Chapter 287 Operation Code: Supernova Explosion

Miller asked a straightforward question, which caught President Brandon on the spot.

Faced with this question, the president of the Federation, who was usually high-spirited and confident in his gestures, fell into hesitation and silence.

If it is from the perspective of being responsible for the country, Brandon should choose the former between national interests and his own political career without hesitation.

But after he tasted the sweetness of controlling power, is he willing to pay such a heavy price as "ending his political life"?

Obviously, Brandon does not have such good qualities, otherwise he would not take the initiative to contact the military-industrial complex for his own votes and cooperate with them in depth.

"I swear in the name of the President of the Human Federation.

I must faithfully perform the duties of the President of the Federation, respect and protect the rights and freedoms of all human beings and citizens of the Federation.

Do my best to abide by, maintain and defend the Federal Constitution, and safeguard the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Federation.

Faithfully serve all citizens"

Brandon couldn't help but recall the highlight of his life, the moment when he was sworn in as the President of the Federation with the Federal Constitution in his hand.

But how long has it been since I last recalled this scene and the solemn oath?

Now it is becoming more and more blurred in my mind.

Opposite Brandon, Defense Minister Miller looked at the silent federal president with a barely detectable smile on his face.

"It's okay, Mr. President, you can think about this question slowly. Signing a general mobilization order is also a big deal, and there is no rush to make a decision today.

And even if you agree to sign, we will convene the chief officers in charge of various aspects of the army before that to discuss the 'general mobilization order' together.

After all, you only need to sign, but other units still have a lot to do."

Miller paused, then continued:

"Although there is no rush to sign the general mobilization order, there is another thing I need to tell you."

"What is it?" Hearing the last words of Defense Minister Miller, President Brandon finally came back to his senses and looked up and asked.

"Plans for large-scale military activities in the next stage."

Miller sent a battle plan to Brandon through the terminal, and the latter quickly projected it directly above the desk.

"This battle plan is one of the strategic plans we prepared before the war, and the premise for its activation is that our army will launch a large-scale counterattack.

And now is the right time to meet the conditions of this battle plan."

While listening to Miller's report, Brandon looked at the title of the plan.

"Battle Plan - Supernova Explosion Operation"

When Brandon saw the first page of the plan, which described the number of troops required for the battle, his eyes widened.

"Fifteen main fleets and six unmanned fleets? Do we need support from the garrison fleets of the autonomous governments of the galaxies around the war zone?"

He looked up at Miller, who was calm and collected, with doubts in his eyes.

"What do you and Trafalgar want to do? Have a fleet decisive battle with the Empire?"

"Mr. President, you should understand it as a 'fleet decisive battle'." Miller nodded,

"Although this is definitely not the last large-scale fleet battle in this war, it is indeed a 'quasi-decisive battle' that will play a 'final role' at the current stage."

"I need you to give a reason, otherwise I can't agree with you to launch a battle of this level. There are too many troops involved. If the battle fails, the entire federal navy will be paralyzed."

Brandon's expression was very serious. Because of his understanding of Miller and Trafalgar, he now looks at these two people and doubts whether they want to expand the war when they do anything.

"Okay. Okay, although Mr. President, you don't know much about military matters, since you asked it, we will naturally explain our reasons.

By the way, this battle plan was not finalized by Trafalgar and me, but by the Navy Command after discussion, so you don't look at us like 'dictators'."

Miller shrugged, obviously he still had some opinions about the way Brandon looked at him now.

"Like all combat code names, 'Supernova Explosion' was also an action code name chosen before the war.

Because this combat plan hopes that this large-scale offensive of the fleet can annihilate the enemy as fiercely as the energy generated by a supernova explosion.

The premise for the activation of this combat plan is that we can produce an absolute advantage in the number of ships in a certain period of time and turn this advantage in number into a winning advantage.

And now, this condition has been met."

Miller said while operating the holographic projection device on Brandon's desk.

Soon, a huge star map unfolded. In addition to the galaxies of each galaxy, there were also information such as the location, strength, and status of the naval fleets of the Federation and the Star Dragon Empire.

"The Star Dragon Empire just completed a troop rotation some time ago. According to the intelligence we received, the two dukes Duke and William, who belonged to the Regent Party, withdrew their fleets and artificial celestial fortresses to the Star Dragon Empire for rest.

Replacing them were the two dukes Hastings and Artesia from the Princess Party. In terms of the scale of the troops, in addition to the two artificial celestial fortresses, there were also eight expeditionary strike groups, and they were all new troops with complete organization and high morale.

At the same time, according to the information collected by our long-term undercover personnel before, this Duke Hastings should be the one with the strongest fleet battle command ability among the five dukes of the Star Dragon Empire. "

Minister of Defense Miller referred to the markings on the star map and fluently talked about the recent situation of the Star Dragon Empire. Obviously, he had prepared for the report before.

"The fresh troops with high morale, and there are also two artificial celestial fortresses. If I remember correctly, there are two more expeditionary strike groups than before, right?"

Brandon raised his eyebrows, "In this case, you still decided to take the initiative to attack?"

"It is a fresh force, but at the same time, it is also a fleet that has not been baptized by large-scale fleet battles, and it is definitely lacking in experience.

On the contrary, our fleet has accumulated a lot of experience after a year of fighting.

Moreover, fighting on the home front can replenish personnel, equipment, and ships more quickly. There is no need for rotation and rest to allow these fleets with combat experience to quickly replenish their establishment.

In addition, we have an advantage in the number of fleets. Taking advantage of the unstable foothold of the imperial fleet, we can take the initiative to attack, which can have a miraculous effect. "

Miller's tone was firm and serious. When discussing military issues, he was less cunning and more iron-blooded.

Then, he said the last and most critical reason:

"The biggest reason why we chose to launch this battle at this time is because of this rare opportunity.

After the news of the emperor's critical illness reached the front line, even if it would be covered up by the fleet's top brass and not let the grassroots officers and soldiers know, I believe that this news would definitely affect the judgment of the two dukes.

You must know that they are already the few people standing at the top of the pyramid of the Star Dragon Empire, and the issue of legal succession is also very important to them.

Because they will eventually swear allegiance to the crowned new emperor, so these dukes must hope that the person they support and assist can take the throne.

At this time, the two dukes on the front line would have some concerns when facing a fleet battle of the "decisive battle level", and "hesitation" and "looking ahead and behind" are absolute taboos in military strategy.

Therefore, for this large-scale operation, the Navy, from Marshal Trafalgar to the combat staff, and even the fleet commanders of each fleet, are full of determination to win. "

After listening to Miller's long and eloquent speech, Brandon fell silent.

He did not know much about fleet warfare, but after listening to Miller's analysis and description, the president also began to feel that this battle seemed to be worth fighting.

Including the unmanned fleet, the Federation will send an unprecedented 21 main fleets, totaling more than 5,300 warships of various types.

In terms of the number of fleets, the Federation Navy undoubtedly gained an absolute advantage in this battlefield.

Although the role that the Empire's artificial celestial fortress can play in the battle cannot be measured by "a few fleets".

But Marshal Trafalgar gradually figured out in the battle with these behemoths. Their various characteristics, and summarized a lot of tactics that can be used.

So when they appeared on the battlefield again, there was no longer the "shocking" oppression when they first appeared.

Of course, this does not mean that the Federation looks down on this thing, otherwise they would not have allowed their mobile fortresses to join the ranks.

After all, being swept by the "flashlight" of the fortress will have devastating consequences for any fleet.

"I will call an emergency meeting immediately. Mr. Minister, please explain it again at the meeting later." Brandon said to Miller after thinking for a moment.

"It seems that you agree with the Federation Navy to implement this combat plan?"

"Yes, because I think the result of this battle will affect another decision of mine."

"Are you talking about the general mobilization order? "Miller sat up straight and stared at Brandon seriously.

"Yes, if our navy can prove their ability to defeat the enemy in the supernova explosion operation..."

Brandon paused, as if he was making a final struggle, but this struggle did not last long, and soon he said the next sentence that would be recorded in history books in the future.

"Then I will agree to sign a general mobilization order and launch a war of annihilation against the Star Dragon Empire. "