The Goal of an Ace Commander

Ves stared curiously at Casella's physical projection.

He badly wanted to know the answer. Her decision would have far-reaching consequences for the Minerva Mark II, her future combat performance and the development of their clan.

No other expert pilot or ace pilot could exert this much influence over the Larkinson Clan than the Saint Commander!

Ves already voiced his own preference. He believed that the Minerva Mark II would definitely become successful regardless of whether she made use of ST-668 Archon or Dragon Scales.

However, if Ves made a consideration based on his own safety and the safety of his family, then he had a slight preference for Dragon Scales.

Starships were powerful, but they were also large and obvious targets.

Against powerful enough enemies such as phase lords, most vessels lacked the capability to survive a direct confrontation.