I Am the Swarm
Chapter 584

In Favor

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"If we really want to do it, we must make sure the Zerg don't send reinforcements."

"We have some reconnaissance troops and equipment over there, and based on the feedback from the targets, we haven't detected Zerg reinforcements."

"It's not that I don't trust them, but at that distance, the instruments are subject to too much interference. If the Zerg have hidden troops, it would be very difficult to detect them."

"Why are the Zerg hiding their troops? If they still have ambushes, wouldn't it be better to use them for support? Do they really think we'll attack their rear? If we don't go, wouldn't they be wasting their time lying in wait?"

"Who knows? Who has ever understood the Zerg's tactics?"

"I also think there won't be an ambush. It's completely unnecessary. They used billions of troops as bait just to lure a portion of our forces over there?"

"No matter how I think about it, it seems impossible. No matter how unpredictable the Zerg tactics are, without our cooperation, it's all a one-sided effort."

"Yes..."

"So, should we send troops over now?"

"Let's wait and see. The Zerg still have a considerable number of units, and we can't split our forces yet. Otherwise, it will increase our losses."

"Gentlemen, the Zerg aren't blind. There's nothing to hide in this vast expanse of space. If we split our forces here, they'll definitely know."

"Yes, unless we have other troops that haven't shown themselves yet, and they take a long detour, it's unlikely we can achieve a surprise attack."

"Unfortunately, we didn't have that. To cut off their retreat, we need a small force. The nearest large-scale military force is over three light-years away. By the time they arrive, it will all be too late."

"Hasn't the Lashudia's Supervisory Army not shown up yet? Let's retreat to the damaged warships at the back to hide, and then they can sneak away. Maybe we can fool the Zerg." Suddenly, General Mide of the Yuntu Clan made a suggestion.

Many people had actually thought of this method, but among those present, only two or three had the ability and strength to propose it. It's understandable that Mide, who had a grudge against Mowei of the Lashudia Clan, would take the opportunity to trip him up.

"Ha, how could the Supervisory Army do such a thing?" Another powerful representative of the Mid-Ring Civilizations spoke up. Although his words sounded like he was supporting the Lashudia Clan, there was a strange sense of sarcasm in his tone.

The Lashudia Clan already had a bad reputation, and at the previous meeting, Mowei had openly and indirectly mocked almost all the other members, offending many people.

After Conrads arrived with his troops, he took over the command of the Coalition Army and even created this whole Supervisory Army. Who couldn't see through the Lashudia Clan's little scheme? The other members of the Coalition Army had long been dissatisfied with this.

Now that an opportunity had presented itself, even if it was just verbal, the others seized the chance and quickly launched an attack. Moreover, if they could actually transfer the Supervisory Army away, that would be even better, as it would remove the sword of Damocles hanging over everyone's heads.

"That's right, the Supervisory Army has a mission, how can they do something so dangerous?"

"Whatever, we don't care. We know our own limitations. We just want to get our first win."

"The more you work, the more you earn. Whoever wants more credit and honor can go get it themselves."

"The lords of Lashudia might really consider this. After all Lashudia Clan, capturing a real Zerg, coupled with their first victory against the Zerg, would surely bring glory to the entire Star Sea Alliance."

"That's right..."

Faced with the crowd's encouragement and flattery, Conrads, as the fleet's commander-in-chief, remained expressionless, lost in thought. Finally, after their initial excitement, the foreigners gradually fell silent.

At this moment, Conrads coughed and said in a slightly hoarse voice, "Since everyone is so enthusiastic about the Zerg connection, let's vote, so as not to be accused of being arbitrary."

"Lord Conrads, if the plan passes the vote, would you consider personally going to the nobleman Lashudia to carry it out?"

Conrads' eyes flashed coldly as he stared intently at the speaker on the large screen in front of him. Unfortunately, in a video conference, his aura couldn't travel through the signal to the speaker. However, his slightly murderous gaze still made the speaker feel uneasy.

After a long silence, Conrads nodded and said, "Honor is my life. My race longs to personally obtain the honor of capturing Zerg commander. However, our strength is insufficient. If the plan is approved, a portion of the troops from the Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, Metesi Clan will be conscripted, along with half of my race's supervisory force, to form a joint force to go to the Zerg rear and intercept Zerg commanders who may be escaping."

The Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, and Metesi Clan are all relatively powerful Mid-Ring Civilizations, and their research on main cannon range is also among the best. Therefore, although they were positioned slightly behind the enemy lines from the start of the battle, their losses were not severe, except for the depletion of some energy reserves.

After Conrads finished speaking, the crowd was immediately agitated.

Because the Lashudia Clan were at the forefront of the battle and had no Outer-Ring Civilizations, Lashudia Clan 100 million-strong army suffered the highest casualty rate among the Mid-Ring Civilizations, far surpassing the second-ranked one. From this perspective, the Lashudia Clan truly lived up to their reputation as the main force, Conrads's performance in this regard left other outsiders speechless.

However, the Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, and Metesi Clan tribes, which are considered to be among the top tier of the Mid-Ring Civilizations, have suffered negligible losses since the start of the war, a situation that has long been observed by others.

The fact that they suffered so much loss here while their three races suffered so little fueled jealousy. The Outer-Ring Civilizations, especially those blocking their way, harbored deep resentment.

However, the Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, and Metesi Clan tribes accomplished this through their own genuine abilities. Other tribes that couldn't do it simply lacked the ability themselves and couldn't use this as a basis for their claims.

Even so, many people still prayed that something would happen on their end, so that others could feel a little better.

Now, his wish has come true. Now Conrads is going to drag them down with him. He originally intended to annoy the Lashudia Clan, but unexpectedly, this good thing happened.

Even if the outsiders cast their votes with their feet, they wouldn't make a mistake. Although the commanders and representatives of the Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, and Metesi Clan strongly opposed this plan.

However, other foreign races showed great enthusiasm. They didn't have to lift a finger; if they gained something, they could get a share, and if they didn't, they could watch those despicable creatures suffer. Even the Outer-Ring Civilizations that had previously strongly opposed the plan voted in favor.

In the final tally, apart from the Kele Clan, Wuqu Clan, and Metesi Clan tribes who voted against it, and the Lashudia Clan abstaining, everyone else surprisingly voted in favor of the plan.

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