Gundam, Gravity Elegy

It's understandable that those in power still need to argue about the 'Battle of Rouen,' and at the same time, an investigation needs to be launched into something they reported.

But the awkward thing is that Gao Ren actually had nowhere to go.

As an unlucky guy who was sent into space along with his family and relatives by a satellite that Zeon dropped, he didn't have a proper place to live.

After waking up, I stayed in the hospital for a while, and then I was quickly sent to the Gabro Military Academy. After leaving the academy, I didn't have time to deal with accommodation and other issues before I hurriedly set off with the team.

After the battle, with nowhere to go, he had no choice but to live with his 'guardian', Miss Sherry, in a legitimate way.

At the very least, this must be a very frustrating situation—at least that's what Gao Ren thinks.

After all, Shirley's lifestyle habits weren't very good. Although she was of Russian descent and seemed mischievous and sensitive, living together for a long time revealed all sorts of problems and troubles.

Fortunately, this situation shouldn't last too long:

"Don't wipe your sweat on me..."

'ding dong'

'ding dong'

Just as Gao Ren forcibly pushed the two thighs clad in compression stockings aside, the doorbell rang from the first floor.

The 'family members,' who had been playfully bickering, exchanged glances before simultaneously focusing their attention on a document on the coffee table. It prominently displayed the name of an organization:

EFMP (Earth Federation Military Police)

Earth Federation Military Police.

As a military organization, it is theoretically neither under the Earth Defense Department nor under the Space Department. Although it is under the jurisdiction of Gabro’s General Staff, its purpose is not to fight wars, but to enforce the law and conduct investigations.

"What do you mean? They've finally arrived."

Chapter 78: Basque Country

military police.

Although for various reasons, this organization has never had a good reputation, whether in the works of others or in the real federal army, Gao Ren had no fear at this moment.

One aspect is that they have nothing to fear from a clear conscience, since they are not 'defendants' or 'suspects'.

On the other hand, the military police's visit to investigate and collect evidence was actually quite polite.

First, they sent an investigation order to prove their legitimacy; second, they scheduled a time to visit; and now they're actually ringing the doorbell!

"They didn't kick the door open; that shows really good sportsmanship."

"So what are you standing there sighing about? Go open the door."

"how about you?"

"Me? Of course I'm going to take a shower."

As soon as she finished speaking, the woman displayed the basic qualities of a former gymnast.

Using both hands and feet, without ever touching the ground, she leaped over the sofa and other tables and chairs, darting straight back to the bathroom in the gym.

"Oh, so you know you smell bad, right?"

The moment Gao Ren uttered his complaint, the sound of water could be heard from inside.

Hearing the unknown Eastern European tune coming from inside, Gao Ren had no choice but to get up and walk down from the lounge to the living room on the first floor, and then to the corner entrance.

The visitor's face was already displayed on the communication screen there, a bald man who even seemed to shine in the cold light of the underground space of Gabro.

This guy really didn't have a single hair on his head, and he was wearing sunglasses. The two guys behind him, who were also wearing sunglasses and MP military caps, created a secret police atmosphere that completely overturned the stereotype.

Honestly, after just one glance, Gao Ren didn't really want to open the door.

But in reality, he had no choice...

"Excuse me, are Second Lieutenant Gao Ren and Lieutenant Shirley Page home?"

Seemingly because they hadn't received a response for a few minutes, the bald man at the door started asking questions.

"Hello."

After a little mental preparation, Gao Ren opened the door:

"I was upstairs before, so I was a little slower... Major?"

After glancing at the rank insignia on the other person's uniform, Gao Ren shrugged.

He didn't sense any malice from the other person; on the contrary, the eyes behind the sunglasses held a somewhat probing gaze.

"So, would you like to come in and have a seat?"

"Then please forgive my rudeness."

He didn't stand on ceremony and walked in. His tall, well-trained body immediately filled the entrance hall, making it impossible for Gao Ren to see the two guys standing outside.

"Don't they need to come in?"

No, it's not necessary.

Just like a robot, meticulous and precise, the bald man slowly walked into the living room:

"First, please allow me to introduce myself. I am Basque Om, appointed by the General Staff to investigate 'that matter' you reported."

"About espionage?"

“That’s right. According to your captain, Captain Kuvatro Bagina, you were ordered by General Rebil to operate behind enemy lines during the Battle of Rouen. As a result, you discovered that someone within our Federation was passing intelligence to those Zeon people. I’m here to investigate that information.”

After taking out a legitimate investigation warrant from his pocket, he then pulled out something that was clearly a camera:

"Our conversation from now on will be recorded. Can you accept that?"

"of course."

"Then, for the sake of efficiency, I will ask the questions, and you will answer them."

"it is good."

Gao Ren plopped down on the living room sofa, watching as Basque sat on the other side.

As the camera's indicator light turned from red to green, the Basque major's question followed:

"First, tell me your age."

"...14 years old?"

Gao Ren glanced at the dark T-shirt he was wearing and couldn't help but scratch the back of his head.

To be honest, he had a strange feeling about it, but considering that this might be a necessary procedure, he ultimately didn't express any opinion.

"name."

"Gao Ren."

"Affiliation and position".

"The Joint Armed Experimental Unit is responsible for the practical testing of Gundam's performance and the V Project."

"According to intelligence reports, you were supposed to be operating in the Salz region in conjunction with the 44th Battalion stationed there, constructing a rear-line defense while testing new mobile suits. Since you are not under the jurisdiction of the European Front, you shouldn't have participated in the Rouen campaign, right?"

Upon hearing this, Gao Ren's eyes suddenly widened.

Although his body tensed up instinctively, he still nodded after forcing himself to relax.

"Logically speaking, that's correct."

"But on April 28th, you received direct orders from General Rebil to operate alongside several enemy-occupied units, including the 44th Mixed Battalion, to cut off enemy supply lines, right?"

"……Yes."

"Then, in the process, you defeated several Zeon sweeping forces and learned that someone was providing Zeon with intelligence about the Federation's strategic plans."

"Yes."

Now everything is very clear.

"You reported this to General Rebil, and therefore the general ordered you to immediately join the battle and use the mobile suits that are currently being tested to turn the tide of the war, is that right?"

He didn't need to say a word or make any plans; the entire process had already been outlined above.

Regardless of whether it's true or not, this is the only answer that's on the table.

This is the answer Gao Ren and his team need, and it is also the complete answer that the Federation needs now.

"Yes, we have always been following orders from our superiors."

…………

July 10, UC.0079

A secret purge has begun within the European Army of the Earth Federation.

No one knew what had happened. Even if they occasionally "coincidentally" encountered them, they could only see the federal military police entering and leaving various departments from afar, from the front lines to the rear, from Europe to Africa without exception.

Lieutenant Colonel Judak, the head of the European supply forces, was allowed to transfer to the reserves and return home to recuperate after his old injuries recurred due to his long-term activity on the front lines.

Colonel Noctor Gadish, the former commander of the 6th Armored Division, was demoted two ranks and transferred to the rear to be in charge of supply work due to command failures and serious strategic errors under his command.

Lieutenant General Bruce, the former Commander-in-Chief of the European Army, was too old to shoulder heavy responsibilities, so he was allowed to join the Federation Army Staff Council as a member, and his original duties were handed over to Lieutenant General Nishiba Tachibana, the former staff officer of the General Staff.

"So, that's all?"

Looking at the public notice bearing the seal of the General Staff Department, Gao Ren couldn't help but ask.

"Leaving aside Judak, what about Noket? The so-called 6th Armored Division was just a unit that was drawing salaries without working. Can we just cover it up with a 'strategic mistake'?"

"Otherwise, do you want the Federation to publicly admit that there are problems with its military?"

Shirley couldn't help but purse her lips:

"That's impossible. Even if everyone knows something, if the authorities publicly admit it, it's like tearing off their fig leaf... Oh, there's new news today."

"what?"

Just as Shirley handed him her tablet, Gao Ren only saw a photo that was definitely not good-looking:

"Lieutenant Colonel Judak...is he dead?"

July 11, UC.0079

Reservist Judak was shot and killed in his hometown of Side 6-Barde Bay. The attacker was arrested on the spot and is suspected of suffering from mental illness.

"Oh right, that's the end of it."

After casually closing the news, Shirley yawned.

"And then, your troubles might begin."

"huh?"

'Ring ring ring ring'

The cell phone—a communication device still usable in Gabro—rang, and then a pleasant voice echoed from it:

"Excuse me, is this Lieutenant Gao Ren? We're from the 'Defense Perspective' program..."

"pat"

He instinctively hung up, but the phone rang incessantly again.

This was like a signal, and suddenly his communication tools, which should have been considered private, were bombarded with all sorts of text messages.

Amidst the continuous sounds, Gao Ren felt as if he were being targeted by a pack of bloodthirsty jackals.

Only one thought echoed in my buzzing brain:

"problem occurs."

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According to the established setting, the Basques' eyes were not injured at this time, but in Gay Ambition, they seem to already be wearing red glasses to correct their vision.

Chapter 79: The High Ground of Public Opinion

Ultimately, a conspiracy that should have caused turmoil came to an end in a bizarre way.

For Gao Ren, it was simply a matter of halting the advance, followed by an order that gave everyone in the Fourth Squad a long vacation where they couldn't go far.