newbobooks Chapter 543 Coordinated Battle
Chapter 543 Coordinated Battle
After boarding the flagship, Li Chenglong asked Cynthia, who was traveling with him, what the warship was called. Cynthia explained that the warship was a new type of vessel that had only been completed several decades ago, and as for its name, Queen Raymond had never given it one, referring to it simply as the flagship for convenience.
The three planets dispatched a total of eight space fleets. Hailan and Meilan each sent three fleets, while Roland sent two. This was mainly because the three planets had different strengths, and Roland, with its only level 14 powerhouse, needed even fewer warships.
According to the pre-arranged battle plan, the eight fleets from the three planets would first meet at one location before heading together to the special forces' gathering place. Since it would take some time, the four of them rested temporarily at a rest area.
At the rest area, Li Chenglong took out all the weapons. He gave two halberds to Nangong Yanran, a dagger to Zhao Liying, and also temporarily handed over the six weapons he had left for his family to Zhao Liying.
As for the two swords, he gave one to Zhang Yang, hoping that Zhang Yang would pass it on to Commander Chen Guoqiang. The other sword, which was originally intended for Shangguan Jingyun, was given to Zhao Liying for safekeeping.
Li Chenglong also gifted Zhang Yang a longsword he had bought while shopping earlier. Although it was certainly not comparable to the weapon personally crafted by Queen Raymond, it was still several levels better than the ion war blades currently used in the military.
Although both Nangong Yanran and Zhao Wuji's gifts were halberds, the two halberds were completely different in shape. Zhao Wuji's was a Fangtian Huaji, while Nangong Yanran's was a shorter and lighter single-edged Qinglong halberd.
Nangong Yanran, Zhao Liying, and Zhang Yang were surprised that Li Chenglong would produce so many precious weapons at once, and they could already feel their extraordinary nature just by holding them. After thanking him repeatedly, Li Chenglong smiled and said, "I also have arrangements for Sun Menghua, Teng Hai, Wang Zhan, and Zhu Que. I gave them to Sun Menghua before I left, so she can pass them on."
With the weaponry secured, Li Chenglong reiterated the battle plan for the trip. The eight fleets from the three planets would first assemble at one location, then proceed together to the target location. However, during the journey, the different fleets would travel at different speeds. Three fleets would use jumps to move behind the special forces and deploy, while three fleets would be positioned in front, and one fleet on each side.
This would achieve the encirclement of the special forces, after which all troops would launch a joint attack. According to reports from reconnaissance units and detection drones, the number of special forces at the target location is approximately one hundred million, most of whom are Level 2 special forces, much stronger than those encountered at the Black Curtain on Earth last time, so a fierce battle is certain to ensue.
Li Chenglong said calmly, "You can go to the flagship's cockpit later to observe the battle; you don't need to participate."
Zhao Liying immediately said, "No, we Second Section members have an obligation to protect Captain Li's safety. Besides, how can we stand by and watch our commander fight on the front lines? Moreover, the new space combat suits that Captain Li gave us to buy from the Interstellar Alliance ensure that we can fight in the space environment."
Nangong Yanran also said, "That's right, Lord Li. We came with you with the determination to fight, and now we're being told we can only watch. That's not fair to the three of us."
Zhang Yang concluded, "Lord Li, please let us join the battle. We promise we won't cause any trouble, and we also promise not to put ourselves in danger. Besides, the three of us are all level 13 Awakeners, and General Nangong Yanran is an S-rank level 13 Awakener. We will definitely be able to contribute to the victory of this battle."
Seeing the three's determination, Li Chenglong nodded and said, "Then you must ensure your safety." After saying that, Li Chenglong took out a state-of-the-art space combat suit for Nangong Yanran and Zhang Yang, and told them to go to the single room behind the rest area to change into it first. He then explained to the two of them how to use the space suit.
While the two were changing clothes, Zhao Liying took her dagger and stroked it with a smile, clearly fondling it. She asked with a smile, "Captain Li, although Queen Raemon's weapon is essentially a staff, it can change its form at will during battle depending on the needs of the fight. Would our weapons be able to do that?"
Li Chenglong shook his head: "No, currently only my and Queen Raymond's weapons can do that. Because our weapons are made using many precious materials such as dimensional alloys and Aizamre liquid metal. Your 12 weapons, on the other hand, are made using materials such as cosmic super alloys, Smera ore, and Aizamre liquid metal, and do not have the ability to change form."
“Dimensional alloys are too precious. Even Queen Raymond hasn’t collected much of them in the past few thousand years. Therefore, only her and my weapons can use them.” After Li Chenglong finished speaking, Nangong Yanran and Zhang Yang had already changed into their space combat suits.
Zhao Liying had received prior training and took the initiative to explain the procedures. After more than twenty minutes of explanation, the two were finally able to use the space combat suits with ease.
The four were still chatting casually when the ship's loudspeaker began broadcasting: "This ship is about to arrive at the combat zone. Combat is about to begin. All crew members, please take your combat positions."
Upon hearing the news, Li Chenglong straightened his clothes and said, "Let's go, but make sure you come back alive. As long as you're alive, there's hope; if you're dead, you have nothing left."
The four of them walked together to the cockpit, where Queen Raymond, who was in the captain's seat, had already changed into her combat suit. She looked at Li Chenglong and said, "The battle will begin in twenty minutes. The eight fleets have now entered their designated positions and are gradually deploying their formations."
Cynthia explained from the side, "Once the battle begins, all the level 13 powerhouses from the three planets will be wearing combat suits and will fly out of their warships to engage in combat. Our other warriors will also be piloting various mechs and engaging in special operations. In addition, a large number of unmanned combat mechs and drones will be deployed to the battle, and all warships will be firing at full power."
When she learned that Zhao Liying and the other two would also be joining the battle, Queen Raymond gave them an approving look. She then turned to Li Chenglong and said, "By the way, your large pistol can also transform. If you can use it effectively, it can unleash tremendous combat power. It's a pity that the dimensional alloy is too powerful, otherwise those 12 weapons could also transform according to their purpose."
Li Chenglong shook his head: "I already feel unworthy of this, how could I dare to hope for more? We will never forget your help to Dawn City and even the Earth."
Twenty minutes passed in the blink of an eye. Queen Raymond led her more than one hundred subordinates to the bridge, with Li Chenglong and his three companions standing beside her. They were all dressed in the latest combat suits, with lightweight helmets on their heads. Because the combat suits incorporated space technology, they could withstand being in space for more than ten days without damage.
Seeing the special forces surging like a tide in the distance, Li Chenglong took out his Star Shattering Spear and activated his spiritual energy. Suddenly, countless beams of light shot towards the distant special forces group—beam cannons fired from the warship fleet.
Queen Raymond didn't say a word and flew off first, followed closely by the others. Li Chenglong glanced back at Zhao Liying, Nangong Yanran, and Zhang Yang, and then flew off as well.