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Urban warfare initiated by the city wasn't always smooth sailing, for the lack of information made it difficult to accurately assess the enemy's combat strength; many outcomes could only be known after the battle had been fought.

There was nothing that could be done about the gap in strength, and the city's upper echelons would not be unaware of this.

But understanding was one thing; policymaking was another.

Not to mention that in this defeat, many high-ranking military officers had inescapable responsibilities.

Bai's instabilities only emerged when facing humans outside the city, as he might make choices against the city's interests for the greater human good. But facing the Bug Race, what problems could there be?

In such situations, Bai had never caused any problems, even when he had defied military orders, it later proved that Bai's choices were correct and brought significant merits.