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Just then, a bright light shone from behind, exposing them all. One of the enemy guards stared in astonishment at the figures that had appeared before him, and before he could even shout, Su Ting's dagger instantly sealed his throat.

"Damn it, looks like we've been discovered..." he cursed under his breath, then drew his gun and fired. The entire night instantly erupted into chaos as both sides began a desperate struggle. Bullets and blades clashed, the air thick with the smell of gunpowder and the cries of agony.

The battle continued until the early hours of the morning before gradually subsiding. Although it came at a considerable cost, it successfully disrupted the enemy's deployment and bought valuable time for their own side. "How did it go?" an exhausted Su Ting asked a survivor beside him.

The latter shook his head and smiled wryly: "We've suppressed them for now, but they'll be back soon."

Su Ting took a deep breath, a resolute glint in his eyes. "No matter what, we must hold on. Pass down the order: everyone immediately enter a rest phase and prepare for the next battle."

"Yes, sir!" the survivor replied, then stood up and relayed the orders to the other soldiers.

Under the cover of night, the people in the camp were making preparations in full swing. The wounded were quickly sent to medical points, and weapons and equipment were urgently replenished. Su Ting stood alone on the high ground, looking at the battlefield not far away, his heart heavy.

At this moment, Jackson approached with his squad, his expression equally grave. "Suting, the enemy has suffered considerable losses, but their fighting strength remains formidable. We need to devise a more prudent plan as soon as possible."

"Yes, I've already sent people to investigate." Su Ting nodded. "How's it going on your end?"

Jackson smiled wryly. "We can barely hold on, but this won't last. We need to quickly devise a plan for the next step."

Chapter 649 Deep into Enemy Positions

Chapter 649 Deep into Enemy Positions

“I understand,” Su Ting said after a moment of contemplation. “We will retreat temporarily to lure the enemy deeper, and then set up an ambush and counterattack. As long as we can hold this high ground, we can buy more time for the follow-up troops.”

Jackson frowned and thought for a moment, then finally agreed, "Okay, let's do it this way. I'll arrange for people to do a good job of disguising ourselves so that the enemy will think we've really retreated."

No sooner had he finished speaking than a scout rushed over. "Report! The enemy has regrouped and is moving rapidly in our direction."

"They came so fast..." Su Ting muttered to himself, then turned to Jackson. "Proceed according to plan."

The two quickly returned to their respective teams and began planning their retreat routes and ambush points. Su Ting personally directed the small squad to retreat slowly, taking each step with extreme caution to ensure they wouldn't expose their position. Soon after, the sound of enemy footsteps could be heard in the distance; clearly, they were unaware that this was a carefully laid trap.

Just as the enemy was about to approach, suddenly, dense gunfire and explosions rang out from all directions—it turned out that the firing positions that had been lying in ambush along this retreat route opened fire at the same time, catching the enemy off guard.

"What's going on?" the tall officer in charge exclaimed in astonishment, and hurriedly ordered a retreat.

However, it was too late to retreat at this point. Soldiers kept rushing down from the mountains on both sides to join the battle, instantly surrounding the already chaotic enemy forces.

Seeing this, Su Ting felt slightly relieved, but did not let his guard down. "Keep firing, don't let them have a chance to escape!"

Just as the two sides were locked in fierce combat, the sky gradually turned a pale white, signifying that the night raid was finally nearing its end. Although victory was in sight, everyone knew that this was only a temporary respite—even more difficult tasks awaited them.

As dawn broke, the battlefield gradually returned to calm, with only a few sporadic gunshots and cries of pain reminding people of the fierce battle that had just taken place. "Everyone, take a rest," Su Ting said to the exhausted soldiers around him. "Make sure you're well-rested; there are still tough battles to fight ahead."

Jackson walked over and patted him on the shoulder. "Good job, brother. But we need to get out of here as soon as possible, lest enemy reinforcements arrive."

“I know, we’re already making preparations.” Su Ting nodded in response, his gaze turning to the hazy sunrise in the distance. “I hope we’ll have good weather today to lift everyone’s spirits.”

"Yes, we definitely need some good news to boost morale," Jackson remarked, gazing at the gradually brightening sky.

“You’re right, we will definitely get through this,” Su Ting said firmly.

Su Ting turned to look at Jackson, his eyes filled with determination. "We can't just wait for good news; we have to create it ourselves."

Jackson nodded, his gaze firm, and replied, "Well said. What's the next step?"

Su Ting thought for a moment and said, "We need to take stock of the casualties and supplies as soon as possible. At the same time, we should send people to continue to scout the enemy's movements to ensure that we are not ambushed by the enemy again."

Jackson nodded and immediately began assigning tasks. He ordered his men to quickly tally the casualties and prioritize the evacuation of the seriously wounded to rear hospitals. At the same time, he dispatched scouts to penetrate deeper into enemy territory to gather more intelligence.

Chapter 650 Taking Away All Supplies

Chapter 650 Taking Away All Supplies

Su Ting led a group of soldiers to clear the battlefield and collect the weapons and ammunition left behind by the enemy. He personally inspected each weapon to ensure they were intact for use in subsequent battles. He discovered some advanced weaponry and couldn't help but exclaim, "Looks like these enemies are well-equipped."

Jackson walked over, saw the equipment, and frowned. "Yes, we must be careful. These new weapons are a significant threat to us."

Just then, a communications soldier rushed over and reported, "Report! The enemy has discovered our retreat route and they are rapidly assembling reinforcements."

Su Ting frowned, inwardly anxious. "It seems we can't delay any longer; we have to evacuate immediately." He immediately ordered, "Everyone, speed up! Pack up all the supplies you can take and evacuate right now!"

Jackson nodded and announced loudly, "According to plan, retreat to the backup camp immediately! Don't linger in battle; preserving our strength is the key!"

The group sprang into action, with Su Ting in charge of directing the retreat and Jackson providing rearguard cover. They advanced step by step towards the prepared camp along the pre-arranged retreat route. Small groups of enemy troops pursued them intermittently, but they were all successfully repelled.

Finally, after a long and arduous journey, Su Ting and his men arrived at the backup camp. This secluded place, prepared in advance, was relatively safe and conducive to rest and replenishment of supplies. The soldiers unloaded their heavy loads and began to rest and recuperate.

Jackson walked over and handed Su Ting a bottle of water. "Brother, you've had a tough time. Have some water and take a break."

Su Ting took the water bottle, took a sip, then sat down on the ground and took a deep breath. "This battle was really tough, but we've finally stabilized the situation. The tasks ahead are even more arduous."

Jackson sat down beside him, looked at Su Ting's tired face, and sighed, "Yes, but we still have a chance. As long as we work together, nothing is impossible."

Su Ting nodded, his gaze resolute. "That's right, we must continue to work hard. The most important thing now is to recover our strength and prepare for the challenges ahead."

As soon as Su Ting finished speaking, a soldier rushed over to report: "Sir, the scouts ahead have sent word that the enemy seems to have discovered our backup camp and is gradually approaching."

Jackson raised an eyebrow. "These guys are really persistent. We have to be prepared for them." He looked at Su Ting. "What do you think we should do?"

Su Ting took a deep breath, pondered for a moment, and then replied, "We need to strengthen our vigilance and be prepared to evacuate at any time. In addition, we should take advantage of the terrain, set up an ambush, and give them a head-on blow."

Jackson nodded. "Good idea. I'll arrange for reinforcements at the outposts and set up several concealed firing positions. Once the enemy enters our firing range, we'll concentrate our firepower on them."

After discussing their plan, the two quickly divided the tasks. Su Ting began allocating manpower and resources to ensure everyone could perform at their maximum fighting capacity. Jackson, on the other hand, was responsible for overseeing the setting up of traps and fortifications.

Meanwhile, in a corner of the camp, Su Ting found Xiao Li, who was in charge of logistics. "Xiao Li, we need to make sure everyone has enough food and medical supplies, especially in the days to come."

Chapter 651 New Developments Discovered

Chapter 651 New Developments Discovered

Xiao Li nodded quickly, "Don't worry, sir. I've already arranged the supplies distribution plan, and everyone will have plenty of food and drinking water. In addition, I've prepared some extra first-aid kits."

Su Ting patted him on the shoulder in appreciation, "Well done, thank you for your hard work." Then he added, "Remember to prioritize the needs of the wounded."

Xiao Li nodded seriously, "Yes, I will personally oversee this matter."

Just as everyone was tense and busy, a slight noise came from afar, followed by several gunshots. The enemy had begun their attack.

"Everyone, get into battle mode immediately!" Su Ting shouted, his voice filled with unwavering authority. The soldiers immediately took their designated positions, awaiting the enemy's arrival.

Soon, a squad of enemies emerged from the bushes, but they clearly hadn't expected such a fierce counterattack. After a burst of intense fire, the enemy was forced to retreat a few steps. At this point, Jackson directed the concealed snipers via radio to launch precise strikes, further weakening the enemy's offensive.

The battle lasted for a full half-day. Although their own side suffered considerable casualties, they managed to successfully withstand the enemy's first fierce attack. As night fell, the surroundings finally returned to calm. Taking advantage of this lull, Su Ting quickly organized personnel to treat the wounded and repair the damaged defensive lines.

"Jackson, how's the situation now?" Su Ting asked, his face full of fatigue, yet he still vigilantly observed the changes in his surroundings.

"For now, there haven't been any new developments. But we still can't let our guard down, as an even bigger storm might be brewing tonight," Jackson replied truthfully.

At this moment, a young recruit timidly stepped forward and asked, "Sir, can we hold on?"

Seeing the worry in the young man's eyes, Su Ting replied gently but firmly, "Believe in yourself and believe in your comrades. Only by uniting can we overcome the current difficulties. Remember, every effort will not be in vain!"

As night deepened, only occasional whispers and the soft groans of the wounded could be heard in the camp. Suting and Jackson sat at a simple wooden table, spread out a map, and studied their next course of action.

“This attack by the enemy seems to be just a probe,” Jackson said softly, “but the next one will definitely be much more intense. We need to come up with new strategies; we can’t just passively defend.”

Su Ting nodded, his finger lightly tracing a stream on the map. "If we can set up an ambush here, using the terrain for cover, it might buy us some precious time." He looked at Jackson. "What do you think?"

“Good idea. But terrain alone is not enough to guarantee victory,” Jackson added after a moment of thought. “We can also try to create some illusions to mislead the enemy.”

Just then, hurried footsteps came from outside the door, and a sentry ran in. "Report! There's some unusual activity ahead. The reconnaissance team is probably back."

Su Ting immediately stood up. "Let him in."

A moment later, the exhausted but determined reconnaissance squad leader stepped into the tent. "Sir, we've discovered that the enemy appears to be preparing for a large-scale operation, possibly launching a strong attack tonight or tomorrow morning."

Chapter 652 Increased Offensive Strength

Chapter 652 Increased Offensive Strength

Su Ting and Jackson exchanged a glance. "You've worked hard. Go and get some rest. We'll be ready."

After the reconnaissance squad leader left, Jackson asked, "It seems we don't have much time left. What do you think?"

Su Ting clenched his fists. "Time is indeed of the essence. We must speed up our preparations. How's the situation with Xiao Li?"

Jackson replied, "He has already allocated the supplies and ensured that every location can be quickly resupplyed."

Su Ting nodded in satisfaction, "Then let's do it that way. Notify everyone to remain on high alert tonight and be ready to fight at any time."

As night deepened, the soldiers dispersed to various key positions, silently awaiting the battle. Su Ting walked to a defensive line, patted the shoulder of a nervous recruit beside him, and encouraged him, "Don't worry, the first time is always like this, but you must believe in your training and the strength of our team."

"But...I'm afraid I'll be a burden to everyone..." The recruit's voice trembled.

Su Ting smiled gently, “Everyone has a first time. Remember, as long as you follow orders, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome.”

As they were talking, gunfire rang out again in the distance, though this time it seemed less intense than during the day. "They might be testing us," Jackson said in a low voice, quickly adjusting his radio equipment to coordinate responses from the various outposts.

A few minutes later, the enemy indeed ceased their sporadic attacks. The people in the camp listened intently to every subtle change outside, as if the whole world had fallen silent, leaving only the sound of their heartbeats.

Finally, as the first rays of dawn pierced the darkness, an even more intense barrage shattered the brief peace. "Are you ready?" Su Ting turned to ask everyone around him, receiving only resolute responses in their eyes.

The battle resumed. Unlike the previous simple skirmishes, this time the enemy had clearly intensified their offensive, with more troops and denser firepower. Su Ting, holding a walkie-talkie, directed the battle while simultaneously observing the changing situation. "The left flank is under too much pressure; we need reinforcements!"

Upon receiving the order, Jackson immediately mobilized some reserve forces to support the left flank. "Maintain formation! Pay attention to coordination!"

At this critical moment, the snipers lying in ambush near the river finally got their chance—taking advantage of the enemy's slightly scattered charge to launch a fatal attack, instantly turning the tide of the battle. With cheers erupting, the previously strained defensive line gradually stabilized.