Admiral Voss clenched her jaw, her gaze shifting from the crowd outside to the unwavering determination in Salamander's eyes.
The other council members, too, were grappling with the undeniable reality that the public sentiment had swayed dramatically against them.
The head of the planetary council, the stern-faced politician, sighed heavily. "It seems we have no choice. The will of the people cannot be ignored. We will comply with the Imperium's demands and provide the necessary resources for the war effort."
Salamander nodded in acknowledgment. "Wise decision. The Imperium thanks you for your cooperation. Lives depend on the unity of our worlds."