Fantasy Game: Infinite City

This occurred a week after Pljevlja was destroyed by railguns.

Near the gravitational equilibrium point between the Moon and Earth, the "Shadow" transport ship was silently cruising at sub-light speed. This standard heavy transport ship, belonging to Infinite Corporation, was now completely taken over by the board faction, namely the Ferdinand family, which had infiltrated and controlled it. Although all the operators on the bridge were still wearing Infinite Corporation's spacesuits, they were basically all Ferdinand family cronies. After all, the ship's subordination was undoubtedly a crucial factor for the upcoming mission. The data streams jumping on the control screens were covered by a special encryption program, isolating some routine communications with Infinite Corporation's lunar headquarters and its various branches on Earth.

In the cargo hold area of ​​the spaceship, one hundred elite soldiers clad in specially designed powered armor stood in a matrix formation, ready for action. The armor was entirely matte black, accented only with pale purple stripes on the shoulder armor edges, forearm guards, and calves—the signature color scheme of the Ferdinand family's secret forces. Each suit of armor stood approximately 2.1 meters tall, its streamlined torso balancing protection and mobility. A compact miniature energy reactor was mounted on its back, its outer shell flashing pale blue energy indicator lights, providing a steady stream of power to all the armor's systems. The helmets were fully enclosed, with the visor being a one-way transparent energy crystal that integrated a holographic sight, battlefield analysis system, and multi-scanning modules. A communicator inside the helmet continuously transmitted silent commands via encrypted frequency.

"Attention all personnel, we are 720 seconds away from the target space station 'Sky Dome' and will reach the designated docking orbit." At the front of the team, the captain, codenamed "Falcon," issued the order through the internal communication system. His voice, filtered through the armor's audio processor, became deep and steady. "Power armor system self-check, nano-biochemical suit status confirmed, backup weapons fully charged. Remember our objective: Infiltrate Port Area 3, take control of the port control center, energy supply station, and surrounding defenses, search for the target asset designated 'Star Core,' eliminate all armed personnel and management personnel in the area, maintain complete silence, and do not trigger any alarms."

"Roger that, Captain." The other team members responded simultaneously, their voices converging into a faint electrical hum through an encrypted channel, emanating from within each person's helmet. The nanobiosuits inside their bodies were working in synergy with their power armor. The bio-monitoring modules in the biosuits were synchronizing each team member's heart rate, blood pressure, and physical condition to the captain's battlefield analysis system in real time. Meanwhile, the life support system in the power armor was automatically adjusting the internal temperature, oxygen concentration, and pressure based on the data from the biosuits, ensuring that the team members maintained optimal combat readiness in the deep space environment.

Each team member's physical attributes have undergone the most rigorous biological modifications by the Ferdinand family, resulting in muscle density, bone strength, and nerve reaction speed that are 15 times that of a normal person (specifically referring to lower-level players in the Infinite City). Even if hit by heavy weapons in vulnerable areas of their armor, as long as it doesn't cause fatal damage, the bio-suit's self-healing factors can slowly repair the damaged tissue. At the same time, the armor will automatically inject enhancement agents to temporarily suppress pain and maintain the team member's combat capabilities. The helmet's built-in night vision module can penetrate darkness and capture the thermal imaging outline of targets without needing an external light source. Combined with the sound detection scanning system, it can accurately locate the movement trajectory of life forms within a ten-meter range, even in noisy mechanical environments.

The "Shadow" gradually reduced its speed, its attitude control system precisely adjusting its orientation as it slowly approached the docking channel of Port No. 3 of the "Sky Dome" space station. This massive space station, covering an area equivalent to two-thirds the size of a city, has a ring-shaped structure with 25 ports evenly distributed on the outer side of the main ring, like silver interfaces embedded in a giant ring. The exterior of the space station is covered with solar panels and energy conduits, while the interior is divided into multiple functional areas, including command, research, storage, armed defense, and living quarters. It is one of the core hubs of the Infinite Corporation in near-Earth orbit, responsible for coordinating the transportation of supplies and personnel between the lunar headquarters and various Earth branches, as well as some secret research projects. It's worth noting that this enormous space station itself is a secret project; due to its special shielding force field device, it cannot be observed from Earth, at least not by ordinary forces or militaries.

"Docking channel locked, identity verification passed." The bridge operator reported to Falcon via an encrypted channel, "The other party has detected that we are a conventional transport ship and has opened docking access to Port 3. Docking is expected to be completed in 300 seconds."

Falcon nodded slightly, raised his hand and tapped the virtual control panel, activating the team's stealth system: "Stealth mode activated. Scanning system at full power, checking the defenses of the docking area and port entrance. Divide into ten tactical teams, ten people per team. Team A is responsible for infiltrating the port control center, Team B controls the energy supply station, and Teams C through J respectively occupy the port's surrounding fortifications and passage nodes, eliminating all target personnel. After the operation begins, all teams must maintain open communication, report any abnormalities immediately, and prioritize eliminating enemy sentries and monitoring equipment."

"All groups received." The ten group leaders responded in turn, and the team quickly split up and moved towards the cargo hold door. The power armor's stealth system wasn't traditional optical stealth, but rather achieved all-around concealment by distorting surrounding light and shielding its own energy fluctuations and heat signals. Combined with the silent effect of the nano-biohazard suits, the team members' movements were virtually silent. Spare weapons were mounted on the back and outer thighs of the armor, including plasma rifles, plasma pistols, laser swords, and portable plasma grenades. All weapons were continuously powered by the power armor's reactor, ensuring a sustained output of firepower.

280 seconds later, the "Shadow" successfully docked with Port 3 of the "Sky Dome" space station. The pressure balancing system in the docking tunnel automatically activated, and the indicator light turned from red to green. Falcon gave the signal, and Team A entered the docking tunnel first. The team members advanced in a wedge formation, and the scanning system on their helmets quickly checked the monitoring cameras and sensors in the tunnel.

"Team A reports: There are 3 surveillance cameras and 2 pressure sensors in the docking channel. There are no armed personnel on duty." The team leader of Team A, codenamed "Viper," reported in a low voice. At the same time, he raised his hand to activate the laser jammer on his arm. A weak red laser beam accurately shot towards the lens of the surveillance camera, instantly burning out the internal photosensitive element. "The surveillance is disabled, the sensors are blocked, and it is safe to pass through."

At the end of the passageway was the port entrance security checkpoint. Two armed men in Infinite Corporation security uniforms were chatting at a control panel, energy pistols at their waists, and portable scanners on the table. The screens in front of them displayed basic information about the docking spacecraft, unaware of the approaching danger.

Two members of Team A stealthily circled behind the security personnel. The propulsion systems of their power armors activated slightly, their movements as swift as ghosts. At a meter from their targets, both simultaneously extended their left arms, and a sharp alloy dagger sprang from the forearm of their armor, precisely piercing the back of the two security personnel's necks. The movements were swift and silent. The security personnel didn't even have time to look up before their bodies slumped into their chairs, and the team members quickly dragged them under the control panel for concealment.

"Security check area cleared, no alarm triggered," Viper reported, while simultaneously operating the control panel to disable the security scanning system at the port entrance. "The passage is now open; each group may enter in turn."

Ten tactical teams entered Port No. 3 one after another. The port was spacious and open, with anti-slip metal plates paving the ground. Material transport cabins and loading and unloading machinery were neatly arranged on both sides. In the distance, the control center stood in the center of the port. It was a three-story steel structure building with communication antennas and radar devices on the top. The energy supply station was located on the west side of the port. It was connected to the main space station through multiple energy conduits and was responsible for providing energy support to the entire Port No. 3 and the surrounding area. Defensive sentry posts were set up at the entrances to the passageways and high points around the port. Each sentry post was equipped with two armed personnel and an automatic defense turret.

"Team B has arrived at the energy supply station entrance and spotted two sentries. There is an automatic turret above the sentries," reported Team B leader, codenamed "Black Bear." His power armor had additional defensive shield generators mounted on his shoulders, making it suitable for frontal assaults. "Requesting instructions: Should we eliminate them?"

"Clear, be careful to avoid turret detection," Falcon responded, while simultaneously activating the battlefield analysis system to project the structural diagram of the energy supply station onto the helmet screens of each group. "There are four managers inside the supply station, responsible for monitoring energy output. Clear them all. After taking control of the main control console, cut off the energy connection between the port and the main space station, leaving only the energy supply to the dispatch center and defensive fortifications intact."

“Understood.” Black Bear nodded, signaling two team members to flank the outpost and use the buildings for cover, while he activated his energy shield and slowly approached the outpost. The sentry on the outpost was observing the port through binoculars, completely unaware of the enemy hidden in the shadows. The two flanking team members simultaneously activated their propulsion systems, leaping to the top of the outpost. Their laser blades instantly severed the power lines of the automatic turret, rendering it unresponsive. The sentry below noticed the commotion and was about to turn and draw his weapon when Black Bear struck him in the chest with his plasma rifle. His body was instantly pierced by the energy beam, and he fell to the ground silently.

Team B quickly entered the energy supply station, which was filled with a complex network of pipes and control consoles. Four administrators in white uniforms were focused on the data on their screens. The team members divided the work: two were responsible for eliminating the administrators, while the other two quickly took control of the main control console. The administrators didn't even have time to cry out before they were silently dealt with. After successfully taking control of the main control console, Black Bear, following Falcon's instructions, adjusted the energy output lines and severed the connection with the main space station.

"Group B reports: The energy supply station is under control, the energy lines have been adjusted, and there are no abnormalities."

Meanwhile, other teams also began their operations. Team C was responsible for capturing the fortifications on the east side of the port, which housed three anti-aircraft turrets and an ammunition depot, guarded by twelve armed personnel. Team C's leader, codenamed "Nightingale," was skilled in stealth and assassination. She led her team, using the stealth system, to eliminate the sentries on the turrets one by one, then shut down the anti-aircraft turrets' control systems and captured the ammunition depot. During the process, a team member was accidentally shot in the shoulder by an armed personnel's energy pistol. The armor shield instantly activated, absorbing most of the damage. The bio-suit's self-healing factor immediately kicked in, repairing the damaged muscle tissue, and the armor was simultaneously injected with a strengthening agent. The team member quickly returned to combat readiness and dealt with the armed personnel.

"Group C reports: The eastern defensive fortifications have been captured, the ammunition depot is under control, and one team member sustained minor injuries but is otherwise unharmed."

"Received. Stay alert and strengthen defenses," Falcon responded. By this time, he had led some of his team members to the downstairs of the dispatch center. "Team A, prepare to infiltrate the dispatch center. There are expected to be twenty armed personnel and five management personnel inside, as well as a central monitoring system. Make sure to destroy the monitoring center first, then eliminate the personnel and take control of the main dispatch console."

“Team A, understood.” Viper led his team around to the back of the control center, where there was a ventilation duct entrance, suitable for covert infiltration. Using laser cutters, the team silently sliced ​​open the metal cover of the duct entrance and entered the ventilation duct one by one. The duct was narrow, and the power armor's propulsion system precisely controlled their movements to avoid making noise by touching the duct walls. The helmet's scanning system continuously monitored the personnel distribution below, quickly locating the monitoring center.

Below the ventilation duct was the monitoring center, where three staff members were watching the monitors. The screens displayed real-time information about various areas of the port, but some of the footage was blacked out due to the team's earlier destruction of some surveillance cameras. Viper signaled for the team to prepare, then kicked open the ventilation duct cover, leaped down, and his laser blade precisely sliced ​​through the throats of the three staff members. Simultaneously, the other team members jumped down, taking control of the monitoring center. Viper quickly operated the control panel, destroying all surveillance records and severing communication between the control center and other areas of the space station.

"The monitoring center has been destroyed, and communications have been cut off," Viper reported, then led his team towards the lobby on the first floor of the dispatch center. Eight armed men were patrolling the lobby. The team used their cloaking systems to spread out and conceal themselves, taking them down one by one. One armed man sensed a faint energy fluctuation in the air and was about to activate his alarm when he was struck in the head by a plasma pistol from behind, falling to the ground instantly. The remaining armed men reacted, immediately raising their guns to fire, but the team members' powered armor shields activated in time, and they simultaneously activated their propulsion systems to move quickly, dodging bullets and launching a counterattack.

The energy beams of plasma rifles and the shockwaves of plasma pistols clashed in the hall. Although the armed personnel's firepower was fierce, they were quickly routed by the team members' precise strikes and armored protection. Ten minutes later, all the armed personnel in the hall were eliminated. The team members advanced up the stairs to the second floor, where the management's offices were located. Five managers were huddled in their offices, trying to call for help via internal communicators, but communication had been cut off. They were easily subdued and eliminated by the team members.

"Group A reports that the dispatch center is under complete control, the main dispatch console is operating normally, and no personnel have been missed."

Falcon entered the main console of the dispatch center, activated the port layout map on the screen, and confirmed the occupied areas of each group: "Each group reports the situation, checks for any escapees, strengthens the defenses, activates the defensive shields of the energy supply stations, and blocks all passages to the port."

"Group D reports: The western passage has been blocked, the defensive fortifications have been reinforced, and no one has escaped."

"Group E reports: The north air defense turret is activated, power supply is normal, and no abnormal activity has been detected in other areas of the space station."

"Group F reports: The supply storage area has been thoroughly searched, and a batch of unregistered energy weapons has been discovered, suspected to be a secret reserve. Personnel have been assigned to guard them."

After each group finished reporting, the entire Port No. 3 and its surrounding facilities had been completely occupied. Only three small-scale firefights occurred during the operation, all of which ended in victory for the team members. Moreover, all firefights were contained within a very small area and did not trigger the space station's global alarm. The armed personnel and management personnel who discovered the team's whereabouts had also been secretly eliminated without leaving any trace.

Falcon walked to the observation window in the control center, looking through the glass at the circular main body of the space station. The helmet's scanning system continuously detected energy fluctuations and personnel activity in the surrounding area: "Attention all personnel, we are now commencing the second mission: search for the target asset designated 'Star Core'. According to intelligence, the 'Star Core' may be stored in the secret storage area of ​​Port Three or in the underground chamber of the control center. Each group will disperse and search, focusing on encrypted storage compartments and concealed passages. Report immediately upon discovery of the target, and do not touch it without authorization."

"receive."