Yu Tong, ever direct in her approach, wasted no time. She met Emperor Jiang Wu's gaze and stated firmly, "The reason for our visit is the emergence of another fleet within the proximity of the Sol System about a day ago. I am certain you have already detected them, as they are currently orbiting the Moon."
For a brief moment, Emperor Jiang Wu's composed expression faltered—his brows creased ever so slightly—but he quickly masked it, his face returning to its usual calm neutrality. He leaned back slightly, his sharp eyes studying Yu Tong.
"But they are from the same power as you, correct? Reinforcements, perhaps?" His tone was measured, almost casual.
Yet, even as he spoke those words, doubt crept into his mind. Until now, he had assumed the arriving fleet belonged to the same faction as Yu Tong's Star Fleet—a backup force sent in response to their presence. But now, her deliberate choice of words—"another fleet"—shifted his perspective.
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