2397. The Empire's internal fighting
Mal Sikander's eyes almost burst out with fire, but Dunn-Vesex didn't bother to say more on this matter. On one side are the extreme the Force elements who almost turned the Empire into Inquisitorius. On the other side is the talented general who just defeated Kingdom of Dawn fleet in Unknown Regions. Even though he was also confused about the decision to give up Bilbrin Planet, he still chose to support Lieutenant General Thrawn.
Now in the political situation of Imperial Center, the forces of Wilhuff-Tarkin have gradually become very close to Blackhole. The proof is that Blackhole directly sent his subordinate Grand Judge Hydra, who was almost the strongest, to Fondor Planet for reinforcements.
Moreover, Inquisitorius blatantly interfered in the affairs of Northern Territory, using the defeat of General Gillard-Perine as an excuse to arrest him and send him back to Imperial Center.
Although Dunn-Vesex used a lot of personal connections to prevent Gillard-Perine from being tortured or even executed, he still has no way to save Perine.
So now, in order to prevent Inquisitorius people from further interfering and infiltrating their territory in Northern Territory, Dunn-Vesex also decided to place their bets on Lieutenant General Thrawn.
At least from what Dunn-Vesex knows, Lieutenant General Thrawn is usually calm and wise. He will not make a decision hastily, especially the important decision of giving up Bilbrin Planet.
"If you have nothing else, then please cooperate with Lieutenant General Thrawn's battle plan. If you can't do it, then I will apply and find someone else to take over." Dunn-Vesex looked at Mal Sikander and said coldly.
"Hmph!" Mal Sikander snorted heavily, "We'll see! Remember, he, a mere lieutenant general, cannot bear the responsibility for losing Bilbrin Planet!"
After saying that, he waved his hand unceremoniously, and a the Force immediately swept past, blowing the communicator directly to the wall and smashing it into pieces.
He glanced at Thrawn coldly, turned and left.
Thrawn ignored him and just said to his adjutants Vos-Parker: "Start preparing to retreat immediately. Deploy according to my arrangement. The first target of our retreat is Palanci Planet."
"Yes!!" Vos-Parker immediately stood at attention and saluted.
Here, he is the only one who will never question any decision of Thrawn.
At this moment, in the capital of Northern Territory, Galactic Empire's Ninth Army, and the general headquarters of the planet Palin-Minor, Dunn-Vesex had their fingers crossed on their chins, and their expressions were uncertain.
"Inquisitorius... This time, your hands stretched too long!" He gritted his teeth and muttered to himself.
After thinking for a while, he took out another communicator and connected it to a secret frequency band.
After a moment, the projection screen flickered, and a terrifying figure wearing a black helmet with no visible face appeared in front of him.
"Lord Vader." Dunn-Vesex nodded solemnly to Das-Vader.
"I'm very busy now, you only have 30 seconds." Das-Vader said. Among the images and sounds coming from his side, the sound of gunfire and explosions could clearly be heard, and it was obvious that a battle was taking place.
"On the battlefield of Bilbrin Planet, Jedi Order appeared." Dunn-Vesex said.
"Inquisitorius has sent people there, and they will deal with those Jedi Knight." Das-Vader didn't care.
"They were of no help to the battle. They could neither kill Jedi Knight nor help me defeat Separatists. They even captured my capable generals and tried to interfere with General Thrawn's battle plan." Dunn-Vesex said seriously.
"What do you want?" Das-Vader asked directly.
"I hope to get help from the Judicial Department in Northern Territory's war." Dunn-Vesex said.
Das-Vader was silent for a short while, and then said, "Lieutenant General Thrawn is a person that His Majesty the Emperor admires very much. If his combat operations are interfered with, then Judicial Department should help."
"So, thank you very much. Lord Vader." Dunn-Vesex gave him a military salute.
10BBY, January 34, Imperial fleet began to retreat from Bilbrin Planet.
There are not many people on Bilbrin Planet, so it is very convenient to retreat. They destroyed the energy facilities on the planet, ensuring that even if Kingdom of Dawn could occupy the planet, they would not be able to activate the facilities on the planet immediately.
As for other things, apart from blocking the entrances and exits, nothing more was done.
On the one hand, this is to save time, on the other hand, according to Lieutenant General Thrawn's arrangement, they will come back and continue to use it in the future.
Moreover, Bilbrin Planet is a planet that relies heavily on rear supplies. Even if those facilities are not destroyed, Dawn Star Planet will need to pay a huge resource price if it wants to be reactivated.
The flagship of Lieutenant General Thrawn, Chimaera were the last ones to leave the planet. However, just as Lieutenant General Thrawn was about to leave, High Inquisitor Mal Sikander came over with three other magistrates. They drove Thrawn's guards away without any explanation, and then one of the magistrates grabbed Thrawn's shoulders!
Mar-Sikander looked at Thrawn fiercely, grinned and opened a personal terminal in his hand, projecting a screen with a signed document on it.
"Imperial Navy 'former' Lieutenant General, Mis-Ro-Nurudo..." Mal Sikander emphasized the word "former", "Because you were afraid of fighting, tried to escape, and even wanted to give up Fortress Planet Bilbrin, resulting in Imperial Core Worlds is under direct threat. According to the personal order of Imperial Inquisitorius High Inquisitor Koronar, you will be contacted by all military personnel, arrested and sent back to Imperial Center for trial."
The magistrate next to him pushed Thrawn hard, and said with a ferocious smile, "Come with us! Sinner, Thrawn!"
However, Lieutenant General Thrawn was unmoved. He just stood up straight, straightened his uniform, and made sure there was nothing wrong with his appearance. Then he put his hands behind his back and stood as steady as a compass, with no fear on his face. "Is this your answer Inquisitorius?"
"You should answer this sentence..." Mar-Sikander came to Thrawn. He raised his finger and pointed at the evacuating warships outside the porthole. He came closer and showed a cruel smile, "Is this your answer to His Majesty the Emperor?"
"I don't know what the answer to His Majesty the Emperor is. But I can give you your answer now." A cold and deep female voice suddenly came from behind Mal Sikander.
Before High Inquisitor could turn around, there was a bang! His whole body was punched and sent flying!