Facing them was a combined air and naval fleet of more than a hundred airships, nearly thirty warships, and five airship carriers.
The Federation had deployed two fleets in the West Outer Ocean, one of which was stationed here on the Gessefetu Continent. From the looks of it, at least half had now sailed out, assuming battle formation the moment they emerged. It was an openly hostile posture.
The diplomatic delegation immediately sent a communication signal to the Federation, but the other side gave no response. They remained silent, while every antiaircraft gun on the sea and every gun aboard the airships pointed forward.
Although they knew the Federation was unlikely to attack a diplomatic delegation from Great Shun, many of the civilian personnel accompanying the delegation could not help looking tense.
Haidong Province's airships and warships gave them reassurance and pride, but the opposing military left them deeply uneasy.
Inside the lead airship, the staff officers immediately made a recommendation to Head Xie. "Sir, the opposing fleet has assumed an attack posture, and its intentions are unclear. To ensure the delegation's safety and avoid conflict, we recommend changing course immediately!"
The two deputy heads also looked grave, though neither spoke at that moment.
Head Xie did not pass them over, however. He asked them, "Director Lu, Supervisor He, what do you think?"
The two exchanged a glance, and Lu Guangde said in a strong, resonant voice, "I will abide by the delegation's decision!"
He Yishan considered it before saying, "Sir, we must weigh this carefully. We have to consider the safety of our personnel."
Head Xie did not decide immediately. Instead, he tapped his World Token. "Establish a private encrypted channel between Director Chen and me."
Chen Chuan was watching the opposing fleet. On their side, the escort fleet