I formulated the withdrawal plan in anticipation of a first and second echelon. But even the first echelon is a massive force. The idea of the
second echelon sweeping in while the first already holds the eastern army in place is terrifying. Hence the reason for withdrawing, just barely stopping the enemy once they are stretched to their limit.
That is the calculation, at least. However…
"What if… What if the enemy has a third echelon?"
What if we withdraw and rebuild our defensive line only to be overrun by a third wave?
"What should we do if that happens?" "Unfortunately, I have no idea."
If I were an Arican during the Cold War, this would be where I would suggest nuclear weapons. Rolling out the nuclear nace for the sake of world peace.
But even the fear of mutually assured nuclear destruction is out of the current Empire's reach. The threat of human extinction at the hands of nukes is far beyond the horizon still. Whether that is a good thing or a bad thing, I honestly can't say. As a good and pure individual, should I rejoice that humanity's future still rests safe, or should I lant the lack of a WTO- style ultimate blow to stop the Federation Army?
"Perspective is a difficult thing." "Colonel?"
"It's nothing. For now, let's just do what we can." That's right. I laugh.
"We're going to save the Empire. It is still too early to despair. While we breathe, we hope!"
(Continued in The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Volu 14)
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