Sibo no longer had the confidence he had in Yuan Zhicheng's request for a mission. His understanding of the world, his understanding of the power system, collapsed at this moment. Nothing was left but a ruin that remained in the mind.

According to the plan, the round-up force at Sibo's disposal includes three armored marine divisions, six infantry divisions, as well as army aviation and air force units, plus mysterious and powerful "minions".

These units are distributed in various predetermined ambush areas, and with only one order is required, they will quickly rush to the designated place in the shortest possible time.

In the lower right corner of the computer, the calculated numbers of Su Hao's running speed are constantly changing. In just a few minutes, the speed limit has soared to 0 km/h.

"Oh my God, it's unbelievable."

"Is this guy still human? His current temperature must have exceeded normal, perhaps reaching a high temperature of more than forty degrees. What is his lung capacity? Didn't he need oxygen at all? ”

"It is absolutely impossible for human musculoskeletal bodies to sustain such intense and long-term vigorous exercise. If this continues, he will either run away alive or break his leg bone. Even the most high-level reinforcement person can't maintain a high-speed run, he's dead."

There was chaos in the command headquarters, with exclamations and screams one after another. Sibo doesn't have too many restrictions on his subordinates, as long as it doesn't affect the work at hand, he can tell jokes and chat for a short time. At this moment, the headquarters has completely become a square for individuals to express their opinions and opinions.

A young female lieutenant walked up to Booth, her shining eyes full of worry.

This is a handsome and extremely capable boss. With his youthful appearance, rank of colonel, and elegant conversation, Sibo has long become the best male companion in the minds of many female officers and subordinates.

She wanted to say something to explain the man she liked, but she didn't know how to open her mouth rudely

A few seconds later, a gloomy face broke the silence first.

"Send a report to the headquarters of the Northern Theater of Operations: The round-up operation has failed, and the target has broken out of the encirclement and is moving at high speed in the southwest direction."

Despite his frustration and loss, Sibo had no desire to shirk responsibility. Things have changed beyond their means. Even if Yuan Zhicheng is angry and held accountable, he will not arbitrarily condemn himself.

Subtle eyes, Sibo was puzzled.

Su Hao's ability to be described as "perverted" came from?

The darkness of the night was fading, and a dim light appeared on the horizon. The time when the sun appeared was still the same as usual, but the sky was covered with dense dark clouds, which rigidly suppressed the light and spread on the ground, and every qiē looked hazy and heavy.

Xu Renjie sat alone in his office, staring at the computer screen with a solemn face, his frozen figure almost blending in with his surroundings and colors.

Zhao Zhikai on the screen is still tall and majestic, and this unique momentum comes from the general's uniform on his appearance, as well as the deep wrinkles on his forehead and the corners of his eyes. At any given time, age combined with a large and powerful power can create a suffocating oppressive effect.

Zhao Zhikai's gaze was extremely deep and threatening. He kept looking at Xu Renjie like this, and asked lightly: "Tell me, how did you think about it?" ”

Secret communication between the two generals began two hours earlier. In terms of formality, it is certainly not formal. However, the content made Xu Renjie attach great importance to it, and even concentrated all his attention.

The administrative headquarters has submitted all relevant bills on Su Hao's "rebellion". At the latest round of the military committee, which has just ended, these bills were passed. All members of the military department unanimously found that Su Hao was guilty of more than 40 crimes, including treason, committing violence, deceiving superiors and subordinates, refusing to obey orders, acting without permission, and privately occupying state property. Each of these items has been carefully verified by the Judge Advocate General's Office, and the most tangible evidence is available.

"He's a really good young man. But you have to understand that refusing to obey orders is Su Hao's biggest problem. We've worked hard to get him back on the right track. Unfortunately, all work failed. ”

Although he was persuading in tone, Zhao Zhikai's empty and cold tone made Xu Renjie shudder: "This is not a problem between you and me, nor is it a misunderstanding caused by the misinterpretation of the military department's order. Su Hao chose the path of "self-reliance" from the beginning. He is looking for opportunities among us, and he is desperate to get more out of his strength. Hehe, you have also seen that the new Guiyang base was built in just a few months, and the divisions under the 505th Group Army did not defend the base to attack the abandoned city, but scattered to the surrounding areas and stationed. What is Su Hao's purpose? Is it just to increase the intensity of the battle? Take a good look at the map, he has unconsciously completed the distribution of forces, surrounding the entire Xincheng base city in the middle. ”

Xu Renjie's expression was a little sluggish, and he hesitated and said, "No, it shouldn't be like this." Su Hao was just dispersing his forces in order to gain more space for battle. He did not cross the agreed sphere of influence, nor did he cross the line. He, he, he...... Actually, it's very well-behaved. ”

Zhao Zhikai snorted coldly, and his voice had a cold, hard metal taste: "Even if he was like this at the beginning, can you guarantee that it will be the same in the future?" It takes time to go from weak to strong, and the initial weakness is to be better and stronger in the future. The kindness he shows you now does not mean that it will always be so. Think about those guys in history who are forbearing, their ultimate goal is to get rid of their opponents and take the position calmly. Su Hao is no different from them. He is a snake desperately looking for warmth and eager to survive the winter. If you continue like this, you'll be that stupid farmer. ”

Xu Renjie did not answer. He took a cigarette out of his cigarette case, lit it, and the moment the lighter port erupted flames, a deep black shadow of him shaking was reflected on the opposite wall.

"This is a joint operation of the military department against the 505 Army. All units and branches of the army will arrive at the offensive position at the appointed time. The battle plan is not a secret, and the huge forces can completely carry out a crushing attack on the 505th Army in the process of encirclement. In terms of strength and weaponry, we have absolute superiority.

Zhao Zhikai continued to say in a bland and threatening tone: "The north and east are already impregnable, as long as you block the gap in the southwest direction, Su Hao will not be able to go anywhere, so he can only be honestly restrained." ”

Without waiting for Xu Renjie to answer, Zhao Zhikai continued his unfinished words: "I have always been fair. You should be well aware of my style of doing things. As it stands, biological warfare will continue for a long time. Maybe a dozen years, or even decades. With the technological power we have at our disposal, it is difficult to inflict devastating damage on mutated creatures. Especially under the premise that there are restrictions on the use of weapons, the only way to win this war is to further expand the size of the army. Later army groups will be even larger, perhaps twenty or thirty divisions. As the commander of the army group, the rank of lieutenant general will definitely no longer match. The Ministry of Military Affairs is already working on a new promotion plan to add the ranks of captain, colonel, general and marshal to the existing ones. The 71st Group Army has always been the absolute combat power of the southwest region. As long as you maintain the status quo, you can completely cross several more ranks in the ranks. Don't forget, in the newly prescribed military system, in addition to generals, there are also generals and marshals. ”

Xu Renjie was silent.

He was reluctant to deal with Su Hao. It's really despicable to just form an alliance and give the other party a backhand stab. Of course, in the eyes of politicians, meanness or loyalty is just a piece of, and profit is the only eternity in the world.

Zhao Zhikai's conditions can only be regarded as so-so. What is the only force stationed in the Southwest? What the hell is the rank of general? It's all empty. Anyone can say it if they turn their mouths up and down, but they won't come up with the real benefits.

Xu Renjie had already noticed the abnormal movements of the troops on the Eastern Front and the Northern Front. He always thought that it was a normal transfer and change of guard, but he didn't expect that the spearhead was directly aimed at Su Hao. This is not a dull mind, but a subjective thinking that is entirely centered on the military department. After all, such a thing as one's own people beating one's own people has never happened since the founding of the People's Republic of China. The opponents of biological warfare are mutated creatures.

"Can you not do this?"

After thinking for a few minutes, Xu Renjie raised his head and said in an astringent tone: "Su Hao is definitely not what you imagined. He may have ambitions, but there is absolutely no backlash. His rise from civilian to general was only a few short years. He needs more experience than an all-out push from above. Believe me, no one has seen this more than I do. He was a true fighter who fought to change the world, and his record was unmatched. It would be unfair to convict just because of something inconspicuous. ”

The brailness on Zhao Zhikai's face disappeared in an instant, and was replaced by a more eerie depth: "The intersection between you and Su Hao seems to be much deeper than I imagined." ”

Xu Renjie didn't answer, but only showed a wry smile on his face that only he knew the true meaning.

At the beginning, he himself had a strong dislike for Su Hao. This resistance continued to fade with Wang Qinian's participation, and finally completely transformed into diametrically opposed consciousness.

Yes, in matters of right and wrong, the military department clearly occupies the absolute high position of judge. They can criticize Su Hao from a moral point of view. But the question is, how many tricks are hidden behind these flamboyant moves?

On the surface, it was a large-scale concentration of troops to encircle the 505th Group Army, and the spearhead of the attack was directly aimed at the new Guiyang base

From a in-depth analysis, why not form an encirclement of the 71st Group Army, and the focus of the attack is the new Chengdu base city?

This is not an empty imagination. Xu Renjie is well aware of his weaknesses and strengths. The existing distribution and stationing areas of the various army groups have been fixed since peacetime. At that time, the framework of morality and order still existed, and no one could have imagined the series of changes brought about by the outbreak of the virus. Obviously, the military department has seen the consequences of the initial decentralization, and the big names want to retract the power that was released. For example, its own 71 Group Army. Perhaps, at the military committee, a new commander has been quietly agreed.

That's right, the spearhead of the military department's plan is indeed the new Guiyang base. But who can guarantee that after the total annihilation or defeat of the 505th Group Army, they will not continue to advance the direction of attack to the southwest, and then capture Xinchengdu?

Now is no more than peacetime. Without military power in his hands, there is only a dead end.

Xu Renjie stopped thinking. He took a hard puff of his cigarette, with the smoke coming out of his mouth and nose, his eyes calm and peaceful.

"You're wrong. Su Hao and I are just ordinary friends. ”

Zhao Zhikai's gaze began to slacken. But Xu Renjie's next words made the ease that had just appeared in his mind instantly become angry.

"There aren't many people in this world who can be considered a friend to me."

Zhao Zhikai suppressed his anger, his expression did not change in the slightest, and his tone was as flat as if he was talking about another thing: "Are you sure? ”

Xu Renjie nodded solemnly and affirmatively: "When the new Chengdu base encountered a biological frenzy, I sent a distress signal to all the surrounding troops and military headquarters. The reply from the military headquarters was to ask me to "stick to the spot" and not send any reinforcements from the friendly and neighboring theaters. Only Su Hao appeared, who appeared when I was the most dangerous, the most helpless, and the closest to death. ”

"Hmph"

Zhao Zhikai's snort was obviously mixed with anger. The wrinkles on his forehead deepened, and his tone was as bitter as a woman's, full of sarcasm: "So, you are dead set on Su Hao?" Trusting? ”

Xu Renjie shook his head and said seriously: "It's hard to talk about it. However, the person who can pull me back from the line of death will definitely not shoot me in the back. ”

Zhao Zhikai was stunned, and his expression instantly became very complicated. After a long time, he slowly raised his right hand and erected two fingers.

"Whatever happened before, I hope you can understand and forgive the reaction of the military department at that time. I promise you two terms of compensation. First, the 71 st Group Army can add 10 new divisions and regiments to the existing base, and all weapons and equipment will be uniformly distributed by the military headquarters. Second: you appear in the new promotion list, with the rank of general. ”

The tone of the words is deep, seductive and threatening.

Xu Renjie smiled slowly.

Zhao Zhikai slowly frowned.

The other party's smile was so strange that he couldn't grasp the meaning of it. However, the speculation and inexplicability only lasted for a few seconds, and the mystery had been uncovered by Xu Renjie.

"I'm sorry, I'm not going to be involved in your plans. The 71 Army will not participate in the battles of either side, I will remain neutral. ”

Of course, lip service is deceptive. Xu Renjie has already made up his mind and resolutely stands on Su Hao's side. If the military department really wants to launch a full-scale offensive with a ruthless hand, the hundreds of thousands of troops under its command will not be vegetarians.

He certainly wouldn't say these things. At the very least, maintain a superficial respect for the chairman of the military department.

Zhao Zhikai's gaze immediately became full of coldness. He stared at Xu Renjie, took out a pre-prepared text from the drawer, and said slowly: "Since this is the case, let's put everything on the surface." Now, in my capacity as the chairman of the military department, I have given an order: the 71st Army must complete its assembly within three days and launch an attack on the Xingui base from the southwest. ”

Previously, it was just two people talking in secret. Now, it's official. Although the content is the same, the form has undergone a fundamental transformation.

Xu Renjie's face turned slightly pale.

He was well aware that the meaning of secret talk and command was very different. If he still refuses, it is very likely that he will be included in the list of "traitors" by the military department, just like Su Hao.

An unfathomable and controllable sneer appeared on Zhao Zhikai's face: "You'd better think clearly before answering." Although I was upset by the conversation just now, I still have the patience to wait for you for a few more minutes. I remind you that this is the last chance to choose. ”

Xu Renjie felt like he was being pushed to the edge of a cliff. The retreat has been completely sealed, and all other directions are bottomless abysses. One step at a time, not knowing what the result will be.

He felt a huge crisis and couldn't help but tremble a few times.

"Needless to say, I will not obey such orders."

Xu Renjie's voice was hoarse, but his attitude was very resolute: "I will not shoot at my own people, never."

Zhao Zhikai stared at him coldly for nearly half a minute and turned off the communication.

The two conditions just put forward do not include the continuation of Xu Renjie's power and the independence of the new Chengdu base. In short, the conditions appear to be preferential on the surface, but in reality they hide murderous intentions.

Perhaps, Xu Renjie, this bastard, is smarter than I thought. At the very least, he could see the problem.

This is just Zhao Zhikai's personal thoughts. He didn't know that Xu Renjie was not as complicated as he imagined. The reason why he refused at the last moment was that Xu Renjie suddenly remembered Wang Qinian at that time.

The old fat man never missed anything.

The Academy of Sciences has chosen to side with Su Hao, why can't I do this?

What's more, Su Hao helped Lao Tzu. For those who have saved their lives, there must always be something to say.

Liu Jiangyuan and Fang Chen's escape plan went very smoothly. Although two transfer orders were obtained by means of forged documents, they were discovered a few hours after the troops left the barracks.

The theater command immediately contacted the 517th Division and Pei and questioned Liu Jiangyuan and Fang Chen. In this regard, Liu Jiangyuan's explanation is: We did not violate the order, and the order of Wen Jiàn shall prevail.

Troops in action were unable to keep telecommunications open. The half-hour-long contact process is always accompanied by strong radio waves. This is not that Liu Jiangyuan did it on purpose, but that there is a large magnetite deposit near the garrison area. This has always been listed as an "insurmountable" regional obstacle in the theater command repository. In the past, when the 517th Division was in urgent need of supplies, the theater command always used the excuse of "poor communication" to prevaricate.

Communication was intermittent, but the speed of the troops did not slow down in the slightest. In desperation, the theater command could only send a liaison helicopter. At this time, Liu Jiangyuan and Fang Chen were about to cross the outer edge of the provincial highway.