Chapter 1479: Let the Luoke Empire Declare War on the Star Spirit Federation

Yingxin watched those Orcs who were currently laboring.

That Fengqi worker did not come to disturb her again; the sound of engines in the distance grew closer, the figures of Fulgrim and Leman Russ gradually became clear, and the two motorcycles slowed down and stopped at the edge of the construction area.

Fulgrim's gaze landed on Yingxin, and he said in a serious tone.

"Little sister, you ran too fast."

Yingxin said.

"I know, but I can control it now."

Fulgrim looked at her and could only say helplessly.

"... Don't run so fast next time."

Yingxin gave Fulgrim a thumbs-up.

"Fine, I'll handle it, don't you worry."

She turned her head to look at the construction site ahead.

"Those Orcs... are they building a new Breeding Ground?"

Fulgrim took a glance at the construction site in the distance.

"It should be the expansion area for the second phase of the project."

Yingxin looked at Fulgrim.

"Have they ever enslaved our kin?"

"They have, which is why they have turned into what they are now."

Yingxin felt it was uninteresting, so she sat back on her motorcycle and said to Fulgrim and Leman Russ.

"Let's go back, I don't want to see them."

Fulgrim and Leman Russ nodded and left, while the Fengqi worker who heard Yingxin's words looked at the Orcs who had begun to tremble, and said impatiently.

"Hurry up and work! Finish early so you can leave early; didn't you hear the lord over there say she doesn't want to see you?"

In the lounge of the Bone-Crushing Cannery, Yingzhou sat before a simple table, closing his eyes to rest his mind.

At this moment, Selina's holographic projection appeared through the portable Communication Device Yingzhou had placed on the table.

"His Majesty, Lord Lu Zhenda's fleet is about to arrive at the Capital Planet Orbit of the Luoke Empire, and is expected to complete landing and docking within one hour."

Yingzhou's gaze moved away from the tabletop.

"Understood, how is his status now?"

Selina said.

"Lord Lu Zhenda's status is stable, and no abnormalities occurred during the voyage. The Adeptus Custodes Gewanuosai accompanied him the entire way, the Lucifer Black Guard company maintained a state of alert, and the accompanying fleet did not encounter any Intercept or threat."

Yingzhou said.

"After arriving, tell Lao Lu to act according to the plan."

Selina said.

"Yes, His Majesty, are there any other instructions?"

Yingzhou said.

"None for now, you may withdraw."

Selina's holographic projection dissipated.

Yingzhou's gaze landed on the gray outlines of the factory buildings outside the window.

Lao Lu was currently leading a small accompanying team, landing in that Imperial City where the coronation ceremony was about to be held.

He needed the new master of that Imperial City to stand firm before starting to do something he had long been waiting for: pushing eastward.

The Star Spirit Federation over there was still waiting for a response written with naval guns and landing troops.

Luoke Empire Capital Planet Orbit.

A medium-sized fleet sailed over, led by a Mars-class Battlecruiser.

Behind it followed several Light Cruisers and Destroyers, maintaining standard escort spacing.

The entire fleet slowed down after entering orbit and sent an identification code to the ground control center.

Lu Zhenda stood before the observation window of the Bridge, watching the planet ahead that was gradually enlarging.

He wore a dark gray coat with a neat collar, and an Adeptus Custodes stood beside him, the Custodes Power Armor shining brilliantly under the soft lights of the Bridge.

Gewanuosai was not wearing a helmet, revealing a stern face with distinct facial features.

He had been designated by Yingzhou as Lu Zhenda's personal guard when setting out from Xiuluo Holy Star.

"My Lord, the fleet has entered the Luoke Empire Capital Planet Orbit. The ground control center has confirmed our identity and is arranging a landing berth."

The captain's voice came from the Communication Device.

Lu Zhenda spoke up.

"Tell them to hurry, I cannot afford to wait."

"Understood, my Lord."

The Communication Device went quiet.

Lu Zhenda watched the planet getting closer outside the window, his gaze sweeping over the lights at the edge of the city and the outlines of the winding rivers on the ground, and he slowly spoke.

"Gewanuosai, I have come this time not only to attend the coronation ceremony, but also to do another thing."

Gewanuosai's gaze did not move, but he turned his head slightly.

"Please speak, my Lord."

Lu Zhenda looked out the window.

"After Kesi ascends the throne, I want him to send troops to crusade against the Star Spirit Federation to the east of the Luoke Empire."

Gewanuosai's gaze remained in a steady state.

"The Star Spirit Federation? The force that publicly declared it would not let the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance become the sole power in the Bode Star System?"

Lu Zhenda said.

"Yes, they previously issued a statement saying they would not recognize the status of the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance, nor would they accept our dominance in the Bode Star System. Now, it is time to clean them up."

Gewanuosai did not show surprise, but simply asked a question.

"Will the Alien Emperor Kesi agree?"

Lu Zhenda said.

"Everything is under the Emperor's control; the coronation ceremony is just the first step for Kesi to gain a firm foothold. The Luoke Empire has just experienced internal strife, and those old ministers and nobles are still watching from the sidelines; he needs an external operation to consolidate his authority. The Star Spirit Federation is just right for him to demonstrate his military strength."

Gewanuosai spoke up.

"My Lord has considered everything very thoroughly."

As he spoke, Gewanuosai's gaze fell back outside the window, and he asked.

"But what about the strength of the Star Spirit Federation?"

Lu Zhenda said.

"Intelligence shows their military strength is average. Their fleet size is not large, and their equipment can hardly be called advanced. But they have ninety-one rulers who call themselves Star Spirits, scattered across ninety-one planets."

"Each Star Spirit is powerful in their own right, with their own territory and armed forces; these forces cannot be underestimated when gathered together."

Gewanuosai said.

"Scattered armed forces may not be very aggressive, but they will be quite troublesome to defend against. If we have to gnaw through them planet by planet, it will drag on for a long time."

Lu Zhenda said.

"That is why the Luoke Empire needs to take the lead. Their fleet numbers are sufficient, and they are still useful in a war of attrition. Once the Luoke Empire has exhausted the resistance forces of those planets, the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance will take over the resources and management rights."

Gewanuosai looked at Lu Zhenda.

"Sir, my Task is to protect your safety and ensure you do not face any threats while in the Luoke Empire."

"Other matters are not within the scope of my duties, nor will they affect my judgment."

Lu Zhenda said with a smile.

"Rest assured, I will not fall into danger."

Gewanuosai's voice remained steady.

"My Task is to ensure you return to the Xiuluo Holy Star alive. This is a Task bestowed upon me by my Lord's trust, and I will certainly not fail my Lord's trust."

"Hahaha, it is time to begin the descent."

Lu Zhenda said with a smile, not continuing the topic.

The fleet began to lower its altitude, passing through the clouds to land at the Spaceport of the Luoke Empire's Capital Star.