Warhammer 40 Spring: Loyalty of the Multiverse

Chapter 227 A True Stretcher Team
"Time is of the essence, and we must expand our gains! If our fleet lingers here too long, some of our operations within the Dalowa system may fail," Atal Taivar stated his thoughts without hesitation upon arrival.

The original order from the Emperor, the Regent, and the Imperial Guard was to bring the target back to the Empire safely, regardless of the cost.

As for the Dalowa system, it wasn't even considered by the three parties. They simply added a casual remark to the order: "If conditions permit, we will do our best to reclaim it."

However, this single sentence was treated as one of the orders that had to be carried out by the entire command circle in the Nakmonde Corridor.

Therefore, they launched a massive operation with the three supreme commanders acting together. After handing over their duties to the other defending forces, the Silent Sisters, the Imperial Guard, and Astartes arrived immediately with the main force.

For example, will the Nakmonde Corridor be invaded by Abaddon's fleet as a result?

That's not important to these three right now... After all, the Emperor, the Regent, and the Commander of the Imperial Guards have already given the highest orders.

That means no matter the cost!
“In that case, let’s just send them all in. Inspect these unknown warships, then have the Mechanicus tow them back to the rear.” Bastian Grix, seeing that the Imperial Guard had said so, was too lazy to think of any other ways to handle the situation.

After all, judging from the words of this Imperial Guard, he wanted to personally take the lead. Although this was dangerous, given the Imperial Guard's combat prowess and their tactical coordination with the Sister of Silence...

Bastian Grix was quite happy to agree with Atal Tavar's idea.

Cassandra Varos had no objection to this, as the Silent Sisters and the Guards were essentially one entity.

If forced to choose between the Astartes and the Guards, they would undoubtedly choose the Guards. Therefore, in many meetings, aside from rebutting some tactical theories they considered flawed, they generally agreed with whatever the Guards said.

The collaboration between the two parties has not been a matter of one or two years, but rather a partnership that has continued since the Great Rebellion.

The three quickly reached an agreement, and the order was swiftly issued.

Immediately following them was a team of over 60 Astartes, three Imperial Guards, and over 20 Silent Sisters who flew directly toward the target ship.

Furthermore, countless "cannon fodder" vehicles, temporarily modified from machine servants by mortals and members of the Cult of Mechanics, provided cover for the advance of this force.

In an instant, they swarmed out of the warship like locusts, rushing towards the iron coffin opposite them.

At the same time, all the warships' macro cannons and light spear array systems are activated. If any abnormality occurs, a single round of firepower can destroy these warships in the void within five seconds.

Meanwhile, on the vehicle platform inside the iron coffin, Tiberius looked at the Stormbird gunboats that had already begun warming up and starting up, a hint of relief on his face.

Behind him, the Astartes, the man-eating sharks, had somehow dismantled some armor plates on their way here, and assembled the parts into a steel stretcher, on which they placed Iron Shine.

Now they're a real stretcher team!

If Guilliman and his undefeated team could see this, they would surely have mixed feelings. Perhaps their two families would even find common ground then!
Tiberos, who "knows" history deeply through his conversation with Tie Hui, watched this scene with a complex expression. Having spent so much time with Tie Hui, he had unconsciously picked up some of his own relaxed mindset.

The group quickly carried Tie Hui inside first, followed by a whole host of important weapons, ammunition, and supplies.

Meanwhile, the other Stormbirds were also crammed with supplies. Having spent so long in the Alliance and possessing their own impoverished nature, they quickly moved all the weapons, ammunition, and supplies they found onto the Stormbirds before the Stormbirds even began repairs.

They also had their reasons for doing this. If only one ship flew out, the enemy would obviously realize that the real target was on that Stormbird. If several ships flew out together, it could completely confuse the enemy's vision. It could also shield Ironflix's Stormbird gunship from unavoidable attacks if necessary.

With only one empty Stormbird remaining, the crew quickly filled it up and closed the hatch, waiting for the pilot to start it.

This means that those warships outside are most likely a fleet sent by an enemy nation. However, the information and keel number of the ship they are on are not recorded in the Empire's ship system.

Considering all these factors, it's best to find a way out on your own, just in case.

Just as several Stormbirds had slowly left the armored plates, preparing to turn around and fly towards the exit with its hatches already open.

However, all the Stormbirds' sensor command screens lit up with a large number of points of light approaching this location.

"Unknown target detected, rapidly approaching us. The number is enormous and still increasing!" the pilot of the leading Stormbird quickly reported to Tiberius behind him.

"Damn!" Tiberos uttered Iron Glow's usual catchphrase, then began issuing orders. Judging from the situation, these people who came were probably from the Empire.

However, the specifics are still unknown, so we can only deal with it as the worst-case scenario would occur.

They quickly moved the Stormbird carrying Ironbeam to the center, then moved it to the side of the exit. At the same time, the Astartes opened their hatches, and some of them disembarked and stood on the deck, carrying replenished ammunition and weapons to various firing positions to watch the exit.

If the other side harbors any ill intentions, a battle will break out at any moment, and they will use their lives to cover the Stormbirds' rapid departure from port.

As for traveling to other worlds... the key figures are already in a coma, how can they possibly travel to other worlds?
Everything, including the traps, was quickly set up, though the rudimentary defensive lines were no match for the sheer number of enemies attacking.

But at least it can cover Tie Hui's escape. As for staying on the warship?

Then don't be silly...

If the people coming from the other side are truly hostile, and you really anger them, a few shots will turn this iron coffin into piles of space debris.

It's better to go out and try your luck!

After all, what if the other side's ships are actually normal ships? Wouldn't it be wonderful if they just boarded one and ran away?

At this moment, Atal Tevar, Cassandra Varos, Bastian Grix, and the others who were rushing here were also filled with a slight sense of tension.

Nobody knows what's inside that iron coffin.

If the decree personally issued by the Emperor is not fulfilled by the deadline, then one would truly have to commit suicide to atone for the sin!
Atal Tavar watched the carrier-based aircraft approaching and exiting the platform gates, a resolute thought flashing through his mind. He spoke into the communication channel, "I'll lead the charge!"

Before he could finish speaking, Cassandra Varos's holographic communication message arrived. Her rapid sign language indicated her disagreement with Atal Tavar's extremely risky move.

Looking at the open gates of the carrier's aircraft platform, what if there were traps laid by the Chaotic Enemy inside? Even the Imperial Guard might perish in the Northwest in an instant!
After all, some of these powerful weapons are so formidable that even the Imperial Guards have to give them a wide berth!
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(End of this chapter)