Source Martial Army Headquarters, combat Command Center.
On the huge holographic sand table, within the territory of Xia Country, light points representing battles of different scales are twinkling like stars. The data flow pours down on the light screen on the side like a waterfall, and is processed and summarized instantly by the virtual Intelligent Life "Xuanji" in the center, and then refined into a battle report.
"Area B-07, Training Corps Zhao Gang unit successfully blocked "Bloodthirsty Blade Lord", the pressure on the defense line slowed down, and the reserve team began to move forward, compressing Abyssal Beast's activity space."
"In area C-12, the 7th Battalion of the Source Martial Army, in cooperation with the local garrison, has successfully divided and surrounded the main force of Abyssal Tide. The clearing is expected to be completed within two hours."
"In area Ding-03, with the assistance of civilian warriors Source Martial Army, the main force of Abyssal Tide has been annihilated, and the remaining Abyssal Beast has been eliminated by the Qing Dynasty."
"87% of the Stardust level Abyssal Beast units reported from various places have been marked and cleared, and the remaining targets are being tracked."
Xuanji clearly reports on the battle situation from all over the country.
The entire Command Center is busy and orderly. Staff officers at all levels make fine adjustments based on the instructions generated by Xuanji. The efficient communication network transmits the orders to every combat unit instantly.
Lin Yi stood quietly next to the sand table, his eyes calmly scanning the light spots representing war and fighting, and he nodded slightly.
Two years.
From the initial chaos and sacrifice of Helu City to now facing the small Abyssal Tide, the entire Xia Country war machine has been able to operate in an orderly and efficient manner.
Source Martial Army's organized attack, Training Corps's precise special attack, the effective supplement of civilian forces, and the virtuous circle formed by the encouragement of Merit System.
All this shows that the seeds he sown have begun to take root and sprout, and have grown branches that are strong enough to withstand wind and rain.
Although this is just a small Abyssal Tide and is still far from the real test in the future, it at least proves that in dealing with threats of this level, Xia Country has initially gained the confidence to solve problems with its own fists.
This made him feel a little relieved, a cultivator's sense of satisfaction when he saw the seedlings growing strong.
"Xuanji."
Lin Yi spoke softly.
"Principal, please give instructions."
The virtual face turned towards him.
"Synchronously display Blue Star Community other major member states and the current real-time situation in response to Abyssal Tide."
"The command has been received. Data is being synchronized"
The picture on the holographic sand table changed rapidly, the territory of Xia Country shrank to a corner, and the outline of the entire Blue Star emerged.
There are also some flashing red areas marked on it, which represent the nests where fighting is breaking out.
But unlike the red zone in Xia Country, which is fierce but clearly effectively controlled and divided, the battlefields in other countries basically show a sticky stalemate.
Russia, the red representing Abyssal Tide is like an ecchymosis that is constantly trying to spread, repeatedly tug-of-war with the blue defense front, and the progress is slow.
In France country, the red area is divided into several pieces, but each piece is extremely solid, and the blue arrow seems a bit difficult.
Junkerd's defense line looks the most organized, like a precise geometric figure, but the red pressure never diminishes, and both sides consume each other at the junction.
Nie Chang walked up to Lin Yi at some point. He frowned slightly as he looked at the "clean" battle situation of other countries on the sand table that was far less "clean" than Xia Country's.
"Principal, depending on the situation, it's a bit difficult for them. Especially English's side."
Nie Chang hesitated for a moment and then made a suggestion.
"Although Adams and Elizabeth are quite strong, and Chen Yu is also there, they Small Nest have more numbers. Do you need us to provide some support in a timely manner?"
After all, these are the member states of "Blue Star Community" and the location of East Peak Branch Campus.
Lin Yi's eyes still stayed on the sand table, and his fingers unconsciously tapped lightly in the air to zoom in on the battle situation in the English area.
He looked at the interlocking defense lines and the light spots representing high-level combat units, and slowly shook his head.
"No need."
Lin Yi's voice was calm and waveless.
"So far, none of these countries, including East Peak Branch Campus Principal within their borders, have issued formal rescue requests to us."
He paused and looked deeply. "Figure out where the boundaries of your abilities are, what situations you can solve on your own, and what situations you must put down and ask for help. This in itself is a knowledge and a valuable experience."
"Especially for those branch schools Principal who are in charge of their own business, this is also a skill they need to master."
"Flowers in a greenhouse cannot withstand real wind and rain. Letting them experience the cruelty of war and the weight of decision-making at a controllable cost is more beneficial to the growth of their civilization than if we directly intervene."
Nie Chang nodded thoughtfully and said no more.
He understands the deep meaning of Lin Yi.
What they need is a partner who can fight side by side, not a burden that always needs support.
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At the same time, English, London Tower Outer Defense Line, the "anvil" position in the eastern block.
The roar of artillery fire was deafening, the air was filled with smoke, and the streets were strewn with the remains of fortifications.
"Hold on! Left wing, cross fire! Don't let those "Swift Walker" get close to the defense line!"
A young officer wearing a English Royal Army uniform, but wearing East Peak Emblem conspicuously on his chest, was roaring at the top of his lungs.
His name is Arthur Kirkland, a former Royal Marine who is now one of the first batch of local trainees to graduate from the East Peak Military Academy English branch and the temporary commander of Anvil Position.
Thanks to the branch's resources and his own efforts, his Source Energy Unit broke through to Stardust level five months ago and stabilized at around 3800 points.
The five team members following him and clinging to this block are also classmates of East Peak Branch Campus who have just recently broken through Stardust level, and Source Energy Unit is hovering in the early 2000s.
They formed a standard six-man tactical team, codenamed "Hu Ben".
"Ron, hold the shield and push it forward three meters. Right there, block the gap."
Arthur spoke very fast, using tactical instructions that had been honed countless times in the virtual Endless Mode, "Kate, on the rooftop on the right, there are two "throwers", use your "Gale Arrow" to take them out first, quickly!"
"Understood, boss."
"Damn, there are so many of these guys."
The team members responded loudly and moved quickly. Although they were nervous, there was not much panic.
Their bodies were more or less injured, their combat uniforms were damaged, and their faces were stained with dirt, but their eyes were still sharp and their cooperation was still tacit.
What's even more peculiar is that during the fierce battle, they would occasionally speak a few sentences in Chinese with a clear accent:
"Holy shit, I almost got fucked!"
"Beautiful! This move is awesome."
"Withstand it, we meet on a narrow road. The brave one wins!"
These Chinese vocabulary and idioms mixed in the English instructions are the result of their immersion in the cultural atmosphere of the East Peak Military Academy, being nurtured by Chen Yu Principal and the teachers in the training courses, and Endless Mode.
After all, not only the school's courses, but also the friendly forces in Endless Mode in the school's virtual classroom are all Xia Country Source Martial Army.
Therefore, most of them are accustomed to this method of communication, and even jokingly call themselves non-staff Source Martial Army.
Moreover, they found that at critical moments, these concise, powerful and meaningful words are often better at expressing emotions and implementing tactical intentions than lengthy native languages.
Soon, a large shield condensed with earth-yellow source energy blocked the gap in the defense line, gaining valuable adjustment time for the firepower points on the flanks.
Ron, who was holding the shield, wiped his sweat and spat. "Mother Xipi, the source energy is consumed so fast."
Arthur ignored the complaints from the team members. His eyes were fixed on the Abyssal Beast coming like a tide in front of him. His brain was running rapidly, recalling the response plan when facing a similar situation in the virtual space.
Segment, block, focus fire, rotate.
Eastern Edge's teachings have already engraved an efficient defense system into his bones.
"Sir! At three o'clock, Elite Unit"Corrosive Behemoth" was found, attacking the second line of defense!"
A soldier in charge of the observation loudly reported.
Arthur's eyes flashed and he immediately ordered, "Hank, Molly! The two of you, form a triangle formation with me and move forward to intercept! Others, provide fire cover and focus on attacking its joints and acid sacs!"
Without any hesitation, he rushed out with his body first.
The standard long sword in his hand was covered with a layer of azure source energy, and with a clean straight thrust, he accurately hit the eye socket of an elite Abyssal Beast who was trying to pounce on the firepower point on the flank.
"Don't panic! Ms. Chen Yu Principal and Elizabeth have already gone to deal with the biggest guy on the main battlefield!"
During the break in the charge, Arthur did not forget to encourage his men with a high-spirited tone, "Before we solve these little troubles, they must have come back with that monster's Spirit Shine Crystal!"
The "biggest guy" he calls is "Rotten Nest Mother" who hit Lunden Tower Defense Line this time Leader level Abyssal Beast, Source Energy Unit.
And Chen Yu, as the strong player of Source Energy Unit who has reached 8500 points, joined forces with English, the strongest local player Elizabeth, to take the initiative to attack and became the anchor to stabilize the morale of the entire defense line.
Hearing the names Chen Yu and Elizabeth, the members of Tiger Braves Squad were obviously in high spirits.
Chen Yu Principal's strong strength and occasionally off-line but extremely protective character have already won the respect and love of all the students in the branch.
"Fuck me for my dear Principal!"
Kate screamed, and the long bow condensed by source energy in his hand burst out with dazzling light. Three consecutive shots of "Gale Arrow" were fired at the distant "Corrosive Behemoth" like a tracking missile, exploding clouds of corrosive smoke on its thick carapace. Although it failed to cause serious damage, it successfully attracted its attention.
Arthur took the opportunity to form a perfect triangle assault formation with Hank and Molly.
Hank is holding a giant axe, powerful and heavy, focusing on attacking the front, attracting firepower; Molly is agile and flying with double blades, specializing in slashing the leg joints and tentacles of the giant beast; while Arthur is in the center to provide support, his sword is as bright as lightning, and he often delivers a heavy blow when the giant beast reveals its flaws, while coordinating the rhythm of the entire group.
Their cooperation is not as natural as Training Corps, and sometimes they even need to shout to remind them, but the foundation they have honed over time in Endless Mode allows them to at least make no mistakes when facing strong enemies, and they can also seize fleeting opportunities.
"Hank, feign attack on the left wing! Molly, prepare on the right wing, "Hamstring"!" Arthur saw an opportunity and shouted loudly.
Hank roared angrily, and the giant ax struck hard at the giant beast's left forelimb with a sound of breaking wind, forcing it to raise its claws to block.
At this moment, Molly approached from the right side like a civet, its double blades flashed with sharp source energy, and struck hard on the beast's relatively fragile right hind leg tendon.
"Pfft!"
Corrosive Behemoth let out a painful roar, and his huge body instantly lost its balance and tilted to one side.
"Now! Set fire!"
Arthur's eyes flashed, and the sword condensed the maximum energy he could mobilize at present, and a condensed blue sword light shot out quickly, straight into the giant beast's huge mouth full of sharp teeth that opened in pain!
At the same time, the firepower of Kate, Ron and others in the rear also poured down like raindrops on the soft belly exposed by the tilt of the giant beast.
"Roar!!"
In a burst of unwilling wailing, this elite Corrosive Behemoth suddenly fell to the ground, stirring up smoke and dust in the sky.
"Done."
Hank was leaning on the giant axe, breathing heavily, with the joy of victory on his face.
"Not bad, you guys are awesome!" Molly wiped the sweat on his forehead and gave a rare compliment.
Arthur also breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that most of the source energy in his body had been consumed.
He was just about to order the team to retreat and rotate to replenish energy.
suddenly
"Ouch!!"
A terrifying coercion many times stronger than Corrosive Behemoth suddenly spread from the center of the battlefield like a real tsunami.
Immediately afterwards, there was a vicious roar that seemed to come from the abyss, which made everyone's eardrums hurt, and even their hearts trembled involuntarily.
That's the dying roar of "Rotten Nest Mother".
The members of Tiger Braves Squad, as well as the entire Anvil Position soldiers, as long as they were not killed by Abyssal Beast, could not help but turn their heads and look in the direction where the pressure came from.
They only saw the location of the main battlefield, where a huge sword light merged with a sharp sword light, and finally completely swallowed up the huge figure of the Nest Mother.
After a moment of silence, deafening cheers erupted from every corner of the defense line.
"Win, Ms. Chen Yu Principal and Elizabeth win!"
Arthur Kirkland also had a relieved smile on his face.
Holding his long sword, he looked at the cheering soldiers and team members, and his heart was full of gratitude and admiration for the young Principal from the East.
Arthur knew that this defensive battle was far from over. The death of Leader level did not mean the retreat of Abyssal Tide. The remaining Abyssal Beast still needed to be cleaned up.
But the most dangerous and uncontrollable factors have been removed, and what remains is the step-by-step cleanup work.
He took a deep breath of the air that smelled of gunpowder smoke, straightened his chest, and raised the sword in his hand again.
"Tiger Braves Squad, don't relax! The battle is not over yet, clean up all these bastards!"
"Yes! Boss!"
The team members responded in unison, their tired faces glowing with fighting spirit again.
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