Development Engineer’s Authority

 

Asia opened a parallel communication channel, addressing the pilots advancing into the sealed sectors.

To compress data volume, only voice was transmitted. Of course, she was always linked to Unit 5 and Tensu. And now, thanks to the L451 Defense Dome Defense Force being officially brought under direct command, she could also connect to Unit 6.

This time, she withheld all information regarding the two at the South Pole. During an operation, one must never deliver news that could instill unease.

「Kou, can you hear me? The operation is proceeding smoothly. On the Pyrochlore Continent, Unit 6 is heading toward the sealed sector.」

「Fran is?」

Kou could not hide his shock at the sudden revelation.

「I’ve spoken with her directly before, and she holds a Development Engineer qualification. She took advantage of a gap in the defense grid; only Unit 6 has been able to slip inside alone.」

「That’s reckless!」

He raised his voice without thinking. A