Published: February 10, 2025
Inside the Peak Pass Base, there is no distinction between day and night, but at several entrances, heightened alertness is required during the night.
The nights of the apocalypse are always far more dangerous than during daylight.
At one exit, all the guards tonight are soldiers from Area C.
A commotion can be heard from a distance, and the guards immediately adopt serious expressions.
On one side of the street, rows of teams are approaching.
The formations are not very neat, but each small team operates within a fixed range. In case of an emergency, these evolvers can quickly form various formations within seconds.
Everyone is armed with standardized weapons, at least of gray grade, just like the unified protective suits they are wearing.
A shadow suddenly appeared at the entrance, causing the guards to tense up, but once they recognized the person, they collectively saluted.
"Commander-in-chief!"
Ji Rui Guang nodded, squinting his eyes as he watched the incoming team.
"Uncle Ji," Delin stood beside Ji Rui Guang and whispered, a name he only used when no one else could hear.
"Delin, this operation is crucial. I have dispatched the three main battle departments from Area C1: Duanjue, Taili, and Feiyan. Outside, there are Yuna from Area C2, the North Crown War Department, and the Brilliant City War Department from Area C3 providing support. With the six major battle departments joining forces, along with the Mechanical Fortress, most of our strength in Area C is gathered here, so we cannot afford any mistakes."
Delin's expression turned serious as he replied, "Understood!"
"Our advantage lies in knowing more than others, but this comes at a cost, so we have a lot to do. I don't know how things will turn out in the end, or how others will view us if they find out, but we must be clear that everything we are doing today is to quickly end this apocalypse, allowing humanity, which has survived the great trials, to live better."
As Ji Rui Guang watched the rows of teams pass through the passage out of the city, his gaze flickered. He continued speaking. Behind Delin, the commanders of several major battle departments had arrived just in time to hear this segment and stood solemnly.
"If we win this battle, our strength will advance significantly. If we lose, Area C will be severely weakened. I need to stay here; the outcome rests on you."
Ji Rui Guang turned, raising his voice slightly as he addressed his subordinates.
"This battle will surely be won!"
The commanders immediately responded with a resounding affirmation, prompting a satisfied smile from Ji Rui Guang.
"Then, I wish everyone a triumphant return!"
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Wen Zhong glanced with surprise at Liang Chuyin standing behind Ye Zhongming, wondering why this woman seemed so radiant today.
"Commander-in-chief, did you need something from me?"
Ye Zhongming valued this partner; strictly speaking, this was Cloud Summit Villa's first true ally.
"The first matter is the timing for the encirclement of the eighth-level iron giant, which has been set for three days from now. You need to prepare in advance. Guangyao and his heavenly phenomenon war department will accompany you."
Ye Zhongming nodded. Since he had promised to collaborate with Wen Zhong and aimed to gain recognition from the entire resistance zone to become privy to secrets, participating in this battle was mandatory.
"The second matter is that you can only open a shop in the trading market after obtaining recognition. So for now, it’s not possible, but I have secured you a decent stall temporarily; you can set up there for now."
This was acceptable as having a trading window was good enough, and Ye Zhongming nodded in agreement.
"The third point is regarding the information you asked me to keep an eye on. I have inquired over the past few days and found several similar situations, but they are either unverifiable in authenticity or too far away. The only area that fits your description is one."