Reaction of the Neo Marines

Although the enemy had struck without warning, the Neo Marines' response was not slow.

As the first wave of attacks began, the commanders swiftly directed every ship to activate their response systems and enter a defensive state. The Neo Marine fleet on the sea rapidly adjusted its formation and launched a defensive counterattack.

"Everyone, focus fire! The enemy is still attacking!

Concentrate our firepower!"

A commander shouted the order, then gripped the command console tightly as he calmly directed his subordinates in emergency response measures.

They understood that if they did not respond quickly, this attack could lead to the complete collapse of the entire supply line.

However, the power of this raid far exceeded the Neo Marines' expectations.

Although the counterattack had been launched quickly, losses were still unavoidable.

Several transport ships had already suffered severe damage to their hulls. Unable to continue sailing, they began to sink gradually.

Raging flames burned across the water, their light illuminating the night sky.

The captain stood in the command room, his gaze passing through the window toward the smoke and flames steadily rising ahead.

Though countless calculations and considerations filled his mind, what remained was a calm assessment.

"We've already entered their sphere of control, but we can't stop.

If there's another attack like this, they won't be able to recover."

He muttered softly, having long since reached his judgment of the Neo Marines' response.

Under his command, the World Government's elite fleet changed its offensive strategy once more, deciding to launch even more surprise attacks over the next few hours to ensure their target was completely destroyed.

Although the Neo Marines had failed to respond immediately, they would not give up so easily. The curtain had already risen on their counterattack.

What happened next would depend on how quickly both