As Luther and the women stood up and saluted, declaring the emergence of their new faction, Luther's speech came to an end. However, the full-frequency broadcast signal did not cease immediately.
Next, Tessa took the stage, clearly announcing Celestial Being's next course of action.
"I am Colonel Theresa Testarossa, fleet commander of Celestial Being.
As the primary culprits behind the collapse of Heliopolis, Celestial Being will pursue the Atlantic Federation's 'Archangel group' and ZAFT's 'Creuset Team' to bring them to justice for their crimes against humanity and war crimes.
We urge the relevant parties to surrender voluntarily and avoid futile resistance to prevent unnecessary sacrifices."
After issuing this ultimatum—which was unlikely to be accepted and served more as justification for subsequent military actions—the broadcast continued to loop Luther's 'Celestial Being Formation Speech' and the evidence videos. Additional combat footage of the Earth Alliance's G-Series and the Archangel was added, including scenes of Luther single-handedly taking on the 'Four Gundams + the Persistently Defeated Creuset.'
This not only ensured the video's impact but also served as part of Celestial Being's military demonstration.
After all, Creuset Team had long been renowned as ZAFT's elite force, yet a single Strike Gundam and the Archangel had rendered them helpless.
Even with four Gundams and Creuset's signature CGUE, they were still decisively defeated by Luther piloting the 'Time Observer' alone.
This fact undeniably proved that Celestial Being, despite its sudden emergence, was not to be underestimated. Conversely, it strengthened the influence of Luther's words and ideals.
As for the potential security threats posed by leaked intelligence, considering that only the Luther Fleet currently possessed M-Particle Technology, they could undoubtedly come and go freely until the technology spread or was countered through repeated engagements.
As Luther's 'Celestial Being Formation Speech' rapidly spread across the entire Earth Sphere, it sparked widespread discussion among the general public. The truths and information revealed in his speech also prompted immediate initial reactions from various parties.
—On the Home Ship—
The 'Professor' had already begun issuing orders before even finishing the speech.
"Juri, Luo Jun. Don't waste any time here. Change our course—we're heading to Orb!"
Just as Luther had said during their farewell, the 'Professor' had learned of Luther's 'identity' through the news and deeply understood the importance of his message about wanting to meet the 'Mentor.'
Thus, the 'Professor' decisively resolved to head to Orb immediately to visit the Mentor, while also taking the opportunity to explain the failure of the mission to her close friend—Erica Simmons, director of Orb's Morgenroete.
—On the Island of Dawn in Orb—
Though unable to see Luther's figure or the evidence he presented, Mentor Marzio continued to replay Luther's speech on loop.
At that moment, a servant entered the room.
"Mentor, what do you need of me?"
"Thank you for your hard work.
Please arrange a meeting with Representative Uzumi for me.
Additionally, I will later send letters to Mr. Albany, Secretary-General of the Earth Alliance, and Mr. Siegel Clyne, Chairman of the Plant Supreme Council. I will also need your assistance in arranging those."
"Yes, I will make the arrangements immediately."
Hearing the Mentor's gentle words, the servant responded with firm resolve.
After the servant left, Mentor Marzio's murmurs were drowned out by the sound of Luther's speech, and naturally, no response came.
"Daiken, Luther... two individuals I have never heard of nor met before, could you become new hopes for this world... Newtypes..."
—At the Prime Minister's Office of the Orb Chiefdom—
Representative Uzumi Nara Athha was concluding his communication with Director Erica Simmons.
"I understand. Then I leave the subsequent matters to you.
Having already paid such a tremendous price, the mass production of those units absolutely must not fail.
I will also contact the Sahaku side."
"Yes, Representative Uzumi. We will spare no effort to complete the work as quickly as possible. I will take my leave now."
With Director Erica Simmons' assurance, Representative Uzumi ended the communication with her and turned to Rednil Kisaka, who had been waiting nearby.
"My apologies for keeping you waiting."
"Not at all. Please, give me your instructions."
Representative Uzumi carefully considered his words before finally speaking.
"Cagalli has gone to Heliopolis without my knowledge, and her current whereabouts are unknown. Could I entrust this matter to you?"
"Yes, it would be my honor."
After responding, Rednil Kisaka paused briefly before adding a follow-up question.
"If Lady Cagalli meets with misfortune, falls into the hands of 'Celestial Being,' or refuses to return, how should I proceed?"
Faced with Kisaka's inquiry, Representative Uzumi also paused for a moment before replying.
"If she is dead, then return.
If she is with 'Celestial Being' or unwilling to return, I must trouble you to look after her for the time being."
"Yes! Lady Cagalli is blessed with good fortune; I spoke out of turn. I will take my leave now!"
With a nod from Representative Uzumi, Kisaka saluted and left the office.
Alone in his office once more, Representative Uzumi reopened the video of Luther's speech and murmured softly.
"The Merchants of Death, Logos..."
After a moment of contemplation, Representative Uzumi picked up the phone on his desk and made new arrangements.
"Connect me to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs... This is Uzumi.
Send diplomatic notes to the Earth Alliance and Plant, demanding an explanation for the Heliopolis collapse incident, and propose to both sides the possibility of forming a tripartite joint accident investigation team!"
—Sahaku Residence—
"Could you please repeat what you just said? My apologies, I didn't quite catch it."
Rondo Mina Sahaku calmly paused the playing 'Celestial Being Formation Speech' and made her 'request' in a composed voice to the servant kneeling on one knee before her.
Although Miss Mina's tone was calm, the attendant trembled in fear, forcing himself to finish recounting the response from the organization calling itself "Celestial Being."
"The 'Lord Sahaku' has been killed for attacking us. We will personally return the Astray Series to Orb's homeland. Just wait for the news!"
This was how the woman calling herself Colonel Theresa Testarossa relayed the response from the leader of "Celestial Being," who called himself Luther Daiken.
Suppressing her inner rage, Rondo Mina Sahaku remained calm as she replied.
"You've worked hard. You may leave."
"Yes!"
After the attendant left, Rondo Mina Sahaku stared at the frozen image on the screen—Luther Daiken striking the pose of Supreme Commander Char, saying, "Please lend me your money!" Controlling her expression, she finally uttered only a few words.
"Gina, my foolish younger brother... I told you long ago to change your temper...
But rest assured, I will definitely avenge you!"