646 Mission X-6 (2/2)
”What was that?” Samantha asked bitterly.
Wang Tong cracked a smile. ”Dear Admiral, I don't think it's in our best interest for me to disclose my plan too early.”
”What do you mean?”
”However good my plan is, I will need support, which seems non-existent. Plus, you don't want the plan to be leaked out, do you? ”
Despite being a newcomer on the ship, Wang Tong had already gotten a handle on the overall situation. He knew that without the support from Li Hong and Xiao Se, he wouldn't be able to command the fleet effectively.
Only in unity would his plan work.
”Do you mean there's a mole among us?”
”No, that's not what I mean. What I want to say is we have to solve the problem within our ranks first before we can make a move on the Zergs. I know you have been trying to strike a balance among all factions, but it has directly led to the lack of solidarity among your men.” Wang Tong said readily.
Samantha smiled wryly. ”People are always the problem.”
Wang Tong cracked a consolatory smile ”It's not your fault. You have done a good job.”
”A good job?”
”Yeah!” Wang Tong nodded.
Samantha had doubted herself, but Wang Tong's approval boosted her confidence. She could have doubted herself, but she would never question his judgment.
”What's your plan? I am always with you.” Samantha pressed Wang Tong. She knew that he already had a solution, and had been testing her faith in him.
”How many of those X-6 light cruisers do we have in our fleet?” Wang Tong asked.
”A hundred or so under my direct control, and another hundred or so under those two d*ckheads.”
”One hundred should be enough. I need the best pilots. Can you hand pick them for me?”
”Don't you dare make any more trouble for me! I don't want to hear Li Hong and Xiao Se complaining about you.” Samantha shot Wang Tong a searing glance.
”Why do you think I am here? Haha! Anyways, make sure you draft the best pilots and the sharpest shooters.”
”We don't lack good people. Don't you worry your pretty head about it.” Samantha said proudly. Over the years, she had trained many capable warriors who had gained tremendous experience during the war.
After ironing out the details with Wang Tong, Samantha announced the initiation of the special mission: X-6
”Samantha, what is the meaning of this?” It wasn't long before Samantha heard protests and questions rise around her.