"If we move two hundred kiloters out and find a place to hide well, avoiding drone detection, then the enemy definitely won't be able to find where we are. However, the enemy will surely mobilize forces to block the border, and we'll be unable to break through, which presents another problem," Wu Jin reminded.
"What if the enemy expands their search to two hundred kiloters?" Snow Fox worried, noticing everyone's skepticism, quickly explained, "The Special Warfare Team is cunning and skilled, especially their captain, Cas. I know him; we've clashed before. He's an old fox. Once he knows we've hidden here, he can easily estimate our overnight march distance, say a hundred kiloters, and calculate based on the terrain to find our general location. Using that point as a center, and a hundred kiloters as the radius to search, we might be discovered even if we're two hundred kiloters away."
"Are you saying the enemy will change their scanning position? Instead of using our current location as the center, they'll use a new potential withdrawal position, and can deduce it based on our advancing route, direction, and surrounding terrain?" Lan Xue suspiciously questioned.
"That's right. Snow Bear is adept at snow combat and particularly skilled at tracking," Snow Fox reminded.
Luo Zheng knew that Snow Fox focused primarily on contending with Snow Bear in National Blade; no one understood Snow Bear more. This insight must be taken seriously. Everyone grasped the reasoning with grave expressions. Suddenly, Lan Xue said, "This possibility cannot be disregarded. What if we change our marching direction?"
"Change? To where?" Wu Jin exclaid in astonishnt.
Lan Xue didn't reply imdiately but looked at Luo Zheng instead. Realizing her intent, Luo Zheng nodded and said, "Previously, we misled Snow Bear into chasing east. If we change direction now, the enemy might not believe and continue chasing west. Everyone analyze: if this position is exposed overnight, and a point a hundred kiloters out west becos suspicious, the enemy will send reconnaissance planes to investigate. This isn't what's crucial; what's crucial is whether they'll believe we're still heading west?"
"If this position is exposed, plus another western suspicion point arises, it would seemingly suggest we are still heading west. Still, having been fooled once, the enemy might not fully believe it. They'll likely send troops to follow up, rely splitting their forces," Wu Jin seriously analyzed.
"And what if suspicions arise east and south as well?" Luo Zheng continued.
"Huh?" Everyone struggled to follow Luo Zheng's thinking, looking at him in surprise with hopeful eyes. Lan Xue, delighted, asked, "Did you think of a plan? Quickly, let's evaluate it together."
"Yes, don't keep us in suspense. I'm already stressed out. If all three directions show signs of us, the enemy will deploy forces, severely splitting their forces, leaving them exhausted yet only temporarily confused. A day later, they'd regain their awareness and move to guard the border, which would be troubleso, especially if exposing our incoming support troops," Wu Jin said.
"Future issues we deal with in the future, but seeing the current situation, the support troops should retreat imdiately. Captain, please connect with HQ urgently and convey this as soon as possible. Having them wait at the border is fine. Keep communication brief to avoid detection. I'll think through the details," Luo Zheng said sharply, furrowing his brows.
Seeing Luo Zheng deep in thought, everyone left him undisturbed. Wu Jin got on the signal device, contacting HQ. After a while, Luo Zheng's expression gradually lightened, everyone noting he had a realization, watching expectantly. Luo Zheng looked at Wu Jin, who promptly reported, "The retreat of the support unit is underway."
"Brothers, the troops are fatigued, hindering rapid advance. This is our fatal weakness; not to ntion two hundred kiloters, even a hundred kiloters is challenging. The injuries of the wounded are worsening. They need prompt treatnt back at base. Ti is essential, but the enemy also pressures us. We can only strive for more," Luo Zheng said somberly.
"What's your plan?" Wu Jin eagerly asked.
"Whether heading east, south, or west, we'll face divided enemy pursuit, with high exposure risk. Ideally, we should head north and attack instead, sothing the enemy would never expect. Too bad the troops are physically incapable. So, I propose we stay put—this location is excellent for concealnt."
"Stay put?" Everyone stared at Luo Zheng in astonishnt.
"Stay put? What's your backup plan?" Lan Xue, knowing Luo Zheng well, promptly asked.
"Staying put doesn't an doing nothing. I have a bold idea: move a hundred kiloters west and intentionally expose ourselves, luring the enemy," Luo Zheng hesitated, then added, "No, better make it two hundred kiloters, ensuring complete enemy diversion."
"You an to send soone to draw the enemy away?" Wu Jin quickly understood and asked.
"Yes," Luo Zheng agreed, glancing at Shadow.
Shadow promptly replied, unfazed, "Alright, I'll do it. Free of burden, I'll move light. Running two hundred kiloters in one night is tough but not overwhelmingly so. What next?"
"Endure the trouble; your speed is unparalleled here. Move tonight. Later, fashion a simple snowboard for transport; covering two hundred kiloters overnight should be manageable. Rest during the day, expose yourself at night, then swiftly return, eting us the day after tomorrow. After two days here, everyone will recover significantly," Luo Zheng instructed earnestly.
"Sure," Shadow agreed easily, resting during the day to regain strength. Traveling back overnight wouldn't be difficult.
"Thanks for taking the trouble," Luo Zheng said seriously.
"We're brothers; if we're particular, we can't call ourselves brothers," Shadow said discontentedly.
"Right, brothers are straightforward," Luo Zheng nodded, moved, and smiled.
"Take care. We'll all be waiting for you. If you return a hair less, I won't let you off," Wu Jin said, moved. Others looked at Shadow with respect, knowing he'd face lethal risks from enemy jets if careless.
"Understood, no problem," Shadow said nonchalantly.
"After drawing the enemy away, what's next? Do we need any pre-arrangents?" Wu Jin asked Luo Zheng, continuing his inquiries with everyone curiously watching.
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