Chapter 808: Chapter 581: The Formidable Combat Power of the 149th Division
The silhouette of the Gun Knight vanished, leisurely disappearing at the canyon entrance in the eyes of the Empire soldiers, whose minds were in complete chaos.
A group of officers hesitated, staring blankly at the empty canyon entrance.
Chase, or not chase?
That is the question.
Ultimately, the Empire officers made a difficult decision—
To prevent an ambush by the enemy within the canyon, they decided to retreat to the farthest distance of missile attack, then wait for reinforcements!
Boom, boom, boom~
Missiles carved long white trails, striking the canyon with cheers from the Empire soldiers.
They had been systematically bombarding for five minutes.
No enemies had emerged. The powerful bombardment was beginning to restore their confidence.
They believed that any ambush inside the canyon would surely die from the relentless missile barrage.
“Major, the third wave of missile bombardment is complete. Shall we enter?”
“No, we will wait for the reinforcements; there can be no mistakes in this battle!”
The Major said firmly, ensuring he wouldn’t risk entering the unknown canyon before the allies arrived.
No one could sway his decision!
Hmm… No one could sway him!
Meanwhile, the Gun Knight Mecha was running fast along a hidden mountain path, glancing back at the smoke-filled canyon in the distance.
Mu Fan’s face was indistinguishable between helplessness and bemusement.
He really didn’t expect that a normal tactical withdrawal would cause such a commotion. The Mecha Battalion Commander on the opposite side seemed to have some misunderstanding.
“These idiots.” Black remarked, setting the tone for the Empire army.
From start to finish, Mu Fan’s plan had no errors, even exceeding his expectations.
He lowered his eyes to the holographic screen, noting that Major Jerome’s group had already surpassed the expected waypoint by nearly two kilometers.
Very good.
…
Within thirty minutes, Major Jerome had already retreated beyond four hills. After he and Teresa stopped their energy-depleted Mecha in a very hidden cave, they led the soldiers into the winding hidden paths.
The Major raised his hand, signaling to halt the march.
He lifted his wrist, glanced at the time, took a deep breath, looked at his companions, and said, “It’s been 30 minutes; I’ll get in touch with the Private.”
The people around nodded. Compared to the name, the Major preferred to call Mu Fan by his rank, as this rank had become a unique title.
Strong, brave, fearless Private!
This is their mark of respect for Mu Fan.
After the crackling electromagnetic noise sounded, the communication was connected successfully.
“Priv…”
“Major, I have already safely withdrawn, and the route has changed. Now we will join Sergeant Joe; the unit needs your leadership.”
Mu Fan’s words interrupted him after just a word, but he showed no sign of displeasure.
Instead, suppressed excitement roared through the dark passage, with some people even crying tears of joy.
Living is hope!
“Private, the error in this decision was mine; you have already proved your excellence through your actions. Now I want you to take over command.”
“No, Major Jerome.” Mu Fan calmly declined, saying: “The 27th Infantry Company will always be your unit. I’m just a soldier here to support, past and future alike. Next, I will remind you in my way; I believe you won’t hope for your station to fall into the hypocrites’ hands.”
He was disinterested in power struggles; this place was a trial ground for him, but for these soldiers, it was where they bled to sustain hope.
Their souls are here.
As someone who was once a member here, all he hopes for is the deserved respect for his fellow warriors who lived and died together.
Betting on life’s honor and dignity!
The news of Major Jerome’s rescue soon spread through the 27th Infantry Company, with the remaining soldiers cheering in the west battlefield of the Fire Hills War Zone, Joe clenched his fist in excitement.
Only a loud roar could vent the inner exhilaration.
From the Empire army’s encircling, the Commander survived against the odds.
That logistics officer seemed like a heaven-sent angel delivering infinite hope to their unit!
“This is Jerome of the 27th Infantry Company, calling allied forces, calling allied forces…”
Disbelieving the 149th Division’s rescue message, Jerome started attempting to contact other units in the Fire Hills area.
A grand show of a desperate counterattack was beginning to unfold!
…
In the following 24 hours, the Empire troops invading the Fire Hills War Zone surprisingly found that the Federation soldiers, who previously fought resolutely, seemed to lose morale, retreating while fighting and soon were driven out of the war zone.
They never saw those fleeing Federation soldiers again.
Those Empire troops were spirited and moved forward triumphantly!
The Major, who initially let the enemies go in the Eastern War Zone, received praise from the superiors due to the perfect regional situation.
The remaining engaged soldiers selectively forgot the terrifying and dreadful Gun Knight.
They were all immersed in the joy of victory.
The Empire troops burst through a wound in the Federation’s Fire Hills area, expanding it further, achieving a monumental success worthy of reporting to headquarters!
For greater achievements, those fervent Empire soldiers continued advancing deep as the follow-on troops kept arriving.
Finally, on Mu Fan’s 21st day on Planet E75, the Empire soldiers, having not faced ambushes for days, discarded heavy equipment, and with the main force of the 149th Division “support”…
They met.
Boom, boom, boom!
Deafening explosions kept ringing across the battlefield.
Colonel Quinton looked at the incapable Empire units in the distance and laughed wildly in the command center.
“Our allied forces are so vigorous, bringing the Empire army to such a vulnerable state. This last battle was nice—twenty casualties and annihilated three enemy companies! Showed the might of our 149th Division! Hahaha~~~”
“Adjutant, pass the orders down. The advance troops should slightly resupply before charging full speed; the Federation’s territory cannot be compromised. As Federation soldiers, we fight for honor—charge!”
So the 149th Division troops, freshly victorious over the Empire soldiers, formed a rolling steel tide, pushing deeper.
Colonel Quinton, bloodthirsty for wealth and achievements, finally led the main forces alongside the equally honor-driven Frontier Army Lieutenant Colonel Nimaiya to meet in the Fire Hills area.
Tons upon tons of ammunition started pouring out on each other.
Suddenly struck, both sides quickly started counterattacking after recovering from the shock.
“Damn, those sly Federation soldiers! They actually ambushed so many troops here.”
“Damn it, wasn’t it already disclosed that the Federation’s secret raid was fake news? Why are these boneheaded Empire soldiers still pouring troops here!?”
“Hit them hard, hit them fiercely; our Fire Hills War Zone cannot afford losses.”
In words, Colonel Quinton already regarded this place as his own station.
This is a treasure trove of resources that can be converted into countless Star Coins, absolutely not to be handed over to the enemy!
Colonel Quinton’s eyes turned red as he began issuing main force assault orders.
The 149th Division, under the commander’s will, erupted with astonishing combat power, and within just three days, the invading Empire army was forced into retreat.
It’s even showing signs of driving them out of the Fire Hills area.
“Is this some goddamn joke? This is the 149th Division?”
From a distance, under a rock at a hillside, Jerome exclaimed in disbelief, holding a telescope.
Beside him was Mu Fan, calmly watching the marching display.