Slipping Through

The last group to show up were the officials of the airship—the captain and a few other high-ranking officers.

Their uniforms looked brand-new , with patches that showed off their ranks, and they moved to the front where all the cameras were waiting.

They made sure to dress well for this occasion, because they planned to create a documentary showcasing their first successful mission.

They would broadcast it across the continent to boost everyone's morale.

It might sound boastful, but this was actually a strategy devised by the higher-ups, who recognized the importance of giving the population hope.

In a time of uncertainty, a well-crafted narrative of victory could reignite faith in humanity's resilience and strength.

Of course, this could also backfire. If, for some reason, they failed, the repercussions would be dire. 

But looking at the Behemoth's capabilities, it was hard to fathom a scenario where they would lose.