Lieutenant General Radner and Lieutenant General Bradford were both startled, unable to understand what Admiral David intended to do.
If he meant to rebel against the Interstellar Federation, that made no sense either. Though Admiral David held extensive authority over the Alidia Star Sector, the military forces he truly controlled were not numerous—the fewest among all the deputy commanders.
"Admiral David, the Level One combat readiness state has been activated immediately. Is there anything in particular we need to watch out for?" Lieutenant General Radner was the first to respond.
Lieutenant General Radner held the greatest military authority, commanding the Federal Nineteenth Fleet along the entire defensive line. His unhesitating response demonstrated his loyalty to Admiral David.
"Admiral David, we will follow your orders!" Lieutenant General Bradford hesitated only briefly before responding as well.
"It's not really a major matter. My strength is about to break through, and the disturbance it may cause could be quite significant. Of course, I'll also report this to Marshal Andre. Just keep your officers and soldiers under control, and don't be surprised by any unusual sensations coming from the Escort Flagship!" David explained with a satisfied nod.
His explanation put Lieutenant General Radner and Lieutenant General Bradford at ease. Since Admiral David would report the matter to Marshal Andre, they would not be placed in a difficult position.
After all, Lieutenant General Radner and Lieutenant General Bradford had both been assigned here by Marshal Andre. Although Marshal Andre had instructed them before sending them over that they only needed to obey Admiral David's orders, they had received great favor from Marshal Andre. It was not something they could simply put behind them.
Naturally, neither Lieutenant General Radner nor Lieutenant General Bradford dared let down their guard. Admiral David had made it sound simple, saying