Chapter 948: Chapter 562: Crisis Approaching (Combined Two Chapters)

Since the general direction of the enemy had been confirmed, the next steps were manageable.

Following White Wolf’s guidance and striking at the heart, they could rescue Geng Hu.

“How many people do they have? Do you know?”

Qin Yuan asked as he walked.

“Do you really think we are omniscient? We definitely don’t know their numbers, but what’s certain is they outnumber us.”

Green Snake remarked with a sneer.

Qin Yuan raised an eyebrow without comment.

“Then how much further until we reach the destination?”

“Not sure, the only information I’ve got is their rough direction.”

The answer from Green Snake was still negative, his face indifferent.

“Well, this isn’t quite in line with your usual performance. Are their movements that elusive?”

Qin Yuan murmured softly.

This was unexpected. Their fighting capacity was unknown, but it was rare for even professional trackers like Green Snake and White Wolf to be unable to discern their whereabouts.

“I find it strange too. The enemy has concealed their tracks and presence perfectly. We had a hard time finding even the slightest clue.”

“There’s no chance this is an accident, right? Are you sure these aren’t traps they’ve left deliberately?”

Green Snake shook his head with a smile.

“No, you wouldn’t question our reconnaissance skills, would you? Though they have strong anti-reconnaissance capabilities, we have special methods of detecting them that they cannot completely hide, no matter what.”

“Our marching speed so far won’t be a problem, right? Balancing stealth and speed. We at least can’t be detected by the enemy.”

Qin Yuan inquired.

“No problem. Since they are no longer nearby, we don’t have to worry about them monitoring us.”

“This unit is too inconsistent with Daybreak Organization’s style. Previous units were swift and decisive, but this subdivision’s behavior is so eerie that it feels uncomfortable.”

Qin Yuan continued with a frown.

“Who knows? I’m not overly familiar with the organization’s troops, after all; I’m just an outsider.”

Then, the group advanced slowly towards the east.

They encountered no obstacles along the way, but this route was not the one they had initially traveled; it led to a mountainous region on the other side.

“Over there, we will leave this forest.”

Qin Yuan stated gravely.

Leaving the forest meant the 2nd platoon of the logistics company would lose some natural advantages.

In the mountains, without trees to obstruct the view, their slightly inferior forces were likely to be exposed under enemy fire.

“It’s quite risky for our troops to go in.”

He Chenguang also realized this issue and spoke in a low voice.

“No choice, we don’t have options.”

Qin Yuan said with a frown.

“Now that we’re here, there is no reason to back down.”

Qin Yuan said, gazing into the distance, contemplative.

Green Snake came over to stand beside Qin Yuan, squinting and speaking.

“I didn’t know it would be this kind of environment, considering it’s a kilometer away.”

“Shall I have White Wolf scout ahead to check for danger, and then we decide?”

“No need.”

Qin Yuan decisively declined.

“If they were to ambush us, they definitely wouldn’t leave any traces. Don’t waste time and energy.”

Green Snake chuckled.

“Alright, as long as you understand. That’s the principle, but it depends on how we perform in the field now. There’s definitely danger ahead.”

Qin Yuan remained silent, stood up from the ground, turned around, and addressed the soldiers behind him:

“Everyone, halt! Listen quietly to what I have to say!”

“Ahead is an open mountain terrain, not as easily concealed as in the forest. It could very well be an enemy trap luring us in!”

“We are certainly outnumbered! This will be an extraordinarily tough fight, and now that we’re here, I hope that everyone is mentally prepared. Tell me, do you have the confidence to defeat them?!”

With a commanding presence, Qin Yuan spoke as if his words carried the force of thunder.

“Yes!”

The soldiers below didn’t hesitate, shouting in unison.

“Good! Pick up the pace! All troops, march!”

With that, Qin Yuan gripped his weapon and began striding forward.

The soldiers followed without a word.

With no natural barriers from nature here, they could only slowly advance along the rugged mountain trail, practically exposed on the open ground.

“It’s precisely because it’s open ground that we need to speed up!”

He Chenguang remarked from the side.

Qin Yuan’s decision was correct; now was the time to test their mettle.

The entire 2nd platoon of the logistics company summoned all their courage and determination, embarking on this journey.

Entering the mountainous area, everyone felt ill at ease, having fought several battles in the forest before. Transitioning to mountain terrain had it’s naturally uncomfortable aspects.

It wasn’t just the difference in terrain, even the temperature rose. Though it was still night, the mountain area here was almost thirty degrees Celsius, a stark increase of ten-plus degrees from the forest area. This abrupt change caused both mental and physical discomfort for some soldiers of the 2nd platoon, and soon, a few could no longer bear it.