tower front is not optimistic, but the good news is that the Night Butterfly people seem to have halted their military movements as well. After thirteen years, six months, and twenty-two days, Galaxy Eye has entered a ceasefire once again. Both fleets are sitting still at the front, awaiting further developments."

"Thank you for your hard work, Secretary of State Dia Lan."

Fleet Commander-in-Chief Darian nodded.

"Our shipboard communications equipment is simply too outdated. We're right on the edge of the battlefield, yet we still have to rely on messages from headquarters' staff corps. You are burdened with countless duties, yet you came all this way to assist us. We are truly grateful."

"Let's skip the pleasantries. Former President Lioz's condition directly concerns our nation's future. Doing a little more is simply my duty."

Dia Lan spoke calmly.

"No,