Now, it is the third day since Mu En came into this world.
"Hmm? The Goliath Battleship? Is the information correct?"
Mu En directly transmitted three questions in his mind, even temporarily forgetting to maintain his calm and authoritative tone.
This news was so illogical that his first reaction was to doubt whether the intelligence was even true.
"Absolutely true! Even if they changed the communication code at the last minute, with my equipment and skills, I can crack it again within half an hour. I swear on my life, the source is absolutely reliable."
Dola, caught in a panic, had no time to notice the subtle shift in the god's tone.
In the original work, the Tiger Moth was almost instantly reduced to scrap metal by Goliath; no aircraft of that era could stand up to that behemoth head-on.
How could she not panic upon hearing the news of Goliath's arrival?
Now, Mu En was truly confused.
The opponent immediately flipped the table and revealed their biggest trump card upon arrival?
What's this?
The final boss is blocking the entrance to the starting village? Strategic nuclear weapons are used to wipe out an entire village?
According to Mu En's original calculations, after General Muoro suffered this unexpected defeat, the most likely scenario was that he would send another army to retaliate.
This force should be larger, and may also include some armored vehicles or reconnaissance airships.
This was exactly the opportunity he wanted—to cooperate with the other side in staging a scene of "fighting hard but being defeated, and retreating in panic."
The soldiers who had already been educated were "rescued in the chaos" and then smoothly reintegrated into the army.
Once these "seeds" have successfully infiltrated, he can use them to gradually expand his influence.
They even sought opportunities to Divine Descent, turning General Muoro and other leaders into "their own people."
Although this method of forcibly controlling the enemy's leader contradicts his insistence on "willingness."
However, as long as large-scale armed conflict can be avoided to the greatest extent and innocent casualties can be reduced, he does not mind using some unconventional means.
But now, the other side is completely unpredictable.
The appearance of the Goliath Battleship meant that they had abandoned all pressure and probing, and jumped directly to the highest-intensity stage of armed confrontation.
"This is getting a bit troublesome----" If Mu En had eyebrows, she would definitely be frowning right now.
But seeing Dola anxiously awaiting instructions, he knew this wasn't the time to delve into the reasons; he had to take immediate action.
" Dola," Mu En regained his usual composure, "How much do you know about Goliath's specific combat configuration?"
Tell me in detail.
As a legendary air pirate leader who had been hunted down by the Kingdom's air force for many years, Dola knew her old rival inside and out.
She rattled off a series of figures almost without hesitation. " The Goliath-class Flying Battleship has a total length of 325 meters, a maximum diameter of 80 meters, and a top speed of 110 kilometers per hour."
"Standard crew complement is 500, and it can carry three pulse-jet fighters under its belly."
It is equipped with 15 twin-mounted 155mm heavy naval guns, distributed in two turrets on the upper and lower decks of the ship.
"These artillery pieces have a long range and great power, equipped with high-explosive shells, armor-piercing shells, incendiary shells, and even special mother shells. The firepower of a single salvo is enough to completely turn half a city into a sea of fire."
"In addition, there are a large number of small and medium caliber anti-aircraft guns and machine gun turrets, whose outer shells are covered with special alloy armor, which can effectively resist ordinary caliber anti-aircraft guns and fighter jet cannons."
( The Goliath Flying Battleship was approximately five times the size of the real-life Zeppelin airship " Hindenburg ")
Dola took a deep breath and summarized, "Simply put, the firepower of a single Goliath is equivalent to that of a full-fledged heavy artillery brigade of the Kingdom's army, and a heavy artillery brigade capable of high-speed maneuvering regardless of terrain."
Mu En processed this information. Judging from Dola's grenade that could create a mushroom cloud, the power of the firearms in this world might be greater than he had imagined.
"It seems we have no choice but to confront them head-on." Mu En quickly made the decision.
"Immediately notify all residents of Valley Town to take necessary supplies and evacuate to the mines deep within the canyon for safety."
"Your air pirate group members should maintain your daily patrols and activities, and avoid showing any unusual behavior so as not to alert them."
"Once Goliath reaches the nearby airspace, your task is to lure it within ten kilometers of Valley Town. Once it's within that range, I can provide you with shelter."
Ten kilometers.
This is the limit that Mu En's roots can reach, and it is also the domain he controls.
As a tree, it cannot move; its only option is to confront the enemy head-on.
But as long as the opponent enters this range, he has a high chance of winning.
Regardless of the final outcome, at least the people of Valley Town should be allowed to hide to avoid unnecessary sacrifices.
"Yes! Understood!" Dola accepted the order without hesitation.
She now genuinely considers herself a part of the Erdtree project; the moment the call ended, she began shouting and organizing the evacuation.
The Valley Town was thrown into chaos by the emergency order, but thanks to the leadership of foremen like Duffi and other respected figures, the townspeople managed to organize themselves and evacuate into the canyon in an orderly manner.
"My Lord, is there anything we can do for you?"
Upon hearing the news, Pazu and Sheeta ran breathlessly to the tree and looked up to ask.
"This war has nothing to do with you. Hurry up and seek refuge with the townspeople," Mu En replied.
These two children were certainly much more mature than their peers, but the impending war was not something they could participate in.
"No! I want to stay here." Sheeta gripped the necklace around her neck. "They came because of me, and—in a pinch, the power of the Volucite might come in handy!"
" Sheeta, you—God, I will stay here to protect Sheeta!"
Without even a second thought, Pazu also insisted on staying.
"Alright, then you'll stay here and absolutely must not act on your own." Mu En finally granted their request.
If they cannot stop Goliath, it will be futile for the two children to run away.
Evacuation continues in the town.
Looking at this chaotic yet orderly scene, Mu En's thoughts drifted back to that question once again.
Where exactly did things go wrong?
Even if the Kingdom Army brought back a bizarre battle report like " Pazu and Dola killed half a unit," it would most likely be ignored or taken as an exaggeration to shirk responsibility.
Even if it arouses some curiosity and investigation, it should never be used to immediately mobilize national strategic weapons.
Unless, the other party possesses more detailed information about themselves?
Or perhaps----
The image of General Muoro— obese, arrogant, and easily angered—appeared in Mu En's mind.
Could it be that this hot-tempered and foolish general made this on a whim?