Earth.
The instant Lacus mentioned that she wanted to go to Earth, countless thoughts appeared in Ray Mingkai's mind.
However, Ray Mingkai did not voice out the thoughts that surged out like a tide. Instead, he quietly looked at Lacus, waiting for her to continue.
Swoosh!
The automatic door closed at this moment.
Darkness followed closely behind and enveloped the entire room.
A glimmer of light quietly lit up in Lacus's hands. It was Harrow.
It was the faint light from Pink Harrow's two small eyes.
Lacus, who was holding Pink Harrow with both hands, was like a young girl holding a candle with a weak flame, lonely and helpless.
"My voice, appearance, and even identity have been lost. Lacus Klein. This name was taken by a stranger when I had no way of knowing it. Now, that stranger is using my voice, my appearance, my identity, using that familiar tone, familiar words to pacify this war … "
Lacus's voice was very soft, so soft that it could not be heard if one was slightly further away.
Ray Mingkai's gaze wavered slightly, but he did not say anything.
"But …"
A voice that sounded like a sigh and also like a self-deprecating voice sounded. Lacus raised her head and looked at Ray Mingkai.
Her gaze was wavering, filled with fear, but more than that, there was confusion.
"I know that person doesn't want to stop this war. But I don't know why she is doing this. I also don't know what she wants to do with my voice, my appearance, and my identity. "
Looking at Lacus Klein, whom he had never seen before, Lei Mingkai took a few steps forward and stood in front of Lacus as he softly asked, "What is it?
He asked softly, "So, you want to go to Earth and not find a way to return to PLANT?"
Hearing Ray Mingkai's words, Lacus smiled lightly, but there was a trace of desolation in her smile.
"Go back? I'll just be courting death if I go back now. Kai. "
Looking at Lacus's desolate smile, Ray Mingkai clenched his hands slightly and took a deep breath.
"Then, tell me! Lux, what do you want to do next? "
The temporary retreat of the pursuers made the Archangel relieved.
But more than that, it was the pressure of an impending storm.
Margaret sat in the bridge and silently stared at the darkness ahead.
No matter how many times she asked people to send out signals and call for the Earth Alliance Fleet that might be nearby, there was no response.
Even at the end of the fierce battle, which ended because of the words of the girl who claimed to be Lacus Klein, the uneasiness in Margaux's heart didn't grow stronger.
"Captain. He found out. The girl who claimed to be Lacus Klein was the daughter of PLANT's highest council president. According to the intelligence, this girl was not only the daughter of the Speaker, but also a well-known singer in PLANT. Her words have a certain degree of credibility. "
Baki Lulu took the information she had just obtained and came to Marlou's side.
After thanking him, Ma Liu took the document and flipped through it. He pondered for a moment.
"Lieutenant, where is Warrant Officer Brittania now?"
Bucky Lulu shook her head.
"Probably in the room! From the Warrant Officer's attitude towards his sister, he seems to be very concerned about his sister's safety. "
"After all, they are brother and sister! Well, can you inform Major Mu and Warrant Officer Kai to come to my room? I want to have a small meeting. You can come too! "
"Yes!"
Marlou's order quickly reached Ray Mingkai.
At this moment, it just so happened that Lei Mingkai and Lacus had come to a conclusion about their future.
"I understand! I never thought that you would want to go there. Originally, I thought you would go find the man called Tiger. "
"Tiger?"
Lacus looked at Ray Mingkai in confusion.
At this time, Ray Mingkai suddenly realized.
The current Tiger, Andy Butterfield, who was called the Desert Tiger, didn't seem to have the possibility of contacting the Klein faction. According to the original timeline, the Desert Tiger was still fighting the Earth Alliance Army in the desert. It wasn't until Kira drove the Assault on Gao Da and defeated him and his lover that the following events happened.
But now, it seemed that there wasn't such a possibility.
"No. It's just some rumors. Maybe when the time comes, it will be an opportunity for us. For now, let's just look at the road in front of us and move forward! "
"Okay. Thank you! Kai! "
Although Lacus didn't understand, she knew very well that Ray Mingkai was sincere in helping her.
"No, no need to thank me! Right now, I'm just a "dead person" who was unilaterally declared dead by PLANT. Isn't that right? "
Lei Mingkai shrugged his shoulders and said in a joking manner.
Lux couldn't help but laugh at Lei Mingkai's antics.
"That's right! Lacus, no, Audrey. Even if Lacus Klein's identity is stolen, you still have the name Audrey. So, before everything is clear, don't be discouraged. "
"Yes! I understand. Kai. "
Their next course of action had already been decided.
Although the reason why Lacus decided to go to Earth was out of Ray Mingkai's expectations, after knowing Lacus's detailed thoughts and combining it with Ray Mingkai's understanding of this world, he realized that Lacus's choice was indeed the best solution to the current situation.
Right now, whether it was Ray Mingkai or Lacus, they were both alone and without anyone to rely on. The only thing the two of them could do was rely on each other and move forward without a clear path ahead.
Scandinavia.
This was the place that Lacus wanted to go to.
According to the modern world's map, this was a peninsula in Northern Europe that extended towards the Atlantic Ocean.
Due to the high latitude of the peninsula, which resulted in long nights in winter, the Teutonic word for darkness, together with the word -VIA, which had a territorial meaning, formed the name of the peninsula — Scandinavian.
And in the context of the CE century, this peninsula had another meaning.
It was that in the first and second great wars of the CE century, the Klein family that had great influence and even changed the direction of the entire war under the leadership of Lacus Klein was born on this peninsula.
However, this sentence was hidden in an unknown corner of the CE world, and it was extremely unpopular.
If not for the coincidental timing, as well as Lacus's decision and many other factors, Ray Mingkai would never have thought that the Klein family had such a past.
After understanding this layer of relationship, Ray Mingkai suddenly understood Lacus's decision.
No matter what, even if Lacus' appearance, voice, and identity were stolen, she was still the future leader of the Klein family, the Klein Faction. On a certain level, there were some secrets that no one knew about. She was an existence that outsiders could not replace.
Because of this, when she discovered that she had been impersonated by a stranger, and that even her father did not notice any clues, Lacus could only think of this method.
She headed to the place where the Klein family rose to prominence.
"Hey! Our Knight. What are you thinking about? "
Ray Mingkai, who was thinking about the next plan of action, was hugged from behind by Mu.
"Major Mu?! You're late. "
Ray Mingkai was taken aback at first, then he realized that he was already in Margaux's captain's room.
Mu chuckled and wagged his finger.
"No. I'm not late. It's because you think too seriously about things. I've been standing there watching you for a while. "
After a fierce battle, Ray Mingkai felt that Mu's attitude towards him had changed.
The man in front of him, who was known as the strongest natural in the CE century, had indeed treated him as a comrade that he could entrust his life to.
"Is that so? I'm just thinking about the next move. Major, the next battle will probably be even more intense. "
As soon as he heard Ray Mingkai's words, Mu's expression immediately became solemn.
Yes.
Mu was very clear.
The Archangel, the assault on Gao Da. Both were new equipment of the Earth Alliance Army.
In order to prevent the Earth Alliance Army from obtaining these new equipment, Zaft had planned a series of actions and achieved certain success.
Now, they had switched to a new pilot who was also experienced and skilled. Even Mu, who was in their own camp, was shocked by the powerful combat power displayed by the attack on the Gundams, not to mention the Zaft fleet, which was the enemy.
It was conceivable that the retreating Zaft fleet would inevitably gather more warships and more MS to destroy the Archangel and the assault on Gao Da with overwhelming combat power. This would completely eliminate the opportunity for the Earth Alliance Army to obtain the new MS and new warships.
"Let's see what the captain has to say!"
Mu sighed slightly.
"Now the only people on the Archangel who can participate in the battle are you and me. Fortunately, Warrant Officer Kai, your combat power is far beyond my imagination. Attacking Gundam can be considered to have been entrusted to the right person. "
"Maybe!"
After a short conversation, it was time for a short meeting held by Margaux.
The content of the meeting was not unexpected.
In addition to a summary of the previous battle and a preventive plan for the next battle that might happen, it was the news that Ray Mingkai expected.
"The Earth Alliance Army has been contacted?"
Mu was surprised.
"Well, just a few minutes ago, before the major and the warrant officer arrived here, there was news from the bridge that they had indeed been contacted. It's just that … "
Margaux nodded and then looked at Baki Lulu.
Baki Lulu nodded and took over the topic.
"The one who contacted us is Admiral Halbarton of the Eighth Fleet. Based on the current intelligence, the 8th Fleet has already sent an advance fleet to join our Archangel. According to the forecast, I'm afraid it will be in 48 hours. "
Hearing this news, Mu clapped his hands.
"Great! In this way, the situation on the Archangel can be improved. "
However, Ray Mingkai made a different sound.
"No. Major Mu. I don't think the arrival of the advance fleet will change the situation. On the contrary, it may cause the enemy to increase their forces. "
Everyone was stunned.
"Warrant Officer. Can you tell us what you think? "
Margaux thought for a moment and asked.
"In the previous battle, we did repel Zaft. However, think about the forces that Zaft invested in the previous battle! They were forces that dared to attack the Earth Alliance Fleet. "
As soon as Ray Mingkai spoke, Mu already knew what he meant.
This was also the topic of discussion when the two stood at the door of the captain's room.
"But this force was destroyed by us, no, it should be said that after the Assault Gao Da driven by the warrant officer destroyed more than half of this force, Zaft's attention will probably be attracted. Especially at this time when both sides seem to have a large-scale truce. "
Margaux and Baki Lulu understood the meaning of Ray Mingkai and Mu as soon as they heard it.
The reason why the Archangel was able to escape danger was because of Ray Mingkai and the Assault Gao Da, but now it seemed that the battle that might happen next would become difficult because of this factor.
"That's it! In any case, being able to meet up with the advance fleet is good news for the Archangel. First Lieutenant, make the necessary arrangements! "
"Yes!"
No matter what, it was time for this short meeting to end.
In the following time, other than the routine combat preparation mission, Ray Mingkai had a lot more time. Therefore, he spent most of his time walking around the Archangel with Lux.
Perhaps because she made a decision, the smile on Lux's face gradually became more and more.
Especially when she interacted with the children among the refugees, Lux, who had a strong affinity, could always play with the children.
This change also made Ray Mingkai breathe a sigh of relief.
"Then … Teacher Kai. Are you free now? "
Ray Mingkai, who was standing at the side watching Lux and the little girl folding paper, suddenly heard someone call him.
He turned around and saw Kira.
"En? It's Kira! There's no need to call me teacher. Just call me by my name. To me, being a teaching assistant is just a job. "
Kira's eyes were a little erratic, as if she had something to say to Ray Mingkai.
"Come with me! Kira. You should have something to ask me. "
Ray Mingkai retracted his gaze from Lux and turned around to bring Kira to the empty observation deck.
"No one will come here for the time being."
Ray Mingkai leaned on the railing and looked at the hesitant Kira with a smile.
The current Kira was very easy to understand.
"Kira, do you want to ask about the attack on Gao Da?"
"No …"
Kira didn't know what to say when the words were on the tip of her tongue.
In the end, Kira asked hesitantly.
"Old … Kai, why did you sit in that Gao Da? Don't you feel uncomfortable? Fighting is too unbearable. "
"Uncomfortable? Probably! "
Ray Mingkai shrugged and went forward to pat Kira's shoulder.
"But this is a battle to protect the people who are important to me! Before I die, I won't let the enemy harm the people who are incomparably important to me. "
"But … but …"
"Is it because your friend was in the Zaft fleet that chased after Archangel? Is that why you resisted the attack on Gao Da? "
Ray Mingkai interrupted Kira's words.
"En, yes."
"Kira. Most likely, your friend's family and friends died on Junius 7. So, to your friend, this battle is probably a battle of revenge. "
"What? Yunus 7?! "
At this moment, Kira thought of the huge space tombstone.
"Yes. Kira. This battle is just a whirlpool of hatred, leading all of humanity into the abyss of destruction. Words were unable to stop the war from coming to an end. The battlefield doesn't suit you. Kira Yamato. "
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