Despite Lacus's reassurances, Felix's worries had not eased, but he did not try to persuade her any further.
After all, he knew Lacus's personality very well!
Once she made up her mind to do something, she would see it through to the end. Saying anything more now would be pointless.
Looking at Lacus's face, Felix remained silent for a long time before speaking again.
"Lacus, please be careful!"
After that reminder, Felix looked at Lacus and took a deep breath.
"I've assigned personnel to handle this as well. Don't push too hard. If you can't do it safely, just lead your troops in retreat."
Lacus nodded slightly and answered gently.
"I will."
After hearing her reply, Felix said nothing more and calmly ended the call.
Looking out into space, Felix piloted the Creation onward toward the battlefield where the Athena was fighting.
District One, Aprilia City, PLANT homeland.
Inside Eileen's office in the PLANT Supreme Government Building, a voice said, "Councillor Joule, we've received a communication from Earth."
As the connection opened, a voice came through the speaker.
Eileen looked up at her subordinate on the screen and spoke with a composed expression.
"From the Earth Alliance?"
"Yes!"
The affirmative answer came through the speaker.
Eileen gave her order calmly.
"Put them through."
Her subordinate acknowledged the order and quickly got to work. The moment the call was transferred, Zhou Zhengguo's face appeared before Eileen.
Eileen was slightly surprised to see Zhou Zhengguo, but her expression remained calm as she spoke.
"Well, this is a rare visit!"
"It's been a long time, Councillor Joule. You're as beautiful as ever!"
Hearing the hint of sarcasm in Eileen's calm voice, Zhou Zhengguo remained unruffled and offered the compliment with a warm smile.
At those empty pleasantries, Eileen rolled her eyes slightly, then