
I think we just stumbled on a patrol.”Īdmiral Clark slowly nodded as he processed the information. Even if Musashi’s strength was on par with other Sakura battleships, she and Haguro alone could’ve made short work of them if they both had their rigging equipped. “If they knew it was me, I think they would’ve sent more than just one mass-produced carrier group. “Maybe you should try a little diplomacy while you’re out there, see if we can extend this truce a little while longer.” We may have the numbers, but the Sakura Empire has some heavy hitters they’ve been holding back. I could see him doing the math and coming to the same conclusion I did. “I haven’t seen her in action,” I shrugged, “But based on what I’ve seen from Musashi, I would say she’s likely in the same ballpark in terms of strength.” “That’s a disturbing thought,” Clark muttered as he slumped back into his chair. “I think New Jersey could give her a run for her money, but it’d be razor thin as to who would actually win.” “While I have no doubt she would annihilate almost any Eagle Union fleet she came across, she’d be so exhausted by the end of it she’d have to withdraw.” “It wore her out pretty bad,” I answered honestly. “If they’ve had this kind of firepower this entire time, how come they’ve never used it before now?” “I’m sure it was,” he said slowly before asking the same question I asked myself earlier. He raised an eyebrow and shot me a curious look. “It was a rather awe-inspiring sight if I’m being honest.” It was a look I no doubt had when I first saw Musashi’s display of power. I struggled to keep the grin off my face as I saw the shock on Admiral Clark’s.
