"So the meaning from above is to eliminate the reactionary forces on the exiled planet and replace them with people loyal to the Galactic Empire to govern?" Jiang Ye asked.
"Elimination is a must. First, the social state and population reproduction on the exiled planet seriously violate the Galactic Empire's constitution and humanitarianism. Second, Zhi Cun Lintaro is a fugitive. He was a member of a niche terrorist organization and once plotted to release poison gas bombs at a transportation hub on a prosperous planet. The Galactic Empire currently has a warrant for his arrest. Third, the exiled planet has begun to expand its military strength. If they are allowed to start a war, neighboring planets will suffer," Li Nannan said. "The several adjacent planets already have billions of people. If Zhi Cun Lintaro casually launches a few hydrogen bombs, millions will be killed or injured."
"Are we going to eliminate them?" Cen Yemeng asked.
"If you want to take over the exiled planet, you naturally have to use your husband's troops to accomplish this task and prove your loyalty to the Galactic Empire," Li Nannan said.
"Are there any requirements for the entire elimination process?" Jiang Ye asked. "For example, no civilian casualties, no ecological damage, and so on."
"Generally, rebellious planets like this will have similar requirements," Li Nannan said. "However, this time, the higher-ups have not specified a civilian casualty rate because the people on the exiled planet are all clones. These deformed products are not within the protection of existing regulations. If you wish, you can use carpet bombing to level the surface of the entire planet."
"However, the military has not directly blown up this planet," Li Nannan said. "One reason is that you can take over this planet with methods that cause fewer casualties. The higher-ups have never avoided killing, nor have they encouraged killing. Second, the geographical location of this planet is quite important. It is a midpoint for entering and exiting the Milky Way, like a toll station on an ancient highway, making it very valuable."
"Understood," Jiang Ye nodded. "We capture or kill Zhi Cun Lintaro and his cronies, incorporate the exiled planet into the Galactic Empire's territory, and educate this planet; then we will have completed the mission?"
"That's right," Li Nannan nodded. "The ancients said that a righteous cause is paramount, and I have told you the reasons."
"Are there any time requirements?" Cen Yemeng asked.
"The sooner the better. The minimum requirement is five years, meaning that the exiled planet will be reviewed within five years. If the transformation is not successful, the command will be changed, and you will lose the opportunity to obtain this planet," Li Nannan paused. "I think as long as you act decisively, five years should not be a problem. This planet is on the edge of the Milky Way, and there are many undeveloped planets outside the Milky Way. If you can take this planet, your future development will be limitless. If you can't, such a good opportunity may not come again anytime soon."
"Five years is ample time, absolutely no problem," Jiang Ye immediately stated. "If we use carpet bombing, we can clear it all out in a few months, but we will still try to be as humane as possible, avoid too many casualties, and resolve the issue peacefully to the greatest extent possible."
"Very good," Li Nannan nodded. "But I must remind you that although the exiled planet's technology is backward, it is not entirely without technology. Moreover, the armies of Jiang Ye Star and Bi Rong Star are still old-fashioned armies. You do not have a military technological gap with the exiled planet's forces."
"Are we just chicken fighting each other?" Jiang Ye said.
"You said that yourself," Li Nannan smiled.
The military had already obtained a lot of intelligence about the exiled planet, including major military facilities, satellite data, troop numbers, town populations, and even several operational plans devised by the war intelligence within the troops.
Li Nannan spent an hour imparting all this data to the Jiang Ye couple before leaving.
The room was once again just the couple.
Jiang Ye and Cen Yemeng sat by the table, looking at the exiled planet on the holographic projection, both lost in thought.
"Future Planet Governor Cen of the Exiled Planet," Jiang Ye said. "What are your plans for this bandit suppression?"
"I plan to ask my father for help," Cen Yemeng said. "He's an arms dealer and has seen a lot of such things, so he can provide me with experience."
"Commanding troops is a compulsory course for a planet governor, just like students must be able to solve problems," Jiang Ye said. "I can lend you troops, and you can try to command the battle and take down this planet. You will have the confidence to do so in the future. However, I have one request: if you don't know how to command, don't force it. My soldiers cannot die in vain."
"Then can I hire military expert Mr. Jiang Ye as my consultant?" Cen Yemeng blinked.
"What will you use to hire me?" Jiang Ye asked sarcastically. "As far as I know, Mr. Jiang Ye is not short of money."
"I think I definitely have something that will interest Mr. Jiang Ye," Cen Yemeng raised her chin, her eyes suddenly becoming charming. "You, you often stare at me, never blinking. I think with that kind of demeanor, it should be easy to handle me, right?"
Jiang Ye couldn't help but laugh. "You actually described me as so lewd."
Cen Yemeng suddenly became serious. "Do you have any spy-type talents in your army? I need some people to infiltrate the exiled planet and provide real-time intelligence."
"There are some... but it might be difficult to infiltrate," Jiang Ye said. "You just heard about the social design of the exiled planet. Large swathes of clones. A single spy mixed in would be easily discovered."
"Aren't they recruiting extraterrestrial exiles?" Cen Yemeng said. "Let's start from there."
"Besides sending a group of spies into the exiled planet, I also need a military base close to the exiled planet," Cen Yemeng said. "This space city would be good."
"Space city?" Jiang Ye frowned.
"I checked before I came. This space city was just completed a year ago, and only 80% of its usable area is occupied, with 20% being reserved areas," Cen Yemeng said. "If we rent or buy a portion of that 20%, convert it into a war command center, and set up some arms factories and park some military spacecraft, it would be cost-effective, time-saving, and safe. After all, this space city is the military's favored child. Many military units and high-ranking officials are stationed here, so there is no shortage of defense. We don't need to worry about an attack from the exiled planet."
Jiang Ye was somewhat surprised that Cen Yemeng had already started considering various matters, far ahead of him.
"So..." Cen Yemeng extended her hand. "I need money."
"Money is not a problem. My money is your money," Jiang Ye said. "Write me a report on how much money you need, and I will approve it for you."
"I still have to write a report?" Cen Yemeng frowned. "Is an oral report okay?"
"What kind of oral report?" Jiang Ye blinked.
"Any kind is fine," Cen Yemeng also blinked.
"It's better to use your little hands to write a report," Jiang Ye smiled. "Most of the money I can mobilize is public funds from Jiang Ye Star and Bi Rong Star. For public matters, it's better to be formal. This is not a child's play."