Lord of the Sky City-Chapter 753 - 716: Double-pronged Approach

Chapter 753: Chapter 716: Double-pronged Approach

When the upgrade was halfway through, Rocky had returned to Sky City once and had met Howling Sky, who had traveled specially from Sirius City. Through Howling Sky, Rocky learned a piece of news that the third counteroffensive war would officially start in a year. To ensure the smooth conduct of this great war, The Three Great Alliances planned to gather all forces in the sky in six months to discuss how to initiate this war and had invited Rocky to join. Howling Sky had approached him precisely for this matter.

This news should have been good for most people, as it not only represented a status of identity but also indicated that one’s strength had been recognized by The Three Great Alliances; otherwise, they would have no qualification to participate in such a major event. However, Rocky did not think so.

Upon learning this, his first reaction was that this event was more of a misfortune than a fortune, especially when he told Athena about it. Surprisingly, Athena did not immediately react positively but asked to consider it for a few days before discussing it further with Rocky.

Now, since Rocky and Howling Sky had met, another half month had passed. Thus, when Thunderhawk City was reascending, and Rocky had just returned to the city the next day, Athena came to see him.

Apparently, after half a month, Athena had made up her mind.

“My Lord, we still have half a year.”

Unlike others, who approached Rocky in a subordinate role—even Liliya did so in formal situations—Athena was different. Although she appeared to be Rocky’s Staff Officer, in reality, this kind of staff officer was not genuinely in a superior-subordinate relationship, at least Athena never thought so. Each time she met Rocky, it was more like meeting a friend, at most addressing him as “My Lord” without exchanging pleasantries or providing updates, always getting straight to the point.

Already accustomed to Athena’s personality, Rocky wasn’t usually bothered by her demeanor, yet this time he was taken aback. He did not understand what Athena meant.

What half year?

“My Lord, the Alliance inviting you to attend the meeting in six months clearly indicates they plan to make a move against you after that half year.”

“Oh?”

Hearing this, Rocky furrowed his brows, and his expression grew stern.

Just before meeting Howling Sky, Rocky had just finished discussing the current situation with Athena. The conclusion they had reached was that the Alliance, having acquired the Mana Rune, had found themselves in a very awkward position. This conclusion was quite favorable for Rocky because it would compel the Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute to divert much of their attention to the Alliance, thereby reducing the focus on Rocky.

This scenario allowed Rocky ample time to prepare, which he was indeed doing. Otherwise, he would not have thought about upgrading Thunderhawk City, nor would he have directed Orton to implement an armament plan there. All this was to strengthen his own power.

But Athena’s recent words had indeed made Rocky frown; he had not expected that his adversaries would move against him so soon.

The Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute would certainly take the last opportunity to act against him before the war. Athena had mentioned this before. However, Rocky hadn’t anticipated it to happen so soon. Six months might seem long for an individual, but for a city, especially a rapidly developing one like Thunderhawk City, it was far too soon.

So, after frowning in thought for a moment, Rocky turned to look at Athena. Although he did not ask anything, it was clear he wanted her to explain exactly what was going on.

Athena did not keep him in suspense but explained directly,

“My Lord, as I’ve already mentioned, before the great war begins, both the Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute will inevitably act against us. Since the Three Great Alliances have decided to begin the war in a year, our bottom line in terms of time is one year.”

“But just think about it, and you will know that it’s definitely not possible for them to make a move on us before the war starts. After all, compared to us, the third counterattack war is more important. Moreover, there isn’t enough time. If I’m not mistaken, the Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute clearly plan to obtain Rune Technology before the war begins in order to gain an advantage during the conflict,” said Athena.

“With this in mind, when you look at the Alliance’s invitation this time, it’s not hard to guess their intentions. Obviously, they plan to take this opportunity to make a move either on you or on Thunderhawk City.”

“Hmm…”

After Athena finished speaking, she furrowed her brows and thought for a moment. Soon, she understood everything, precisely as she had said. The Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute intended to make their move against her in half a year because that would be the best opportunity.

Thinking of this, he sighed, “It looks like the Sky Alliance, after all, has not decided to stand with me.”

Rocky said this with a sense of helplessness. He had thought that, after the events of the last time, the Alliance would at least remain neutral even if they didn’t side with him. But now, it seemed that wasn’t the case. It appeared that the Sky Alliance had taken the opposing side, otherwise, they wouldn’t have invited him knowing full well that the Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute were planning to move against him. This was not an invitation; it was a trap.

“My Lord, our hearts are not with the Sky Alliance either.”

Smiling slightly at Rocky, Athena did not seem surprised by the Sky Alliance’s fickleness. As she had said, Rocky was not in agreement with the Alliance either, and even though their relationship had been somewhat eased by the last transaction, it remained strained. Thus, Athena saw the Alliance’s actions as typical.

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“Athena, what do you think their plans are for dealing with us this time? Are they planning to move against me, or, as last time, against Thunderhawk City?” asked Rocky.

Based on what Athena had said earlier, Rocky had basically confirmed that the enemies planned to take this gathering as an opportunity and a pretext to move against him. But as he asked, was the opposition planning to target him personally, or, as before, to send troops to threaten Thunderhawk City?

“Both barrels,” replied Athena.

Just as the question was finished, Athena directly provided the answer. In her view, this time the Kafka Empire and the Magic Energy Research Institute did not plan to target Rocky or Thunderhawk City alone; they intended to strike at both simultaneously!

Upon hearing her response, Rocky was stunned, then, without needing Athena to explain further, he let out a bitter smile.

Indeed, this time the opposition would be striking with both barrels.

This was because Athena had already analyzed it. According to her analysis, this would be the Kafka Empire and Magic Energy Research Institute’s last chance, an opportunity they could not afford to miss. They had to obtain the Mana Rune, thus, they wouldn’t hold back and would use all means available.

“So… what do you think we should do?”

After smiling bitterly, Rocky turned his head to look at Athena, continuing to ask.

And to this question, Athena quickly provided an answer as well.

“Both barrels.”