"It was the addition of this 'Dark Thorn Battle Group' that caused the pressure on the Iron Wall Battle Group's defensive line to surge." Desari looked at everyone. "What Leonard needs is high-end combat power capable of confronting the Dark Thorn's Tier Four cadres head-on, not more ordinary Soldiers."
He paused, then added, "And the Ninth Battle Battalion, as it happens, has just that."
Another silence fell.
Legion Commander Jais didn't state his position, merely watching Desari silently with eyes that had seen too many hardships.
"State your full proposal," he said.
