In the conference room, the Revolutionary Army's senior leaders rose to their feet, every face filled with resolve. They knew that the next three days would be the most critical seventy-two hours in human history, and every decision they made could shape the world's future.
Just then, the communications system sounded again. This time, it was an emergency report from a remote outpost: "Headquarters, please be advised! Our monitoring systems have detected an abnormal astronomical phenomenon—large clouds of purple-black energy have appeared across the lunar surface and are spreading toward Earth! The observatory reports that the Moon's orbit has begun to shift slightly!"
Dragon and Shaki exchanged grave looks.
"It has begun," Shaki said quietly. "The first phase of the Void Invasion."
"Then we have no choice," Dragon said, his voice firm as iron. "The Dawn Operation begins immediately."
Steel Bone Kong stood on the observation deck atop the highest tower of Marine Headquarters, his hands clasped behind his back as he gazed toward the bustling harbor in the distance. Dozens of warships stood lined up in neat formation, while Marine soldiers moved across their decks like ants, making final preparations for the missions about to set sail. The morning breeze carried the salty scent of seawater across his face, yet it could not dispel the gloom in his heart.
An hour earlier, he had received an emergency order from Mary Geoise: all Admirals were to proceed to the Holy Land immediately for a special meeting. The order bore the signatures of all Five Elders and was classified as "top secret," without even mentioning the meeting's purpose. Such an unusual summons had put the experienced Fleet Admiral on guard.
"Fleet Admiral," a familiar voice called from behind him. Steel Bone Kong did not turn around, but he recognized the visitor