The night was as dark as ink, enveloping the sky. The moon had vanished behind the clouds, and the bright stars were nowhere to be found. The vast prival forest was a pitch black sight, occasionally a strange beast howl could be heard. The mountain ridges stood like prehistoric beasts, shadowy, mysterious, and terrifying. On a mountain ridge, tall trees stood still like devils, quietly watching the troops sitting on the ground.
This troop was silent, without even a bonfire lit. They rested with their backs against the trees, only a few gathered to talk softly. The darkness was so profound that they could barely see their fingers, yet it didn't affect their conversation. They were Luo Zheng and his team. The troops had circled to this location overnight, exhausted and needing rest. Fortunately, they reached the enemy's rear line and the darkness ant they weren't worried about being discovered.
After a while, Luo Zheng sighed angrily, "I didn't expect Scholar's troops to suffer such losses. It was my failure to command; I should have anticipated the enemy's attack on them. I hope they don't bla . I will personally avenge them; otherwise, I will have no face to et them."
With earphones, communication among the troops was no issue. Several hours had passed, and the battle situation had been compiled and transmitted via satellite signals to Luo Zheng. The Hook Tribe's ard forces suffered significant losses, with half of the southern and two-thirds of the eastern forces gone due to simultaneous attacks by enemy jet fighters and hundreds of mortars, leaving them powerless to counterattack.
"In this battle, Hook Tribe's casualties have exceeded a thousand. Besides Scholar's forces, our other troops are relatively preserved. Considering we're facing enemy fighters, mortars, and a formal army from Sam Country twice our size, to achieve this is not bad," Lan Xue consoled.
"No need for consolation; I understand," Luo Zheng said thoughtfully, looking at Hook with guilt, "Old friend, have I disappointed you?"
"No, quite the opposite. This battle has shown our strength. Considering our combat skills, not only did we retreat intact, but we also took down over a thousand enemies. This is one of our rare great victories. Even the regular armies of other countries might not achieve this. If word gets out, it would certainly shock the world. Brother, don't worry about ; you call the shots, I trust you," Hook said solemnly.
"I trust you," these simple three words carried a heavy burden and pressure. Luo Zheng smiled gratefully, but the smile was uglier than crying. Fortunately, the night was dark as ink, making it hard to see each other's expressions, only vague outlines discernible. No one noticed Luo Zheng's awkward expression. Beside him, Lan Xue said softly, "Thank you for your trust. It looks like we lost this round, but in reality, we didn't, and the enemy is in a dead end."
"Dead end?" Hook was shocked, questioning how the enemy could be in a dead end when they occupied the valley with absolute manpower and air superiority? Not only Hook was curious; the others were equally puzzled, turning their gaze to Lan Xue, yet unable to see her clearly.
"Yes, a dead end. Think carefully, and you'll understand," Lan Xue said seriously, her voice firm and confident, making it hard to doubt. After a mont, noting the silence, Lan Xue glanced at Luo Zheng and explained, "The enemy in the valley takes three days of forced march from their base to reach the valley. What an arduous supply line this is!"
"Right? Why didn't I think of that," Ghost Hand exclaid in surprise. "No wonder Ghost told us to bring more weapons and rations, and brought Wei Jian's troops to assist with air defense. I understand now; the enemy's logistics have only two options: manpower, which is very challenging, or air drops, the primary ans. As long as we operate in their rear, eliminate their transport helicopters, how will they sustain their logistics? Without food, so many people will absolutely starve in the valley, with no choice but retreat."
"Exactly?!" Snow Leopard shouted in surprise, "Enemy's large transport aircraft can't reach here unless leveraging neighboring military airports. A lot of supplies rely on transport helicopters. We have Red Banner Six, the best to maneuver near enemy bases. Once we see the transport helicopters, blow them away, cutting their supply line, the enemy will be defeated without a fight."
"Good idea," Hook replied joyfully, understanding Luo Zheng's real purpose in leading the troops behind enemy lines. He laughed excitedly and explained this tactical goal to his n in the local dialect.
"Brother, is your tactic really this simple?" Mountain Eagle asked in disbelief, piquing everyone's curiosity again, all looking at Luo Zheng.
After pondering for a mont, Luo Zheng replied, "Besides ambushing enemy ground and air transport lines, there's another purpose: to assist Shadow's team in their evacuation. You know this; Shadow's team will try to capture so prisoners and destroy the enemy base again, then we need to cover them."
"No, with your calculating ability, you surely have other plans, right?" Mountain Eagle asked with a smile.
"Other plans? I can't see it," Ghost Hand asked in surprise.
"Yes, didn't the enemy provide an airport to Sam Country? We infiltrate secretly and destroy it," Luo Zheng said murderously, among brothers born and bred in battle, nothing is left unsaid.
Hook was translating the conversation content for his n; this had beco routine, helping Hook's troops understand combat goals and tactical deploynt while also enhancing their tactical skills. Hearing Luo Zheng's plan to attack the enemy airport, Hook was taken aback, but imdiately his eyes lit up. "Great idea, destroy the enemy airport, preventing their planes from taking off. Their ground forces won't risk pursuing our forces. When do we act? This must not be delayed."
"Good idea, when do we act?" Ghost Hand asked eagerly.
"Don't rush; wait for Scholar and his team to arrive, then act together. There's a mountain range once you leave the prival forest. Following it about a day's walk, you'll reach a military airport. Intelligence is insufficient, specific tactical deploynt will be decided then. Everyone, take the ti to rest," Luo Zheng explained.
"Shouldn't the steps be aligned? Attack the airport first, then determine Shadow's assault timing based on the enemy base's reaction. If the base remains quiet, then launch a surprise attack imdiately. If they send support, then act after the support leaves," Lan Xue proposed.
"No need. Sam Country certainly won't send troops for support. The host country won't allow Sam Country's forces into their territory to assist, it's a matter of national dignity," Luo Zheng replied nonchalantly. Suddenly, Scholar's voice sounded in the earphones. Brothers arrived, joy surged, he stood up and shouted, "Brothers are here, ti for counterattack." With that, an alarming brightness glead in his eyes, prominent under the inky dark night.
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