"But don't worry. Military command naturally won't let Gustav remain in the same star sector as you.
His legion has already been reassigned to clear the wormhole leading to the Solar System. The Sea Race brought this trouble on themselves, so Congress decided to let them clean up their own mess.
Once the wormhole is clear, his legion will be stationed in the Solar System for the time being. Basically, your paths won't cross," Ishar explained to Nie Yun.
Clear the wormhole? Were they getting ready to make their move? Nie Yun raised an eyebrow.
But our paths wouldn't cross? It was a little early to say that. Heh...
"That would be ideal. Having someone hold a grudge against me, especially a commander with such power and authority, would keep me from eating or sleeping in peace!" Nie Yun spread his hands helplessly.
"Hehe! Don't forget, our families aren't exactly on friendly terms either. Working under me, aren't you afraid your direct superior might hold a grudge against you too?" Ishar asked with a meaningful smile.
"Heh! You must be joking, Commander Ishar. Different family positions don't necessarily mean hostility. As soldiers, we should prove our worth on the battlefield, not through infighting. That's the politicians' specialty.
Honestly, I'd rather earn honors on the battlefield than use the Sea Race's hostility toward me to gain rank and riches." Neither servile nor overbearing, Nie Yun returned her smile.
"Good! Well said! If you want honors, go claim them with your own naval guns!" Approval shone in Ishar's eyes. "The reason I kept you by my side was that I didn't want someone with your potential to become a politician who knows nothing but scheming!"
Nie Yun paused at her words. Ishar's expression was utterly serious, and he could tell she meant