Chapter 64: Support and Experiments

"Ahem..."

The young man sitting at the head of the Meeting Room cleared his throat, then looked around and said in a calm tone, "Although everyone has different opinions, generally speaking, everyone's opinions are for the sake of ensuring the safety of the Ninth Defense Zone, and also for the sake of preserving the last bit of hope for the Human Alliance."

"Pake, do you have any good suggestions?" Jack asked with an impatient look on the projector.

Pake nodded slightly, then crossed his index fingers and gently pressed them against his chin, answering in a calm tone, "Support is definitely necessary; after all, we are all members of the Human Alliance, and we are all fighting for the future of humanity. However, our current situation is also very difficult, so the support we can provide is limited. I think we can send a combat squad to provide support. What do you think of this proposal?"

However, just as Pake finished speaking, Ji Bu sternly refused on the projector, "Absolutely not! Sending a combat squad there is simply sending them to their deaths!"

At this moment, Jack spoke up, "Ji Bu, I remember that Legion Commander Nie Hao of the Military District's 13th Legion established a combat squad, right? One specifically for causing destruction among the Orcs? That is a newly established combat squad, so there is no need to worry about any losses."

Seeing everyone's eyes fixed on him, Ji Bu had no choice but to nod slowly and say, "Indeed, the 13th Legion has just established a combat squad. But this unit has decent potential; just a few days ago, they destroyed a Beast Race camp."

"That's exactly it. A combat squad with great potential, and one that specializes in fighting Orcs—this can also demonstrate the sincerity of our Ninth Defense Zone. Furthermore, since the Orcs have already suffered losses, I suggest that the 13th Legion's front line also begin to push toward the Orcs, putting a certain amount of pressure on the Orcs here," Pake said slowly.

"Pake! Do you have any idea how much risk there is in marching so rashly!" Upon hearing Pake's words, Ji Bu's face turned somewhat ugly, and he gritted his teeth in anger.

"Ji Bu! You must know how much we need a victory right now to boost the morale of all the troops in the Ninth Defense Zone! And how is this a rash march? Isn't that combat squad already a successful case?" Seeing Ji Bu somewhat agitated, Pake's expression also turned serious as he spoke.

"But what if the 13th Legion suffers heavy losses? They could have originally worn the Orcs down in that jungle, but by taking the initiative to attack, those Orcs aren't stupid!" Ji Bu was about to curse out loud from being angered by this Pake.

"Then let's put it to a vote; the minority shall submit to the majority," Pake finally said.

The result was obvious: only Ji Bu voted against it, while three voted in favor, and the remaining five abstained.

"Then let us proceed as we discussed: have the Thirteenth Legion begin to advance the front line. As for the Fourth Defense Zone, tell them that we are arranging the most professional soldiers and that they need to hold on for about a week; after one week, our support will reach them," Pake said to Selina.

"Understood." Selina pushed up the glasses on the bridge of her nose and continued.

"In addition, regarding those children rescued from the Insect Hive, we brought out a few and sent them to the Research Institute. After various detection experiments, no items left behind by the Zerg were found; they are completely normal children. The Research Institute is currently conducting in-depth research on the parts of these children. We may need to take a few more children later for experiments regarding psionics."

Upon hearing these words from Selina, a trace of annoyance appeared on Lu Yang's calm face, "Those madmen at the Research Institute, are they still so keen on those anti-human experiments?"

"Old Lu, don't be so agitated. You shouldn't be so hostile toward the Research Institute; after all, they have also made some contributions." Pake soothed Lu Yang's mood and then said to everyone, "Very well, we must strongly support the experiments on psionics; this is our greatest reliance for countering the Alien Race. Everyone, does anyone have any different thoughts?"

Seeing that no one had any objections, Pake said to Selina, "Satisfy the Research Institute's requirements, but I want them to speed up their research."

"Understood." Selina closed the notebook in her hand and nodded in response.

The meeting dispersed, and the 6 projections disappeared. Lu Yang and Pake stood up to leave. Seeing that another person had not yet moved, Pake smiled and said, "Pu Lie, what are you thinking about?"

Pu Lie, who was in a daze, was startled by Pake's words. He looked back at Pake, who was smiling at him, offered a polite smile, and said, "Hehehe, nothing, just thinking about some matters regarding the Fourth Defense Zone, got a bit lost in thought."

Afterward, he stood up to bid farewell to Pake and left the Meeting Room.

"What's wrong?" Lu Yang looked at Pake with confusion.

"Nothing, just feel that the speed of the Alien Race's invasion of the Fourth Defense Zone is a bit fast. If it were only an Orc invasion, the Fourth Defense Zone shouldn't have fallen so quickly. Tell me, why do you think that is?" Pake's eyes narrowed slightly, and he said in a flat tone.

"I don't know about that, but if you let those madmen at the Research Institute continue to act so recklessly, it will definitely lead to trouble!" Seeing that Pake had no intention of continuing, Lu Yang also turned and left the Meeting Room.

Before returning to his office, Pu Lie had Lu Wang stand guard at the office door, then, as usual, he used that yellowed piece of paper to make contact with his master and report the latest progress.

"Respected Master, your humble servant Pu Lie expresses his highest respects to you. Recently, the Research Institute here in the Ninth Defense Zone has been preparing to study the psionics of that batch of children. Once the results are out, I will immediately select the most suitable vessel for you," Pu Lie said respectfully.

In the darkness, a low voice sounded again: "Find a vessel as soon as possible; I will descend upon this land. Also, expand our forces."

"I follow your will; I will continue to increase the number of your servants to welcome your arrival," Pu Lie replied hurriedly.

"Very good, I look forward to your performance. Do not let me down." The low voice gradually disappeared.

When Pu Lie's consciousness returned to reality, he sat in his chair with a smug smile on his lips, "Those low-level Alien Races only know how to acquire territory through that kind of mindless attack. However, this is fine; at least it gives me the opportunity to develop the Master's forces within the Human Alliance."

"That guy Pake feels too familiar to me. Although no one has said his identity is problematic, his style of doing things is clearly very similar to his father's—no, it's exactly the same. Could it be related to the experiments those madmen at the Research Institute are doing? No wonder both of them are so supportive of the Research Institute's experiments."