On the highway to Saint John Port.
Inside the armored transport, Lieutenant General Byron watched the latest intelligence with an expressionless face.
The operation to reclaim Saint John Port was about to begin. As the pilot of the Loyalty Apostle, Byron had been appointed commander of the operation by General Morton.
Byron was currently reviewing the intelligence to understand the Strategic Affairs Department's troop deployments and combat strength assessments.
"The Strategic Affairs Department has gathered quite a few personnel and supplies over the past few days."
"Besides Zhao Chu, Bai Qixue, and Hu Xuanyi, the Strategic Affairs Department headquarters' Heavenly Dragon Riders have been joined by the Tian Xiong Squad and the Kui Dou Squad."
"In other words, the Divine Machines the Strategic Affairs Department deployed at Saint John Port number as many as five. They really spare no expense."
Byron narrowed his eyes slightly and muttered to himself.
"By contrast, on our side, Lieutenant General Wayne and Major General Marvin have been dismissed, while the Mercy Apostle and Glory Apostle currently have no pilots."
"Of the seven Apostles, only five remain. Two of them are guarding vital locations and cannot take part in this battle."
"Besides me, only Major General Kate's Chastity Apostle and Major General Adam's Valor Apostle will be participating."
"Fortunately, the German Iron Cavalry and the new Ninth Organ each provided a top-tier mecha. That gives us seven top-tier mecha capable of taking part in the battle."
After a pause, Byron scanned the information on the screen again.
"However, a Patriot from Cherno Fortress has already arrived at Saint John Port, and the Eight Heavenly Dragons have also deployed Asura and Garuda to join the battle."
"Even if Zhao Chu doesn't participate, Saint John Port will still have seven top-tier mecha available for combat."
"In fact,