"The vanguard? Hahahaha! What's the use of that? ”

Suddenly, Thoma burst into an extremely strange laugh: "Do you think that a single Wehrmacht infantry division can change the situation here?" As you can see, the dark creatures out there are types we've never seen before. Tell me, have any of you ever seen an ant that big? Who has ever seen a giant that is more than ten meters tall? The emperor is above, and this is not a war conflict zone, but a gray area. Why do they appear in such places? Why? ”

The mercenaries looked at each other, and to be honest, this was also a question in their minds.

The immigrants of Konoha Town have taken the previous battle as a legend. However, Oviado's mercenaries rarely believe that it is true. It's no surprise that people have always believed only in what they see with their eyes. The gray zone surrounds the entire human empire and is more than 10,000 kilometers long. Konoha is just a tiny dot in the middle of this gray band. In this gray area, there are probably more than a million dark hunters and mercenaries in action. Most of their targets are corpses of different ranks, or dark warriors. Similarly, with the exception of some key strategic points, dark creatures only attack small human settlements with average defenses.

The reason for this situation is not that both the empire and the dark world can maintain restraint, but because the focus of fierce competition between the two sides is the space domain.

The grey zone has been explored repeatedly over the past tens of thousands of years, and both the Empire and the Dark World are well aware that there are no more strategic resources in this area that is used as a strategic buffer. This is a dry desert, and its function is only to act as a separation between the two powers. Only those dark nobles and humans with ordinary strength, no qualifications, and no way to enter the space realm to compete for resources will choose this kind of place to compete for interests.

It's a conformist rule, but not everyone will abide by it. For example, the Dark Knight Las Messes, such as the current Dark Earl Watson, all because of a small entry point, triggered a fierce battle in the gray area with more than tens of thousands of battles.

Count Thomas, of course, would not know what was going on. He just analyzed it according to common sense and thought that Oviado was absolutely safe. Therefore, he accepted the appointment of Duke Marven and became the lord of the city here.

A qiē is ruined. Even if he managed to escape back to the Empire alive, Thoma could not have imagined the wrath he would face from the dukes and marquises.

The vibrations and gunfire from the ground grew more intense. This suggests that more dark creatures have stormed the city. The captain of the mercenary looked at the excited Thoma very worriedly, and persuaded, "Your Excellency, we should leave here as much as possible." Otherwise, it's too late. ”

"Nope! Lao Tzu doesn't go! ”

Count Thoma raised his head suddenly, and his eyes were filled with bloodshot fine lines, like a hungry and crazy beast: "Wherever you flee, it's the same. ”

Without waiting for the mercenary captain to answer, Thoma had already begun to shout regardless of Qiē: "We still have a chance, Konoha Town is very close to us, and it is the territory of the "Iron Warriors" legion. I've seen that guy named Su Hao, ask them for help, let them help us, and we will definitely be able to ......"

The mercenary captain, who couldn't bear it anymore, smashed his fist directly into the back of Thoma's head. The earl's eyes were straight, and he opened his mouth but failed to make a sound behind him, and fainted on the spot.

"Only in this way can this babbling madman shut up!"

The mercenary captain directly threw the unconscious Thomas into the hovercar, glanced at the fire that loomed from the entrance of the ground passage, and his eyes flashed with fear: "We have to get out of here quickly." Things have gotten out of control, and it's completely out of our reach. ”

Just as he turned over and stepped onto a magnetic motorcycle, one of the accompanying mercenaries said a little unbearable: "Let's leave like this, what about those people in the city?" ”

A cold chill appeared on the mercenary captain's face, he pulled out his pistol and aimed it at the mercenary's eyebrows: "Why, you can't understand me?" Or do you want to stay and die with those people? ”

The mercenary immediately closed his mouth and stopped talking.

Soon, a very fast convoy drove out of the underground warehouse, quickly passed through the unlost city gate in the eastern direction, and left Oviado.

Behind them, there was a raging fire, hoarse screams.

……

Standing at the top of the Konoha Town Fortress, you can clearly see the firelight of Oviado City.

Half an hour ago, Su Hao ordered the whole town to enter a state of high alert, all defense facilities were unlocked electronically, and large-caliber artillery opened the rotary firing range one after another, all aiming at Oviaduo.

The electronic detection mechanical sentries set up outside the town did not send back any news of an invasion. There are no bioelectric waves of special species such as ants and demons in the lower layers of the earth, and no large-scale corpse colonies have been found in the outer areas. A qiē shows that the core of the battle only revolves around the city of Oviado. It seems to be the only place where the dark creatures are interested. They were clever enough to avoid the smaller, but impregnable town of Konoha and opt for the thin-shelled walnut-like Oviado. Now, they have smashed through the outer layer of the walnut and eaten the tender flesh inside.

"We ...... Should I help them? ”

This is what pharmacist Zhang Zhongyuan said more than ten minutes ago. What he wanted to say was not actually like that, but "We should help them." ”

Team pastor Tolugar stood next to Su Hao. Everyone, including him, is well aware of the entanglement of interests between Konoha Town and Oviado. No one opened his mouth to persuade Su Hao, just silently waiting for the order from him.

Kenson and Mo Xingkui were not present. They are also trained and tested at the Corps headquarters. However, Su Hao could also imagine the different attitudes of these two subordinates on this matter.

Kenson is more conservative and more sophisticated. He would certainly have persuaded himself to send troops to the rescue of Oviado.

As for Mo Xingkui, he was a guy with a radical personality. In the face of this situation, he will only say coldly: "Since they have abandoned this place, they must honestly accept their current fate." ”

It's a dilemma.

In all fairness, Su Hao didn't want to be nosy at all. The last time he left Count Thoma's office, Su Hao also deliberately left a cruel word. At that time, he himself did not expect that this sentence would be realized so quickly. Moreover, it is still an attack from the dark world.

Su Hao had already put on a full set of power armor, and his weapon backpack and energy device were in the best condition. He silently stared at the burning city of Oviado in the distance, his expression cold, except for a slight hint of imperceptible mockery on the corners of his mouth that curled slightly.

Dark creatures aren't all fools, they're smart. If it were me, I would only choose Oviado City, which was easy to start.

Isn't that so?

Even if they do have the ability to take Konoha Town, the weapons and armaments here will be useless against the dark creatures. What's more, it has been turned into a well-fortified military fortress. They will only break their heads and bleed in front of the heavy artillery of the strong wall, and they will suffer heavy casualties. In contrast, Oviado, which is still prosperous, can make them very profitable.

It is the duty of every legionnaire to protect the people.

But those people, they are no longer within the scope that Su Hao is willing to protect. This has happened before. Su Hao stood in front to deal with the danger, and they survived because of it. Eventually, however, they chose to leave and go to the city of Oviado, where living conditions were even better. It is the essence of human nature to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, and Su Hao has nothing to say about it. But no matter what, people must have some kind of belief in life.

"They don't have faith, not even their own."

Su Hao's lips opened slightly, and he said slowly: "They never think that the current qiē is given by others, they only think that it is the result of their own struggle." In fact, they did nothing and could not do anything. When danger comes, they cry and plead. When you appear in front of them, they will only take it for granted, not that they have been saved. ”

Su Hao remembered Wang Hu. Although that person's death was directly related to himself, it is undeniable that Wang Hu is indeed qualified to be called the guardian of Konoha Town. He gave his life at that time, and yet, how many people still remember his name?

And the priests in the town. He was always on a mission, smiling at everyone. But very few people actually wanted to go into the church, and people didn't even want to hear him preach and hear him recite the Holy Book in the most sincere voice. Compared with the ethereal and illusory faith, it is still the golden coin that is more real.

Su Hao has always believed that those who are willing to stay are the believers who are truly worthy of redemption. He himself didn't understand why he suddenly had faith in the emperor. Su Hao had never seen that person, but he only learned about the emperor's many deeds from other mouths and books. It seems natural that faith was born from this, but this kind of thing didn't happen to those who left in Konoha Town.

Now, the people in town aren't exactly "worker bees". The power of blood and genes cannot affect all people. The most precious thing in human nature is still faith and faith.

Torugal and Zhang Zhongyuan glanced at each other, and they both saw understanding and helplessness in each other's eyes.

It has been a long time since he became Su Hao's comrade-in-arms. They all know something about what once happened in Konoha Town. Zhang Zhongyuan wanted to persuade Su Hao to send troops, but there was nothing wrong with it. This would have been the duty of the legionnaires. The problem is that the decision lies with Su Hao himself.

According to the rules of battle, if the fortified fortress is threatened, the commander can refuse to send troops for assistance or the like, depending on the situation. In short, Su Hao's indifference and disregard for Oviado can no one take it as a sin.

"They don't have faith, but I do."

Su Hao's eyes released a strange brilliance, and his expression became more and more determined: "We are all gathered together for a common goal. The reason why the number of people of high character is scarce is precisely because there is an essential difference between them and ordinary people. The devil wants to tempt us with material things and profits, and we have always guarded our hearts from darkness. Yes, they are sinners, and this crime must be atonemented by death. Isn't it a sin to be a bystander? We could have attained a higher moral and spiritual purification from it, but we have become dirty ourselves because of our narrow thinking. We are holy, and we should not be tempted. Close your eyes, close your ears, hold your breath, and use your mind to make the purest and most direct judgment. There is no need for any reference, no need for persuasion and inducement. We are independent and powerful fighters, and we ...... It's a brave and powerful Red Dragon Warband! ”

Su Hao himself didn't know why he said these words? At that moment, his mind couldn't help but think of what he had read in the Holy Scriptures. He felt that these words had penetrated into the depths of his mind and became a part of his body.

It's realization, it's instinct.

Others can be filthy and sinful. But he must not be disturbed.

"Because, we are purifiers. And they ...... Although he has betrayed and made the wrong choice, he is still human after all. ”

Muttering these words from his mouth, Su Hao turned around, with undoubted determination and perseverance, his gaze swept over everyone waiting by his side, and he roared deeply and clearly: "Let's go now." Goal, Oviado City. ”

An indescribably powerful current of heat surged through the bodies of everyone present.

Zhang Zhongyuan looked at Su Hao with extremely fanatical eyes, and muttered in a voice that only he could hear: "I knew it would be like this." I didn't choose the wrong follower, this guy does have a noble and pure character. All right! Whatever he had done before, whether he had some kind of conspiracy in his head or not, he was now a qualified team commander. He also deserves to be called "sir" by me. ”

Tolugar's reaction was not as strong as Zhang's, and he remembered his mentor, Bishop Modigrinha, who is still coaching at the 101 training camp. The teacher is not wrong, Su Hao is indeed a person worth following. At the very least, it will be difficult for you to forgive those who have betrayed you. They did have a chance to atone for their sins, but they had to pay the price of blood and fire first.

With an order from the team commander, the entire Konoha Town immediately became boiling.

More than a dozen "Seeker" infantry fighting vehicles quickly opened the hatches, and the heavily armed legionnaires rushed out of their respective barracks and assembled on the playground as fast as they could. The townspeople, the servants recognized by the "Iron Warriors", drove dozens of armored trucks loaded with ammunition and supplies. Behind all these figures running back and forth and countless vehicles overlapped, from the underground hangar that the mechanical slaves had spent two months constructing, the all-steel gates flush with the ground level slowly opened, revealing a sloping ramp from top to bottom. In the depths of the tunnel, where light and darkness are intertwined, there is a dull sound of heavy machinery running over the ground, which makes people's hearts palpitate, and there is an indescribable shock and fear.

There are few weapons in the arsenal of the Human Empire that are as popular as the Spectre Blade. During the distant years of total war, a variety of different types of super-heavy tanks were widely equipped with the imperial army. Especially during the First World War between the Empire and the Dark World, the Institute designed hundreds of giant tank schemes to serve the Emperor and his army. However, the dark world's all-out assault on the research space, and these advanced technologies disappeared along with the fragmentation of the information memory. Over the years, the Imperial Military Department and the Holy See have been searching for the lost technology in various space domains, and collecting the relevant numbers of super-heavy vehicles. After 20,000 years, the seekers, with their thirst for knowledge and enthusiasm for human revival, overcame countless bottlenecks and mistakes, and finally brought to light the fragments of information about the manufacturing blueprint buried deep in the space realm.

This is not a drawing of a heavy combat vehicle originally designed in the space field, but a combination of war experience and real-world needs, through the fusion of known armored vehicle technology, so as to combine it into a complete and mature technology. With the lessons of the previous time, the Holy See and the Imperial Legion imposed the strictest closed management measures on the chariot drawings. Only those of the highest rank of Archbishop and Legion Commander are entitled to consult and call these drawings. This also invisibly adds a cloak of mystery to the "Ghost Blade". At least, in the eyes of outsiders.

This super combat vehicle, with a combat weight of more than 180 tons, was simply born specifically for war. It's a mobile armored fortress, and although it's bulky, it's extremely maneuverable thanks to the power of multiple large engines. Thick heavy armor ensures that the Ghost Blade has an extremely high survival rate on the battlefield, and the twin combat cannon provides extremely devastating firepower. It is like the most solid mountain, a banner, no matter where it appears on the battlefield, it will give the Imperial army the hardest protection, the most violent fire support, and overwhelming praise and cheers.

This powerful weapon of war requires a crew of eight and is under the unified command of the commander. Although Su Hao himself also wanted to send more heavy tanks, with the current comprehensive strength of the Red Dragon team, at most he could make up two "Ghost Blades" combat formation.

Dai Xiaolou seems to be in charge of an incomparably large armory. He gave the Red Dragon Combat Team five "Ghost Blades" at one time. This powerful and spectacular weapon is very eye-catching in Konoha Town, and even if it is parked in an underground hangar that was completed in the later stage, it still can't eliminate all kinds of discussions caused by people who have seen it.

In another section of the underground hangar, a new passage appeared.

The dreadnought mech is a huge fighter jet. It is usually two to three times as tall as a legionnaire and can weigh up to several tons. This is a heavy infantry mech that is more powerful and equipped with more weapons than a powered warframe, rather than armor in the ordinary sense. Dreadnought technology originated from one of the Empire's earliest civilian security devices, a ground armored weapon that mimicked the appearance of a human and walked on two legs. As the original construction machine, the predecessor of the dreadnought mecha also had another name - "walking machine". The reason why tracks, which are more efficient and faster, are not used is to adapt to rough and complex terrain. After all, in mountainous terrain, vehicles are simply impassable. I1292