Starting from the Planetary Governor - Chapter 788

Chapter 783: Rapid and Brutal Extinction

. Yin Bashim’s expression was filled with disbelief.

He couldn’t believe that the Alliance would actually leave such an important matter to Cui Ru.

What were the indigenous forces of the Eastern Universe? They were mere pawns in the struggle between Holy Terra and the Alliance, fit only to play the game of chess.

And he, at least, believed he represented the will of the Imperial Center.

And his fate was to be decided by these pawns?

He felt absurd

and terrified.

He realized that his words had been directed at the wrong person.

What could he do?

There was still room for correction!

He mentally forced himself to cheer himself up, quickly forming his words and even trying to create what he thought was the most appropriate expression.

However, these efforts were ultimately in vain.

He barely opened his mouth when his movements were interrupted by a pair of massive hands, which stretched from the back of his neck to his entire body, strangling him.

The force was just enough to not kill him, allowing him to barely breathe, but making it impossible for him to speak.

Xie Lihong glanced admiringly at Captain Marchand as he took action. He

hadn’t expected a Space Marine to possess such high political sophistication.

At this point, he truly didn’t want Yinbarshim to speak.

Don’t try to persuade Cui Ru; let her make her own decision.

What if Cui Ru persuaded him?

The Alliance wasn’t that eager to take Yinbarshim.

But fortunately, the outcome was still good.

Cui Ru’s expression gradually grew resolute amidst her turmoil.

Putting aside her own political whims, the suffering of a torn family prevailed at this crucial moment.

She said bitterly, “I want him dead!”

“Alright,” Xie Lihong nodded slightly to Captain Marchand of Huang Quanou.

Yinbarshim’s eyes were filled with fear and resentment. He still had much to say, he still had leverage, he was still very useful, he still…

Marchand exerted a slight pressure on his hand.

He was from the Yinbarshim family, one of Holy Terra’s most powerful families. Throughout the history of the Empire, their family has produced three chancellors, 21 chancellors, and over 100 Cosmic Domain Presidents. Three individuals have even held positions such as Grand Inquisitor, Cardinal, and President of the Imperial Chamber of Commerce.

More importantly, the Yinbarshim family boasts not only a glorious past but also a powerful current. Many of their businesses, family members, and in-laws hold various positions in Imperial politics.

Currently, Yinbarshim, the President of the Eastern Cosmic Domain, known as “Zu,” is a highly respected figure among contemporary Yinbarshim political figures. He holds a bright future. Having become Cosmic Domain President at a young age (less than two hundred years old), he hopes to ascend to the position of Prime Minister of a department in his final years if he completes his mission to the Eastern Cosmic Domain this time.

He still has a third, perhaps even nearly half, of his life left, and he still has many ambitions and a mission to uphold his family’s honor.

And now, with a single gentle push from Marchand’s hand, everything about him, including his cervical spine, shatters.

…

A few days later, Gu Hang received a report on Angry Owl Star.

“…The situation on Wuji Star has basically stabilized.”

“There are still remnants of the Solar Auxiliary Army near Wuji Palace, but the time to clean them up should not be long. They basically have no ability to resist. Only some small-scale troops, organized at most in regiments, broke out. The subsequent elimination of them will not affect the overall situation.”

“The starport of Wuji Star is under our control. The fleet that came with Yinbashim on Holy Terra has all been controlled inside the starport. The relevant personnel are either dead or imprisoned, and the ships have been controlled.”

“The temporary acting government of the Eastern Universe has been declared established. The relevant declaration documents have been sent to the entire universe.”

“62% of the planets have replied to confirm their response to the temporary acting government; 32% of the planets will reply in succession within the next six Terra days; for the remaining 6% of the planets, the temporary acting government will issue them an ultimatum after seven days. If they do not confirm their reply within the last 24 hours, or explicitly refuse, the acting government will declare war on them.”

“The Eastern Fleet, along with the acting government’s mercenary fleet and mercenary corps, will carry out this campaign together. According to replies from the Army and Navy, the corresponding troops have already entered the Eastern Space Region, and the mercenary contract will be signed tomorrow. It is expected that the entire campaign will be concluded within a month, and peace will return to the Eastern Space Region.”

“The biggest difficulty lies in Li Guang Star, the home planet of the Sword of Li Guang Legion. The legion has a very close relationship with Zu Yinbashim, and it is very likely that they have even signed an oath of agreement with the Yinbashim family and received certain promises. Their attitude is quite stubborn.”

“Please instruct us on how to handle this matter?”

“The military has reported that the attack on Li Guang Star requires the cooperation of the Space Marine Legion. Otherwise, relying solely on the Eastern Fleet and mercenaries will result in a high military cost, especially in terms of time.”

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reported that they assess the need for a counterattack on Li Guangxing to be minimal. They likely lack the means to launch an offensive offensive. They suggest that only a portion of the navy is needed to completely blockade Li Guangxing and suppress information about it. This Chapter is also a subsidiary of the Infinite Chapter. Given our current good diplomatic relations with the Infinite Chapter, launching a devastating attack on the Sword of Li Guang would be contrary to our foreign policy and would likely have a significant negative impact on our diplomatic relations with the Infinite Chapter.”

After reading this, Gu Hang paused for a moment before issuing his own directive:

“Demand that all members of the Yellow Springs Owl and Blood Shark Chapters mobilize and fully cooperate with this operation. The attack on Li Guangxing must not only be carried out, but also be comprehensive, swift, and devastating.”

Between sipping tea and poring over documents, Gu Hang decided the fate of an entire Space Marine Chapter.

After completing this final task, he had to go see his child.

Oh, not Gu Jing, but Gu Qian.

This was his daughter, his second child with Ye Lixia, born just a month ago.

Of course, the words were said lightly, but in reality, the annihilation of the Sword of Light Chapter was exactly what Gu Hang had anticipated.

This chapter had long obstructed trade relations between the Alliance and the Eastern Cosmic Realm, acting in a non-cooperative manner. Now, there was a clear need.

Enabling the Eastern Cosmic Realm to “rebel” was itself a stern warning from the Alliance to the Imperial Center, a show of force.

Simply killing a rising star of the Yinbashim family wasn’t enough.

After all, it was just a special operation.

Exterminating a nearly full-strength chapter in peak condition was more than enough.

Furthermore, this couldn’t be a protracted, drawn-out battle; it had to be swift and ruthless, as he had ordered.

The crushing annihilation of a nearly full-strength chapter, defending its home planet, was a successful show of force. On

the one hand, this action would serve as a clear deterrent to those within the Eastern Cosmic Realm; on the other, it would demonstrate to the Imperial Center the depth of the Alliance’s resolve to protect its interests.

(End of this chapter)