Chapter 78: A Rift in the Rebellion
The Ark hovered in the quiet expanse of space above the hidden Rebel base on Varna-5. Below, the base buzzed with activity as the factions of the rebellion gathered for a critical meeting. Tensions had been rising for weeks, and with the Empire gaining ground, the unity that had once held the rebellion together was beginning to unravel.
Ethan, standing at the center of the war room, could feel the weight of the moment. The leaders of the Lyrans, Shergogoans, Aelarians, and other Rebel factions were all present, their faces etched with frustration and determination. The Lyrans, known for their aggressive, head-on combat style, were calling for a large-scale offensive against the Empire's primary systems. The Shergogoans, skilled in guerrilla warfare, advocated for stealthy strikes to slowly chip away at the Empire's forces. Meanwhile, the Aelarians were focused solely on defense, wanting to protect their home systems and wait for the right moment to retaliate.