On the Athena, Yalik carried out the order without the slightest hesitation. The command was sent through a special encrypted communication channel, ultimately crossing the vast expanse of space to reach Yakin Due Fortress.
Inside Yakin Due Fortress, Phipps and Miles exchanged glances. Without a word, they both understood.
The two nodded to each other, then immediately began moving with solemn expressions.
Inside Genesis's control room, "What was the result?"
Seeing that the firing had concluded, Patrick Zala spoke up to ask.
The soldiers quickly confirmed the results through communications. Once everything had been completed, they turned and reported to Patrick Zala.
"According to the reports, Genesis's firing eliminated roughly half of the Earth Alliance Forces on the Moon."
After reporting the results, the soldier asked with a grave expression.
"Chairman, shall we proceed with a second firing?"
"Charge Genesis!"
Patrick Zala did not answer whether they would fire again. He merely calmly gave the order to charge it.
Upon receiving the order, the soldiers operating Genesis began to act.
At that moment, Patrick Zala switched the communication channel to the homeland.
The instant the communication connected, Eileen's face appeared on the screen, and her voice sounded through the speakers.
"Zala, are you preparing for a second firing?"
"Genesis is charging. As for whether there will be a second firing, that depends on the decision made by the Earth Alliance."
Patrick Zala replied with a grave expression.
Looking at Eileen on the screen, Patrick Zala asked in return.
"Has the Earth Alliance contacted us?"
Eileen shook her head before answering.
"So far, there has been no communication from the Earth Alliance."
As she spoke, Eileen paused, then changed the subject.
"However, Lacus Clyne has requested a communication!"
Hearing that Lacus wished to speak with him, Patrick Zala calmly refused.
Eileen