2304. Rendili Raid Battle (3)
Rendili Planet command center.
"General, Imperial fleet stopped 30 light seconds away from us and reorganized its formation." The radar soldier ran over and reported.
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk... All warships, fire at full range. Bombing... Imperial fleet. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk..." General Trench stroked his chelicerae at the corner of his mouth and gave the order directly.
"Yes!"
Malcolm-Lieutenant General Granger asked strangely, "General, why didn't you order long-distance bombing when Imperial fleet first appeared. But now you are bombing again?"
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk... Because Imperial fleet will not launch an attack. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk..." General Trench said slowly.
"Won't launch an attack? Why?" Malcolm-Lieutenant General Granger became even more confused.
"When they first appeared... I needed to ensure that the cooling system of the battleship was in the best condition. Tsk tsk tsk tsk... So there is no long-range bombing. This will narrow the gap in combat effectiveness when we fight head-on." General Trench hit the pointer, "But now, since they will not attack... then I need to maintain the pressure. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..."
He seemed to be very satisfied with his judgment. He stroked his chelicerae and said, "Why don't you launch an attack? Tsk tsk tsk tsk... because of supplies and morale. Although their attacks are sharp, they are not sustained. After a few months of sailing, their condition is very bad. Imperial-class Star Destroyer, the firing frequency has dropped faster than normal..."
Malcolm-Lieutenant General Granger said in surprise, "You can even observe this?"
"Intelligence is all in the details... tsk tsk tsk tsk." General Trench said proudly.
While they were talking, bursts of dazzling flashes suddenly lit up outside the porthole - those were the flashes of Orbital Defense Cannon firing near them. Obviously, in order to maintain strong fire suppression, even the orbital defense system on the ground opened fire.
Malcolm-Lieutenant General Granger nodded, "So you are saying that even though Imperial fleet's previous offensive was so sharp, in fact, they have spent several months sailing at warp speed, and the spirit of the fleet officers and soldiers has reached the limit, and their energy reserves are not much!"
He thought for a moment and said, "Then should we take the initiative and force them to fight us in a bad state?"
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk... That is the way to die." General Trench stroked his chelicerae and said, "Executor-class Super Star Destroyer, did not participate in the war with all his strength. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk..."
Malcolm Granger was startled and reacted suddenly. Indeed, during the previous assault, the most powerful and terrifying super battleship, the 19,000-meter-long Executor-class Super Star Destroyer, had only stayed in the center of the fleet array, only firing occasionally!
"The opponent's Commander... is a master. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..." General Trench's eyes narrowed.
"But no matter what, the opponent's raid failed. In this case, we can directly intercept their logistics supplies and completely starve them to death here!" Malcolm Granger said decisively.
"From the current point of view, it is indeed the case. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk..." General Trench pondered for a while and said, "But I'm not sure if the opponent still has... back-up moves. Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk..."
"I will immediately take a fleet to the edge of the galaxy to maintain the Interdictor array and prevent Imperial fleet from opening up the supply line!" Malcolm Granger immediately called for a fight.
"Here you go, 100 ships, Victory II-class Star Destroyer, and all Victory I-class Star Destroyer. Tsk tsk tsk tsk... be careful, don't fall into a trap." General Trench nodded, "If Imperial fleet comes back to rescue... don't fight. tsk tsk tsk tsk."
"Yes!"
Victory I-class Star Destroyer, although in this level of battle, is already considered a warship of the previous era, it is impossible to pose any threat to a cutting-edge warship like Imperial-class. But after all, it is the 900-meter-long Star Destroyer, which is still a fatal threat to the Galactic Empire and those Light Cruiser.
At the same time, Galactic Empire fleet flagship, Executor-class Super Star Destroyer bridge.
The tall and terrifying figure of Das-Vader stood motionless in the center of the bridge, and could only hear the heavy breathing coming from the respirator. This rhythmic breathing made almost everyone on the bridge stay silent, fearing that they might disturb this terrible demon and cause death.
At this time, a naval officer came over and asked carefully, "Lord, may I ask... what is our next plan?"
"Take a rest for three hours and then continue the attack." Das-Vader said coldly.
A drop of cold sweat flowed from the officer's forehead, and he whispered, "Lord, it may be a bit reluctant to continue the attack... After three months of continuous warp speed navigation, the energy consumption of those external warp engines is very large, and now the energy reserves of each warship have bottomed out. And... due to the continuous unexpected losses during the voyage, Damage Control Department has been overloaded, and their status..."
Before he could finish speaking, he was lifted up by an invisible force! Only Darth-Vader said slowly in that devilishly deep voice, "In three hours, launch the attack."
After saying that, he waved his hand and threw the officer directly out, hitting the console with a bang.
"Instruct all ships to rest for three hours before launching another attack!" the adjutant immediately conveyed the order.
Although the captains of each battleship cursed in their hearts, facing the terrifying power of Dath-Vader, they did not dare to show any signs of it.
The captain of Executor came over and asked, "Lord, in comparison, Executor is in better condition. Otherwise, if we let our ship rush forward this time, I believe that with our firepower, we will destroy the defenses of those Separatists in one fell swoop!"
Because Duchy of Dawn once stood with Count Dooku, after the war resumed, the Empire once again placed Separatists's name on Duchy of Dawn.
However, Das-Vader said coldly, "Executor, continue to stand still."
"Yes..." the captain responded with his head lowered, and then returned to his post to continue commanding the battle.
"Lord! The radar has detected it!" An officer walked over quickly, "Separatist fleet separated a part of the warships to conduct a short-distance hyperspace jump. The target should be the Interdictor array at the edge of the galaxy! They want to cut off our supplies!"
"Ignore it." Das-Vader was unmoved.
The helmet that completely covered his face made it impossible to see any of his expressions.
Three hours later, the entire Imperial fleet was fully powered again, heading towards Rendili system at full speed!