Self-Demotion in Rank
"Judging from our forces, we truly did not have the strength to swallow the entire Galactic Empire fleet in one bite. We lack capital ships and cannot deal fatal blows to their Imperial-class Star Destroyers. Conversely, the desperate counterattacks of Imperial-class Star Destroyers would also inflict heavy losses on us," Luminara Unduli said steadily.
"...You... No! This is a rare opportunity! If we could cripple more of the Imperial fleet in the previous battle, our coming assault on Bilbrin Planet would be much easier!" Admiral Mal-Tuk wanted to lose his temper, but faced with Luminara Unduli's calm gaze, he could not bring himself to curse aloud.
"Attacking Bilbrin Planet will be very difficult, but it is not impossible," Luminara Unduli said. "Although much of the Imperial fleet escaped, many of their warships were damaged and will not be able to restore their combat power in the short term. However, I believe we need more capital ships."
"Hmph! More reinforcements have already departed from Dawn Star Planet and are passing through the Stargate to Makito. His Majesty Tang Xiao is also fully supporting our operation! Once we join up with the reinforcements, we can immediately attack Bilbrin Planet!" Mal-Tuk said. "Jedi Knights, you will help us this time too, won't you?"
Luminara Unduli sighed. "My original intention was only to help you defend the Malarian Alliance, but the opportunity to threaten the Core Worlds is rare... Yes, we will help."
Mal-Tuk nodded, and his tone became more courteous. "Then thank you, Master Unduli."
In this battle, he had once again witnessed the formidable power of fighter squadrons led by Force-sensitives. During the latter half of the battle, fighter groups led by eight Imperial Inquisitors had attempted a surprise attack on his flagship. More than forty Garda Flak Frigates