Chapter 15: The Journey, Heaven and Hell
After the group retrieved the blueprints of the Son of the Storm fighter in Colorado, they boarded the fighter, started the engine, and rushed towards the Texas border defense line. Tanya took a Hammerhead Shark attack helicopter and headed towards the Mayport Naval Base in Florida, determined to recapture this key location to cut off the important channel for the Su army to reinforce the Eagle Sauce.
During the flight, Mengzhi asked the pilot: "How long will it take us to reach our destination?" The pilot glanced at the navigation instrument and replied: "Five minutes at most."
These short five minutes seemed like a long wait for the Mengzhi. They were anxious and could not wait to reach the destination and take the next step. Everyone understood that this mission was related to the direction of the entire war, and they had to go all out and not make any mistakes.
Time passed minute by minute, and finally, the pilot's voice came again: "We are about to reach our destination, please be prepared for battle!" Mengzhi and others immediately became nervous. He had already opened the combat terminal, ready to command the Meng army here to resist the attack from Latin and Meng.
As the fighter plane gradually approached the Texas border defense line, Mengzhi could see the winding mountains, endless deserts and scattered military facilities below through the porthole. This was the first line of defense against the Latin Tongmeng attack, and it was also the position they had to hold.
Meanwhile, the commandos led by Tanya were also rapidly approaching the Mayport Naval Base. She knew her mission well. If they failed to successfully retake the naval base, the Meng army would face a steady stream of Soviet support. If they could retake the base, they could provide a channel for overseas troops and Meng friends to support the base. Therefore, she focused on the scenery outside the window, silently praying that everything would go well.
"Well, I'll open the combat terminal and give the command."
————Combat control system connected————
[Military Operation: Road to the Journey-Location: Eagle Sauce, Mexican Border, Texas]
[Mission Objective 1: Stop Latin Tongmeng's attack]
At that time, there were only a few Bulldog tanks and five Stryker infantry fighting vehicles on the border between the United States and Mexico, and there were only a few dozen soldiers. There were only a few machine gun bunkers and fixed artillery positions at the gate.
"Commander, due to the Latin declaration of war against Meng, there is now a war along the entire southern border. The defense line here is jointly arranged by the local Meng army and militia. In addition, I have sent the training information of the Sons of the Storm and the Rocket Flyers. You can now train these two units."
"Well, I see."
"Hello, are you Major Scott?" At this time a call came in.
"May I ask you are……"
"I am Colonel Becton, commander of the XX Division of Texas. I learned earlier that the checkpoint you are heading to is the focus of the battle between the two sides. The battle situation here is tense, and I can only dispatch an armored team to support you. I will provide you with more reinforcements after the battle here is over."
Hearing this, Mengzhi felt a surge of warmth in his heart, and he said gratefully: "Thank you very much, Colonel Beighton! I am very encouraged by your support and trust. With your help, we will definitely be able to hold on to this critical checkpoint."
Colonel Beyton laughed heartily, "Why thank me? This is our job. You better hold on. If you lose it, I'll beat you up! But don't worry, I believe you have the ability. By the way, I have just sent you the information on the Latin weapons. Study it carefully. Only by knowing yourself and the enemy can you win every battle! Get ready for a big fight!"
At this time, a document was uploaded to Mengzhi's combat terminal. He couldn't wait to open it and check it out. It recorded in detail all the weapons and equipment that Latin Tongmeng had deployed on the battlefield, including their performance, power, and possible weaknesses. This detailed information allowed Mengzhi to have a deeper understanding of the enemy and filled him with confidence in the upcoming battle.
Looking at the information in his hand, Mengzhi's gratitude to Colonel Betton deepened. He knew that this intelligence was crucial to their battle, and it would become a powerful basis for them to formulate strategies and deal with the enemy. With such valuable information, they would be able to better exert their strength and resist the enemy's attack.
At this moment, the Son of Storm fighter plane landed steadily at the airport near the border like a mighty eagle. The ground crew at the airport quickly and skillfully began to refuel and load ammunition for the Son of Storm fighter plane. When the three people got off the plane, several other well-trained pilots immediately boarded the plane and took over their mission.
Then, Mengzhi quickly added a Storm Son, making the fleet just enough to form a complete formation. However, if he wanted to increase the number of aircraft further, he would have to wait until the construction of the extended runway was completed.
At the same time, the reinforcements sent by Colonel Beyton also rushed along the road. When Mengzhi saw the four Abrams tanks in the team from afar, he couldn't help but feel a surge of joy in his heart. He immediately made arrangements, letting these Abrams cooperate with friendly forces to guard the direction of the road and resist possible enemies; while the Storm Son fighters will focus on Latin Tongmeng's Destroyer vehicles and half-track vehicles, ready to attack them at any time; as for the infantry, they will be stationed in the technological bunkers repaired by engineers distributed on various small roads, using the terrain advantage to block the enemy. As for the rocket soldiers, their flexible and mobile characteristics make them the best "firefighters". Wherever there are many enemies, they will fly there like lightning to carry out clearing operations. In addition, the Warhawks and Hammerhead Sharks that have just arrived at the battlefield will also shoulder important missions, cooperate with the rocket soldiers to fight together to deal with various emergencies.
"Sam, what are you going to eat after this battle is over?" A rocket pilot, with a mischievous smile on his face, asked his friend who was flying a Warhawk helicopter not far away.
Sam, the pilot of the Warhawk helicopter, took off his helmet, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and said lightly: "I'd like to have some cold ice cream, Bill. The temperature here is so hot that it's unbearable. It's like being baked in an oven." His words revealed his relaxed attitude towards the upcoming battle, as if all this was just a small episode in his life.
However, at this moment, Simon, a classmate of the two and a pilot of the Son of Storm fighter, interrupted their conversation. He frowned and said seriously, "Sam, Bill, stop talking and focus on the current task. This is not a joke. Every minute and every second of our work is related to the development of the war."
Sam and Bill looked at each other and smiled awkwardly. They realized that they were indeed a little too relaxed, so they immediately adjusted their state and prepared to engage in a tense battle.
At this moment, Mengzhi's voice suddenly came from the communication channel: "Okay, guys, let's focus on the current task first. I know you are very confident and looking forward to the delicious food after the battle. But now, let's focus on the battlefield. However, I heard some of you discussing what to eat when you come back later." Mengzhi's words were full of humor and ridicule, which eased the tense atmosphere a little.
Someone couldn't help laughing, and there was a burst of laughter in the communication channel. Mengzhi also laughed, and he continued: "I declare that all those who come back alive can eat whatever they want, I will treat them!" His voice was full of confidence and heroism, as if this battle was just a piece of cake for him.
"Long live the commander!" For a moment, all the pilots cheered for Mengzhi's generosity and heroism. They felt a warm current surge in their hearts, as if at this moment, all the difficulties and challenges became insignificant.
Watching those pilots heading to the front line with confidence, Mengzhi couldn't help but sigh: "The sky has always been the domain of eagles. These guys are like a group of eagles soaring in the sky. They are brave and fearless and dare to face any challenge. I believe that with their efforts, we will definitely win this battle."
Just as the Mengzhi training troops were preparing to resist the attack of Latin Tongmeng, they heard a series of roars, and several self-destructing jeeps, under the cover of assault 4WDs and attack motorcycles, launched the first round of attacks on the Meng army like a tiger descending from a mountain! Most of these crazy guys rushed towards the wall on the right side of the checkpoint gate!
After Mengzhi urgently assembled the troops to eliminate the enemy, he was surprised to find that there were a large number of oil drums piled there!
"Who piled up these oil drums?" Mengzhi frowned and glanced at the soldiers around him.
"I guess it was done by the position commander here some time ago." One of the soldiers muttered.
Mengzhi was speechless for a while, secretly cursing the commander of the position for being so reckless. He quickly contacted the commander of the position, explained the situation to him, and ordered him to immediately evacuate the troops to a safe distance. After everything was arranged, Mengzhi detonated the oil barrels without hesitation. Suddenly, flames shot up into the sky, thick smoke billowed, and the scene was extremely spectacular!
With the end of this wave of explosions, the long and boring defense work officially kicked off. Latin and Meng commanded the troops to attack from multiple directions, but they were all wiped out by Mengzhi and his small price. At this time, the reinforcements sent by Colonel Betton were also rushing in through the desert road. The construction workers on the battlefield were also constantly opening up new airport runways to accommodate more Storm Son fighters. In the end, there was a Storm Son team patrolling every path.
"Damn it! Who on earth is the commander on the opposite side?" The Latin commander roared in anger.
"Reporting to the commander, based on the intelligence analysis provided by the flower-growing side, the other party is most likely the commander of that Eagle Sauce." The adjutant on the side answered respectfully, holding the information.
"Damn it! This bastard air force has been targeting our Destroyer vehicles and Buratino rocket vehicles. Our troops are not good at this kind of offensive operations, and the technology provided by Seris is also prepared for us to flexibly launch guerrilla warfare. But now these complex terrains force us to fight them head-on. This is simply an extremely stupid war of attrition!" After complaining indignantly, the Latin commander slumped in the command chair like a deflated ball. The adjutant turned around and left silently, and began to prepare for the last round of desperate raids.
"Huh... these guys are really endless!" Mengzhi complained while wiping the sweat from his forehead. After rounds of fierce fighting, they successfully resisted another wave of fierce attacks from Latin Tongmeng.
At this moment, the border checkpoint has become dilapidated and scarred. The once sturdy building is now unrecognizable, with craters and signs of damage everywhere. The crucial technological bunkers on both sides of the huge gate have been repeatedly repaired by engineers, but they still look fragile.
What's worse is that some of the technological bunkers on the trails have become the enemy's main targets. In order to protect them from being destroyed by the flamethrowers of the Destroyer vehicles, Mengzhi had to order the deployment of fixed turrets and machine gun bunkers around them to form a solid line of defense. He once witnessed the defenders of a technological bunker being devoured by the flamethrowers of the Destroyer vehicles in just five seconds. The tragic scene is still vivid in his mind.
However, a communication interrupted Mengzhi's thoughts.
"Commander, the Su troops in Los Angeles have been defeated by Lieutenant Colonel Reyes and Major Orlando. The Su troops around Los Angeles have gone to support. The Su troops stationed at the Mayport Naval Base in Florida have also sent a lot of people to reinforce. This is an opportunity for us. The defense there is currently empty. It is a great opportunity for us to retake the naval base in one fell swoop. I hope you are not late."