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TalOS pondered to himself as he stared at the system, +We have four more months. If we last that long than we will be able to field the Blackstone Fortress against the Xenos.+
+Then we will be holding our ground?+
TalOS gave a nod before pointing at a place in space, +At this point here the Xenos marked as a likely place for their own expansion. The reason is that it is the fastest route by far to get into this region with their method of travel. If we hold it, we will have our four months.+
UZ1 gave a solemn nod as she looked upon it, +We will not be able to produce a Space Station there in time, but we can garrison the asteroid belt in a few days. The fortress will not be of the grandest but it is possible to drill out one of the larger rocks before the Xenos arrive.+
TalOS gave a nod to the assessment as he looked upon it, +A sound scheme.+
+Is there anything else you think we can do?+
TalOS gave a nod to that, +And we should see what can possibly be done on one of the system’s moons. If its gravity is low enough I would like to consider building a fortress there that could easily strike out against the Xenos and builds void ships from.+
UZ1 nodded for a moment as the plan was slowly coming together, +Then our defence is ready.+
+Indeed it will be.+ TalOS answered as he patted his apprentice on the back, +How are you feeling about this?+
UZ1 grew a faint smile while turning to him, +I cannot say, the chances of success and failure are too close. It will take our will to make sure that the coming battle is on our terms. Still after examining the region we will have the advantage in terrain and can easily use the rocks as cover.+
+And yourself?+
+I’m…+ UZ1 was silent for a moment as she went through her emotions for a moment, +It is both an honor and a terror to be here. I can see why some choose to remove their emotions.+
+That is how war is.+ TalOS admitted as he let her go, +I trust you though. This war will be the crucible for our future.+
TalOS looked over to see a slight blush and a calmed smile, +It will be.+
