The Strike-class cruiser began exiting hyperspace near the planet, alerting the Governor and other Imperial ships. It's codes were automatically scanned and read as it began drifting to the planet. "So that's Belona, hoh?" Captain Den stated, obviously making a rhetorical question out loud. "If it wasn't for the mines it'd practically be useless. There's nearly nothing to gain here. Such a waste of a planet..." He stood up from his chair and took a few steps forward. "Well, we've been sent to assist the Governor, so hail her. Also is there a status on the Rebels? Why can't we just send in some fighters to blast them out of their nest? Shove a damn thermal detonator into a snakes hole and that will solve our problem." He paused for just a quick second, wondering if the intelligence officer was going to reply. "I'm serious. The cave will fall in but we've got the manpower. We've got ten thousand soldiers for every one of theirs! We'd have the mine dug out in a week, tops."
Satae sat at her desk, a protocol droid bringing her a drink and some food. As she relaxed in her quiet office, her secretary spoke over the intercom.
“M’Lady,” his soft voice a mere breeze in the quiet room “Captain Den has arrived in the system as requested. What are your orders for him at this time?”
“Order him to begin rounding up any rebels that have escaped in their drop ships and fighters outside the city area, Major Zorra can deal with the rebels within the city. Also, instruct the captain of the Star Destroyer above the city that he may land the ship at the starport. The other ships can blockade the planet - no ship is allowed to land or leave the system without being boarded and searched. And Cave, send me a report on what has happened in my absence...”
Herald stood there for a moment, idly awaiting the hail to be answered until he heard an incoming signal and his intelligence officer spoke up. "Captain, the Governor has sent or first orders. She's telling us to take care of Rebellion dropships and fighters that are outside the city." Herald perked a brow and shook his head, "No time for us, hoh? Busy with her fancy drinks and treating her off time as something holy. How typical!" Herald gave a humph. "Alright, scan the areas outside the city for any life grouped together or signs of ships or dropships, scout whatever you find. Launch some groups of TIEs, three per group and... three groups, no four. Patrol the atmosphere. Once we cover more ground, launch more. Report any findings directly to me, and only upon direct request of anyone, well you know, higher than me." He turned around and walked towards the main entrance to the bridge. "I'll be in my office, don't fret to interrupt."