Smirnov: Russian Bear, Fight for a New Order

His "old friend," Colonel Garcia, had spoken bluntly. Since he had already put it that way, it was clearly inappropriate for Luther to say anything more;

Moreover, Colonel Garcia's stance had greatly reshaped Luther's opinion of him—Lieutenant Colonel Smirnov seemed to feel the same way;

Since that was the case, Luther, who had already intended to cooperate, immediately used his quick wits and followed Garcia's lead, pushing forward with what "should have been done long ago."

"You're right, Colonel Garcia.

"But for Celestial Being, as long as they are willing to accept the ideals of 'restoring peace, rebuilding order, and advancing into space,' and...