Alisa and Oaks were complete newcomers, unaware of how many rumors circulated. Albright, who previously worked under Woolf, had not heard Woolf mention much about his past either, and Asemu only learned a little from his earlier inquiries.
"Hmm? He didn't tell you guys? That's not like him," Graham said with a strange expression.
"Hehe, if it were a glorious history, he wouldn't be able to hold it in. He doesn't think about what he was like when he was with us," Yang Hui teased with a laugh.
"Yeah..." Graham turned around and understood, breaking into a smile.
Becoming a member of the Celestial Being squad and having one's own title was an honor for all MS pilots, but there were a few exceptions, like Woolf.
Back in the day, Yang Hui and Graham thought Woolf was too weak and often forced him to undergo grueling training. Those days were hardly bearable, and every time Woolf got a new unit, he would love to show off, only to be taught a lesson.
That experience was a nightmare Woolf preferred not to mention.
"Major General, Brigadier General, I heard that Captain Woolf was once a member of the Celestial Being squad. Is that true?" Alisa asked.
"Yes, Woolf was one of the first members of the Celestial Being squad. He is one of the veterans, once known as the Mad Wolf Angel," Graham replied.
"Wow? That's so cool! But is his title White Wolf?" Alisa inquired.
"White Wolf was his earliest title. Later, after completing more missions with us and achieving greater feats, and since our titles are all named after angels, it was changed," Yang Hui explained.
"I see, but why haven't I heard of this before?"
"I haven't either."
"I haven't heard Captain mention it either."
"Well... it's a bit complicated. You don't need to worry about it. Just listen to his commands; he is a professional when it comes to training newcomers," Yang Hui didn't elaborate, as this involved military secrets. If it weren't for the prominent reputations of Yang Hui, Graham, and Yurin, they wouldn't have been able to suppress it; perhaps even they would have gone unnoticed.
"Oh, got it."
"Let's talk later; we need to head back to Baize. Please guide us in the upcoming missions."
"Yes! Please guide us!"
After Yang Hui and the others left, Alisa and Oaks were still buzzing with excitement. They were just newcomers and already had the chance to carry out missions with legends from the military—how many people would envy them!
"Major General Yang Hui is so easygoing! I thought he would be a serious and scary person," Max said.
"Yeah, both the Major General and Brigadier General are so handsome! But I like Colonel Yurin more; she is a role model for us female soldiers!" Alisa exclaimed.
"I've heard that Colonel Yurin is unmatched in the Federal Army, and it seems to be true. But I'm curious, why would such a gentle person choose to join the military, especially in the most dangerous MS units?" Albright wondered.
"Well, I heard from Aunt Yurin that she became an MS pilot for Uncle Yang Hui," Asemu said.
"Really? Is that so?"
"Yeah, Aunt Yurin was apparently kidnapped by VEGAN when she was young and forced onto the battlefield. Uncle Yang Hui rescued her, and then she started learning to pilot MS," Asemu recalled.
"Wow! How romantic!"
"A super ace couple!"
"Darn! From today on, the Major General and the Colonel are my goals!"
"Is... is that so?" Asemu looked at the enthusiastic trio, his mouth twitching. Perhaps it was because he had known Yang Hui and Yurin since childhood and was close to them, so he didn't feel as strongly.
However, whether it was Yang Hui, Graham, or Yurin, their performances on the battlefield had indeed shocked him. Yang Hui's multi-shot attacks, Graham's combat assaults, and Yurin's ultra-long-range precision sniping all made him feel the insurmountable gap.
During the Tordia defense battle, Asemu had indeed performed commendably with the Gundam AGE-2, but if it weren't for the timely arrival of the Celestial Being squad, he would have had no ability to turn the tide of battle, and it was likely that the entire Diva crew would have been wiped out.
"I'm still too weak..." Asemu instinctively clenched his fists.
He would never flaunt his elders' names to show off, nor would he think of himself as superior. He wanted to earn the recognition of his elders through his own efforts, but now... he couldn't see how far he was from his goals, as if an infinite gap made him feel anxious and frustrated.
"Asemu, what's wrong?"
"Eh? Nothing... nothing at all."
"Are you tired from the battle? You and Captain Woolf held on until the end. Do you want to take a break?" Albright asked with concern.
"No need, I'll go check on the Gundam's maintenance."
"Then let's go together. It's embarrassing to lose combat capability so soon after our first battle."
"That makes me the same."
"Come on, let's go take a look."
...
Yang Hui and the others returned to Baize.
"Captain, you're back."
"Hehe, after a long journey, we supported our allies and wiped out the VEGAN fleet. Another great achievement!"
"Now there's another bonus to be had, yay~!"
"What are you so proud of? This isn't just the Captain's credit; by the time we arrived, the battle was already over."
"Hehe, but we still got to enjoy the spoils."
The Celestial Being squad had so many achievements that the higher-ups of the Federal Army didn't know how to handle them. If they were to promote everyone based on their merits, all members would be generals, but how could that be possible? First, most of the crew lacked the qualifications, and second, it was impossible for so many generals to exist in the same unit; it would imply that other units were just slacking off.
After much debate, Yang Hui directly stated that bonuses should be distributed based on merit, and ranks were secondary. So every time they achieved great feats, everyone would cheer, as their reputations were already at their peak; what remained was wealth. Even though everyone in the Celestial Being squad had accumulated a certain amount of wealth, and could live a wealthy life even if they retired, who would complain about having too much money?
"Alright, you brats, how many times has it been? Can you calm down a bit?"
"Captain, you come from a prominent family; we don't! I still have to earn milk money for my kids!"
"I just got married and bought a house; I still have a mortgage to pay!"
"Exactly!"
"Shut up! You! The money you've saved is enough for your wife to have a football team, and she could drink milk from birth to the grave! And you! Don't think I don't know that you guys all have a manor under your names! What are you crying about being poor for!?"
"Hahaha, who would complain about having too much money?"
"Exactly!"
"Tch! Don't be so vulgar! We are the ace unit of the Federal Army, and we fight to defeat enemies and protect the people!"
"Ugh~!"
Faced with the tide of jeers, Yang Hui still maintained a serious demeanor.
"Alright, everyone shut up and listen to the Captain's work arrangements," Angola Zuo scolded with a smile.
That's how the Celestial Being squad was; every person was a seasoned veteran in battle, taking their work seriously, but privately, they didn't elevate Yang Hui and the others out of respect. Instead, they joked with each other like brothers, which was one of the reasons why everyone in the Celestial Being squad was reluctant to accept military orders to leave.
"Our ship will escort confidential supplies to Olivanos on Earth alongside Diva. We will depart once the reinforcements from the Big Ring base arrive. Logistics, speed up the supply efficiency. CIC, monitor the radar system. Although the incoming enemies have been eliminated, no one knows if they will attack again, so we must remain vigilant. Maintenance chief, the upkeep of the units is up to you; ensure that the three Gundams are always in perfect condition. Angola, ensure smooth communication with Diva. If there are any issues, call me."
"Yes!" XN
After assigning their respective tasks, Yang Hui and the others returned to their rooms to rest. It seemed that the three of them had easily wiped out two fleets, but only they knew how exhausted they truly were.
"Ha~ I should have known not to become a hero; I'm exhausted."
Once in the room, Yang Hui lay down on the bed without even taking off his clothes, and Yurin directly lay in Yang Hui's arms, closing her eyes for a short rest, exhaustion evident on her face.
They were the face of the Federal Army and its backbone; their state represented the morale of the Federal Army. In front of outsiders, they had to maintain a good appearance to keep morale high.
"Hehe, you won't; you are destined to be a hero," Yurin said softly with her eyes closed.
"Sigh, I'm just a laborer..."
"It will get better."
"Mm..."
As they spoke, their breathing steadied, and they fell asleep in each other's embrace, unaware of when they would face battle again. They had to seize every opportunity to rest.
...
Not long after, the reinforcements from the Big Ring base arrived.
"Captain Angola, Captain Mireille, please have your troops wait."
"No problem; protecting civilians is the duty of soldiers."
"May I ask what your ship's plans are next..."
"Our ship will carry out transport missions to Earth alongside Diva. Once you arrive, we will set off."
"Understood. May I ask if the Major General and the others are well?"
"They are well, just very tired and currently resting. If it's not urgent, please tell me, and I will inform the Captain when he wakes up," Angola Zuo replied.
Did Yang Hui and the others really perform well? Of course, Asemu and the others didn't notice anything unusual, but those familiar with Yang Hui could see the fatigue hidden deep in their eyes. In fact, the banter among the crew on the bridge was another way to help Yang Hui and the others relieve their stress.
Whether it was the Celestial Being members or Mireille and Woolf, they all understood the reasons behind it and would only respect them without pointing it out. They only wished they could help share the burden.
"I understand. Please convey our gratitude to the Major General and the others."
The Commander of the reinforcements had already reviewed the battle report, noting how they had fallen into a trap and turned the tables on the ambushed VEGAN fleet. Without even having time to rest, they received the support request from Tordia, and after a long journey, they wiped out another VEGAN fleet. In his view, it was all thanks to Yang Hui and the others; if it had been anyone else, they would have likely collapsed from exhaustion long ago.
"Alright."
The Commander of the reinforcements saluted the two, and after Angola Zuo and Mireille returned the gesture, they immediately set sail back to their respective ships.
As they departed, the Commander of the reinforcements solemnly saluted the two ships leaving, not just him, but also his adjutant, the bridge personnel, and even the entire fleet raised their right hands to their temples, standing straight until Baize and Diva were completely out of sight.
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