As Stronghold 144 was the closest stronghold to the Central Plains, the 6th Field Division was duty-bound to act as the garrison of Stronghold 144.
Zhang Xiaoman wondered, "Does the AI really have that many nanomachines? There are millions of people in the Northwest, so can it really control that many?"
"Oh," Zhou Yingxue answered reluctantly.
There were too many things involved in the evacuation. The destruction of confidential documents, the transfer of the food reserves, the transfer of all kinds of supplies, the registration of the transfer of personnel, the transfer in batches, and the setting up of the supply lines along the way was actually a very large project.
But in the blink of an eye, a huge flame ignited in the world and burned everything to ashes.
But when it came to war, those who liked to gamble on luck would always lose miserably. Therefore, the Northwest Army immediately decided to formulate a battle strategy based on the worst-case scenario when they were not sure of the exact situation.
Ren Xiaosu frowned. If the situation was really that bad, it would mean the Northwest was facing the largest migration since the era of the wastelands.
Therefore, during this period, Black Fox was relieved of his command duties to lead the recruits. The Pyro Company soldiers were sent to help with the irrigation works, while a small portion of them were sent to help the stronghold residents with the reclamation of the grain fields.
To the east of Fortress 178, Stronghold 146, Stronghold 144, Stronghold 145, and Stronghold 143 were all located on plains.
"Really?" Zhou Yingxue's eyes lit up. "The entire Barrier Alliance?"
However, Big Bluff and the others realized that even though Zhou Yingxue was usually very powerful in the black market and Stronghold 144, she was as obedient as a kitten in front of the Young Marshal and Miss Xiaojin.
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The stench of fertilizer filled the entire conference room. Black Fox looked at Ren Xiaosu and P5092 and asked, "Sir, what do you need me to do when you called me back?"
"He'll arrive at Stronghold 144 this afternoon." Big Bluff said, "The evacuation plan for the entire population to the west must begin today."
The terrain there was more suitable for defense.
Yang Xiaojin seemed to have guessed what he was thinking. She suddenly clenched his hand and said, "We left not because we were unlucky to follow you, but because there is no peace in this world. This chaos was not brought about by you, nor was it created by you. On the contrary, with you protecting this land, I believe that we will definitely be victorious. "
It was the feeling of despair when a hundred-meter tall tsunami was crashing towards you, and you had no way to escape.
Zhang Jinglin wouldn't bet tens of thousands of lives on the number of enemies.
"Why did Mr Zhang call you here?" Ren Xiaosu was puzzled.
So their best option was to retreat to the west of Stronghold 143.
When one guessed what kind of power the artificial intelligence Zero possessed, one would actually feel a sense of helplessness.
But after Ren Xiaosu said that, P5092 shook his head. "It's different now. This is no longer a civil war between the Barrier Alliance. It's a war that concerns the survival of humanity. The original soldiers of the Pyro Company will return to their posts. I've just informed Black Fox to come back and attend the meeting. "
Zhou Yinglong was the commander of the 3rd Field Division. If Ren Xiaosu were to use his status as the commander of the 6th Field Division, he would not be able to command them. He would have to use his status as the Young Marshal.
Those were millions of residents and refugees they were talking about. How could they retreat just like that?
From this moment onward, the entire human civilization would have to start a race against time.
Even with his vigilance, he did not even notice Big Bluff and the others approaching.
Yang Xiaojin suddenly said in a low voice, "It might sound a little selfish of me to say this, but no matter the situation, I don't want you to sacrifice yourself to save others. Not even if it's to save me, understand? We'll definitely find another way. "
But to her, if the price of saving the world was sacrificing Ren Xiaosu, she would be extremely unwilling to do so.
Ren Xiaosu straightened his clothes and walked out the door. He looked at Zhou Yingxue and said, "Don't look so unhappy. When the war is over, I'll give you the entire black market in the Barrier Alliance."
"We can only prepare for the worst now." P5092 explained, "We don't know if it has the ability to do so, but we can only assume it can. We have to make two preparations now. One is to retreat, and the other is to face the enemy. "
After going to Stronghold 88, there were no longer any secrets between Ren Xiaosu and Yang Xiaojin. So Yang Xiaojin also knew what Ren Xiaosu's last resort was.
Even someone like Ren Xiaosu, who had been to the Central Plains in person, could not confirm if Zero had really taken control of the entire Central Plains.
In an instant, it was as though the entire world had fallen into a world of birdsong and fragrant flowers. Even their roofs were blooming with white flowers.
The entire world was filled with a strong stench. It was like the smell of burning rubber pipes mixed with a hint of vinegar.
They had to fight for this half a month's time.
At this moment, everyone realized Ren Xiaosu had entered the role of the Young Marshal.
On the way back, Ren Xiaosu even saw someone driving a digging machine to clear some tributaries in the river beside the road.
"He said you might not have rested for a long time, so you'll be more vulnerable when you sleep. So he asked us to guard you to prevent any accidents from happening to you," Big Bluff said.
At this moment, Zhou Yingxue was still not fully aware of the seriousness of the problem. To be honest, Ren Xiaosu was not sure if there would still be a Barrier Alliance after this battle.
Big Bluff and P5092 looked at each other. Everyone was wondering if it was appropriate for a superhuman like Zhou Yingxue to be a sentinel here.
Big Bluff explained from the passenger seat, "We're already halfway through the water conservancy project, and half of the farmland has already been irrigated. It would be a pity to retreat back to Fortress 178 just like that."
Outside the dormitory window, it was already a brand new morning. The sun was slowly shining in through the windows.
Big Bluff said, "If the entire Central Plains has been taken over by the artificial intelligence, then Stronghold 143 is not our final destination. We must have a backup plan for our retreat."
"Young Marshal, you're awake." Big Bluff put on his shoes with a look of surprise. "You really took a long time to wake up. I thought something was wrong with your body!"
P5092 said calmly, "I need you to get your men to pick up their weapons again."
In fact, the cost of doing so would be minimal, but wouldn't Zhou Yingxue feel particularly uncomfortable?
"How long did I sleep for?" Ren Xiaosu asked. He looked up and saw P5092, Wang Yun, Ji Zi 'ang, Xun Yeyu, and the others were all huddled together in the dormitory at the outpost.
"Retreat to Fortress 178," Big Bluff answered.
"Mhm." Ren Xiaosu nodded.
However, Big Bluff was stunned. "That won't do, Young Marshal. These outposts were built for the sake of war in the first place. Every outpost has been painstakingly equipped with telephone lines to scout out the enemy's situation and buy time for the troops at the rear. Of course, no one wants to see sacrifices, but if they retreat, we'll really be blind. At that time, no one knows where the enemy will arrive or when they'll arrive. "
"Thank you, Master." Zhou Yingxue beamed.
However, Ren Xiaosu suddenly felt he might not have been woken up because he subconsciously felt Big Bluff and the others could be trusted.
Back when he was living in town, he would not be woken up by Yan Liuyuan's approach either.
However, Ren Xiaosu knew there was still another way to resolve the crisis. In fact, it seemed like this was the only way he had left.
At this moment, Black Fox should be on his way to transport the fertilizer with the recruits.
It was definitely not as simple as telling the residents to hurry up and run for their lives today.
"The entire combat command thinks we might have to retreat," Big Bluff said.
Ren Xiaosu thought for a moment and looked at P5092. "Lead the original Pyro Company troops back and participate in the construction of the rear defensive line. I'll let Mr. Zhang know about this. Zhou Yinglong's 3rd Field Division is on their way south. When the time comes, they'll be the ones to complete the defensive shift."
Ren Xiaosu said, "When we leave, you'll stay at this outpost. If you discover any enemy movements, immediately report to the rear. After that, you'll evacuate alone."
Ren Xiaosu smiled. "It won't come to that."
"Where's Mr. Zhang?" Ren Xiaosu asked.
"Sixteen hours." Big Bluff said, "We rushed over as soon as we received Commander Zhang's notice. Miss Xiaojin and Miss Yingxue are guarding outside, while the rest of us are guarding inside."
Ren Xiaosu stood up. "Return to Stronghold 144 with me and inform Zhou Yinglong to evacuate the outposts at the front lines as well. Everyone, report back to your respective fighting forces. Don't stay here and increase the casualties."
As soon as he finished speaking, Black Fox pushed open the meeting room's door.
Not only did the troops have to retreat, but the civilians here also had to retreat.
With Zhou Yingxue here, no one would be able to stop her even if the enemy arrived.
But if they did not evacuate with the civilians, putting aside whether it would violate the original intentions of the Northwest Army, human civilization would probably be in even more danger if they left so many people behind.
In fact, whether it was the Kyung Clan's Luo Lan, Zhou Qi, and Qing Yi, or Fortress 178's Ren Xiaosu, Big Bluff, and Zhang Jinglin, all of them would be exhausted.
Ren Xiaosu nodded.
Ren Xiaosu suddenly realized he had not slept for more than 40 hours and had also experienced the intense escape from Dusk. He was indeed a little overwhelmed.
Ren Xiaosu said expressionlessly, "Take your stinky feet and get lost!"
Right now, the entire Northwest had been cut off from the Central Plains.
"Yes!" The maidservant outside the window answered, "Master, why are you calling me?"
The areas controlled by these strongholds were not suitable for large-scale warfare. If they insisted on defending these places, the Northwest Army's losses would probably increase by an additional 30%.
As for the second matter, it would be even more difficult to deal with the enemy.
The group first returned to the 6th Field Division's garrison camp. After all the core members entered the conference room, Ren Xiaosu announced, "Today's discussion will be on how to arrange for the orderly evacuation of the entire Northwest's residents. Everyone, remember, organizing their evacuation is not a show of mercy. We can't leave them to the artificial intelligence."
In his dream, the Potato Shooters he and Yang Xiaojin had planted in the courtyard on East Tranquility Road had actually bloomed.
"Where's the backup plan?" Ren Xiaosu asked calmly.
This 30% was not a simple number. It involved tens of thousands of lives!
Ren Xiaosu had a long dream.
Ren Xiaosu shook his head and shouted out the window, "Zhou Yingxue!"
When Ren Xiaosu opened his eyes slowly, he saw Big Bluff sitting next to his bed and picking at his feet.
"Does Mr. Zhang have any instructions?" Ren Xiaosu asked.
The evacuation of over a million people was a long process. Based on Wang Yuexi's estimation, the entire evacuation plan would take a month to complete. However, according to Ren Xiaosu's estimation, the Central Plains' troops would arrive at Stronghold 144 in half a month at most.
Earlier on, he had reached an agreement with P5092. After the battle in the Warlock Nation, the original Pyro Company's fighting forces would withdraw from the battlefield and no longer participate in the civil war between the Barrier Alliance.
Ren Xiaosu looked out the window in a daze and wondered if he was really a jinx. Every time he wanted to stop, a new unforeseen event would come and destroy the home he had pinned all his hopes on.
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