Skyfire Avenue - Chapter 893

Chapter 893

Chapter 893: Faith and Fervor!

Soldiers throughout the armada looked on with eyes red from emotion . But the surprises were not over .

Scores more mecha suites were dispatched from the twelve fleets . All four bastions released their remaining drones to join the fight as well . Every fleet and bastion had a contingent of ground troops and mechas to equip them with . Together with the drones they were a flexible and dynamic fighting force . Yet, their mission was clear in the minds of every pilot; they were cannon fodder .

In a matter of moments these brave soldiers created a ring on the outer edge of the Banishing Strategy . They arranged themselves so that the representatives of each adept army were protected as well .

Every man and woman, whether in the cockpit of a mecha suit or drone, stared grim faced and red eyed at their foes . They did not attack, for they knew that they could not positively affect this battle beyond using themselves as human shields . Every ounce of energy was poured into shields in preparation for the attacks to come .

In this moment they did not fear death .

A stifling silence hung over the worlds of man as they watched on their screens . In high-definition they saw these brave warriors preparing to sacrifice their lives for the cause . And a sacrifice it would be, for even though there were only two the soldiers knew they had no hope of defeating enemies that powerful .

Despair settled in the hearts of the ruling class, especially the politicians, and many had already fled . However there were some who remained, to wait and see what would happen . These public servants were determined to meet their fate with their constituents .

The East’s Chairman Zhou Xueguan was together with the parliament . His hands were curled into tight fists . By his side was the speaker of the parliament, and both men glared ferociously at the images of the screen before them .

The parliamentary hall was full, with every representative in attendance . They’d been invited to watch the operation together . They’d cheered Zhou Xueguan as their armies won victory after victory against the alien horde . Now however, with the ascent of Monarch and the display of his might, the hall was silent .

When the battle started to turn there were some in the room who sought to slip away . But before they could, the doors to the hall were flung open and soldiers flooded in . They were fully armed, and trained their guns on the politicians .  

The speaker addressed his comrades with frigid promise, stating that they would die with their people if it came to it . No one would be permitted to leave . They would not be allowed to abandon the East .

All of this had been prepared in advance, arranged by Zhou Xueguan and the speaker . They had to assure the people, and they couldn’t do that if the political class was in turmoil . If the leadership could show steadfastness and solidarity, the people’s faith would remain strong .

The scene from the parliamentary hall was streamed along with the battle, in a small box on the bottom right corner . In a joint announcement Chairman Zhou and the speaker reassured everyone that their leaders were not going to leave them to their fate .

It had the desired affect and the people calmed . They earned no praise, but it did allay fears that they would be abandoned . In their minds if the politicians were in the same situation they were, there was still a chance things could be turned around .

Video of Eastern mechas putting themselves in harm’s way were streamed into every household . Pride and tears filled the eyes of citizens as they saw the signature yellow of the Bloodiron Khans arrayed against overwhelming odds . They weren’t afraid, and so neither were the people . Like the soldiers who fought for them they were filled with passion .

Eastern soldiers were doing right by their duty to all of humanity . They put themselves in the line of danger, putting down their lives so that their species might have a chance to fight back .

Heroes . Every single one of those brave warriors were heroes to all of mankind . Tears flowed down a countless number of faces and many citizens were out in the streets to watch the fight together on enormous screens on the sides of buildings [1 . This is typical for many cities in China . Skyscrapers may often come equipped with enormous televisions . They’re used for many purposes; in the summer they have movies on some and street vendors lay out tables were people can watch a movie and have food . They’re also for propaganda and public service announcements . The world cup and Olympics are the time when these outside screens are most popular . However, I think they’re beginning to fall out of style .  Here’s an example, though I don’t know why they have it censored . ]

A silver-haired woman in her twilight years pointed to the enormous screen and cried out . “My son’s out there! He’s one of the Bloodiron Khans!” Her face was wet with tears but she stood tall . Her words, quavering with emotion, betrayed her pride .

Similar scenes played out all across the East . Panic was gone, replaced by the undaunted fervor reflected in the eyes of those soldiers . They were a people of singular purpose and unity!

People on what remained of the Western Alliance planets were also emotional as they watched . Their government was gone, but after Guanyin the Queen of Heaven saved their fellows – channeled through Zhou Qianlin – they’d felt more inclined toward the East .  

The stream they were receiving came from the East . When they saw that the Eastern parliament was not fleeing they hung their head in shame .

Many of their leaders and politicians had fled Europa even before the aliens attacked . Most of those left behind as victims were common folk without the ability to run . They were forced to wait for the end to claim them .

No one wished for the end of this conflict more than the Western people . They had suffered awfully and were tired of conflict . They prayed for the success of the four sword bearers from the East, prayed that they would be victorious over this hated foe . Their hearts were just as impassioned as the narration from the Eastern streaming video .

“Look, what are our young comrades doing? They are giving all of themselves so that all of us might be safe . These are our Bloodiron Khans, our An Lun soldiers, our Eastern countrymen . Majesties from Skyfire Avenue fight on the front lines while Star Division and Bloodiron Khan soldiers stand at their backs . Nor do they stand alone, for soldiers from our Eastern army have come to bolster their numbers . I am not a believer, but I pray for these brave souls – pray for our people and our future . Join me in cheering them on and our combined faith will help them win the day . Our enemies will be destroyed . ”

The rousing speech reverberated all throughout the East and inflamed passions . Through their actions the government and military inspired the people and gave them faith . Even in defeat they would stand in solidarity .

This was not the case in the North . They were the mightiest of nations, and as such were rife with powerful political, military and business families . When the situation began to deteriorate these influential people prepared for their exodus . The government did not inspire the same confidence in its people as the East . Though many took faith in the images from the live stream, they were not unified in the way the other Alliances were .

As the conflict increased the differences between these alliances became more stark . However no one paid much attention as all eyes were trained on the front lines and the battle that would determine the fate of humanity .

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Boom! Layers of pink shattered like glass, a dimension fractured . The Photographer was flung away and spat out a mouthful of blood . Her powers changed constantly to match the ever-increasing Domain of Creation and Destruction, barely managing to keep it at bay .

The Violet Prince paid her no further mind . He switched directions and launched himself toward the location of the Banishing Strategy . He was loathe to obey Monarch’s command but the newly ascended immortal was master . If Monarch perished the immortal realm they build would disappear . He was also acutely aware that he could not contend against his father’s tremendous power .

He witnessed what everyone saw on their screens once he turned toward the Banishing Strategy; it was hidden behind a sphere of metal . Countless mechas and drones were tightly organized so that there was no way to get at the sword bearers except through them . Only the stream of chaotic power was left unguarded, the same stream that had swallowed up Monarch . The Prince had no illusions that he would fare better if he chose that route .

The Violet Prince narrowed his eyes as he surveyed the landscape . He grunted and chastised humanity for its naiveté . Did they believe they could stand against him?

He rushed forward, fist outstretched . A burst of purple light emerged .

A hundred defenders exploded immediately, reduced to burning slag . However the Prince was slowed ever so slightly as he was struck with a surprising thought . These humans were not disheartened . Even in the face of death they persevered!

The aliens were adept at psychic communication . He could feel their courage and conviction as clearly as though it had come from him .