Chapter 1404: We need reinforcements!
Hells Angels Ace Fleet Group - 7th Fleet - Flagship
"Sir, we've been sitting here for almost thirty hours."
They haven't fired a single shot yet.
"So they've made us the honor guard?" the vice-captain said impatiently from the side.
The corps commander glared at his subordinate and said, "You know how important we are."
You know we can't easily reveal our weapons.
Every time a cannon is fired, it consumes a huge amount of war resources.
In terms of consumption alone, our empire can afford it, no problem.
But what about the supplies later?
Let's not even talk about how our interstellar missile ship resupply will take up the resupply time and space of other friendly ships.
It takes a lot of time to resupply just one of our interstellar missile ships.
This means that we have a significant firepower vacuum period.
Therefore, this fleet of ours will not be used unless absolutely necessary!
"But... at least let us fire a few shots."
"They're having a blast watching others fight, while we can only watch helplessly," the vice-captain muttered to himself.
"Firing a few shots is something that the front-line fleet's own starships can handle."
But once we receive the order to fire, it's a completely different matter.
Just wait and see.
"Wait for orders." The corps commander looked at the interstellar sandbox in front of him.
Although no missions were being deployed, she was constantly looking at the interstellar sandbox in front of her.
This is to ensure that we can enter combat mode the moment we receive a mission.
At the same time, a large amount of data about enemy interstellar warships, collected during the war, appeared before her eyes.
Because the missiles used by interstellar missile ships are equipped with terminal positioning capabilities, they can accurately hit a designated area of a starship.
Therefore, if we could know the strength of a starship's close-range defenses and the strength of its hull armor in advance...
During an attack, they can make the necessary preparations to ensure the attack achieves its best effect.
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Devouring Civilization: Forward Combat Position Command Headquarters
"Judging from the current situation..."
This Dragon Empire possesses strength we had not anticipated.
Forty hours of combat have passed so far.
Surprisingly, their defenses showed no signs of weakening on the battlefield.
Even in battles against us, they grew stronger and more skilled at dealing with our starships.
"This was indeed unexpected. I originally thought that the Xiaolong Empire, which had been established for less than three years, was not a threat at all."
At most, the Holy Elf Legion fleet will cause us some trouble.
But unexpectedly, the one we've fought the most against so far is actually the legion fleet of the Xiaolong Empire.
On the contrary, the Holy Elf Legion fleet was not fully committed to the battle.
"I warned you before that you cannot take this Xiaolong Empire lightly."
After all, based on the intelligence we've received...
This Dragon Empire universe is one of the key targets of a great being.
Prior to this, he had made several attempts, but failed to conquer this universe.
Furthermore, they also have a legion fleet of the mechanical race, which is engaged in battle with the great being's dark legion fleet in outer space.
They've been fighting all this time!
The three commanders who had devoured civilizations sat together, discussing the current war.
They were all trusted commanders under the three kings of the Devouring Civilization.
Although the three Devouring Kings all believed in order and were also among the Devouring Civilizations, they had cooperated for many years.
However, they would also be wary of each other, and naturally, their respective fleets would not be entrusted to the other.
In military operations like these, each operation would have a commander-in-chief to lead the corps and fleet in combat.
Currently, these three Devouring Commanders are the battlefield commanders of this war.
"So what do we say now?"
Should we continue according to the original plan?
Over the past forty hours of combat, the battlefield has not expanded to the size we had anticipated.
It's less than one-fifth.
If we continue fighting like this...
The final result is estimated to be far below our expectations.
"If our battlefield control area is relatively small, deploying the Soul Altar will result in insufficient defensive depth."
It was easily destroyed by a strong enemy attack.
Based on current observations, both the Wyvern Legion fleet and the Holy Elf Legion fleet possess this capability.
After the two Devouring Commanders finished expressing their views, they looked at the remaining eldest Devouring Commander, who also had the most authority among the three.
After pondering for a moment, the old commander slowly said, "Judging from the current situation..."
My suggestions are simply three.
The first option is to continue with the current operational plan. As you just mentioned, it is possible that we will not be able to achieve our expected operational objectives, but it is also possible that the enemy's logistical support will not last until then.
The second option is to deploy more interstellar fleets to the three battlefields we are currently engaged in, which requires us to apply to the three monarchs.
The third method, similar to the second, also involves increasing troop numbers, but instead of increasing troop numbers on the current three battlefields, it utilizes a contingency plan to open up new battlefields.
According to the intelligence information we received previously.
The main fleet of this Dragon Empire does not exceed three million ships.
The Holy Elf Empire only provided them with five million interstellar warships, totaling no more than ten million interstellar warships.
Judging from their current combat capabilities.
In fact, we do need to increase our troop strength.
Increasing the number of interstellar warships from the current 15 million to 30 million would be the best option.
But this requires approval from the Three Kings.
He heard that he needed to apply to the three kings.
One of the Devouring Commanders said hesitantly, "The original plan was to use the 15 million interstellar warships at hand to complete the first phase of the operation, and then send more ships."
Now, we've only fought for less than forty hours, and we're already requesting reinforcements.
These three kings might think we lack manpower and punish us.
But another Devouring Commander said in a deep voice, "What you said makes sense."
However, all three of us realized that if we continued fighting in the current situation, unless the enemy encountered some major problems, our original battle plan would inevitably fail.
At that time, we will still be punished.
It's better to apologize now than to end up in that situation.
The old Devouring Commander looked at the hesitant Devouring Commander: "I support reporting the situation to the Three Kings now and requesting reinforcements from the Legion Fleet."
Now it's up to you what you say.
Seeing that both of them had this attitude.
The Devouring Commander steeled his heart and nodded in agreement.
After preparing their explanations, the three men simultaneously requested to report the battlefield situation to the three kings.
Inside the gloomy hall.
Holographic images of the three Devouring Commanders appeared, all three of them prostrate on the ground, not daring to raise their heads.
Especially after they finished reporting the battlefield situation, they all controlled their breathing very carefully, for fear of disturbing the three kings.
"You mean, given the current situation..."
The enemy has nearly ten million interstellar warships, while we have fifteen million interstellar warships.
This prevents us from carrying out our operational plan at the Soul Altar. A thin figure sat on a throne atop the high steps.
Yes...yes...
The combat capabilities of the Dragon Empire's legion fleet far exceeded our expectations, even surpassing those of the Holy Elf Legion fleet.
If the number weren't so small, it's highly likely that even our 15 million interstellar warships would have struggled to maintain the first wave of offensive operations.
Their legion fleet has completely phased out T3-level interstellar warships, and is now entirely equipped with T4 and T5 interstellar warships, as well as a small number of T6-level interstellar warships.
Furthermore, the ship types are comprehensive, and their coordinated operations can achieve extremely high combat capabilities! The old commander of Devourer prostrated himself on the ground, reporting these details.
He knew that every word he spoke at that moment was a matter of life and death for the three of them.
In the process of devouring civilizations, no matter what your position is, whether you are a great commander or the head of a large family, it doesn't matter.
They are nothing in front of the three kings. With just a thought from the three kings, a family that was one of the top five devouring civilizations a moment ago could be wiped out in an instant.
This is what makes the three kings so terrifying.
"But judging from your performance, it wasn't very good."
They even managed to achieve a 10 to 1 kill ratio.
"Don't you have any responsibility in commanding?" A chuckled voice came from a huge, fat, dark figure.
Upon hearing these cheerful words, the three Devouring Commanders instantly broke out in a cold sweat.
Compared to the thin king with the gloomy voice, this fat king was far more terrifying, despite his cheerful demeanor.
Of the three kings, he was the most capricious.
“I’ve read the battlefield report, and what you’re saying is true.”
The 15 million interstellar warships we have given you are indeed insufficient to complete the attack plan.
Then so be it, as you said.
The three of us will each be assigned five million interstellar warships.
As for how to fight, you can figure that out yourselves.
"We only want one result," the armored figure said.
Upon hearing the king speak, the three Devouring Commanders instantly breathed a sigh of relief. With this lord speaking, they were spared from death.
"Please rest assured, Your Majesties."
"We will surely conquer the Dragon Empire!" the old commander shouted.
The other two Devouring Commanders echoed this sentiment.
"Step down."
The interstellar fleet entrusted to you will arrive within three days.
"yes."
As the meeting ended, the figures of the three Devouring Commanders vanished.
"You're really generous, sending more troops as you say you'll," the fat king said with a chuckle.
"What else do you want to do?"
The facts speak for themselves: the Xiaolong Empire is a tough nut to crack.
Furthermore, we previously contacted the Great Being, and you have received the Great Being's will.
We must take over the Dragon Empire universe no matter what.
"If you don't agree to send more troops, then I won't force you," said the Armored Demon King.
The fat king chuckled and said, "Don't be angry. I didn't say I disagreed. It's just five million."
Here you go, here you go.
The thin king remained silent, which was taken as tacit agreement.
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Dragon Empire Universe: 100th Battle Hour
Luoyang City
"Pay attention to the fourth main channel, there's a situation there, don't block it!"
"Hurry up with the loading and unloading berth in Area B; that interstellar transport ship is going to exceed its loading and unloading time!"
"Contact the Stargate."
Everything should be done according to wartime requirements. Also, they suddenly let in a batch of extra interstellar warships from their stargate. They should let us know!
This sudden surge in traffic is overwhelming!
All around Luoyang, large and small interstellar warships could be seen constantly moving about.
This instantly made Luoyang more prosperous than the other three cities besides Chang'an.
It must be said that war is the catalyst for everything.
War can destroy a city, but it can also make a city shine for a short time.
However, this also put enormous pressure on the staff in Luoyang.
Luoyang City Command Center
"No problem can occur in any step."
Not just outside! It's also inside our city of Luoyang.
The population of Luoyang has increased fivefold since before the war!
Although we are still far from the population cap set for Luoyang.
However, a sudden increase in the number of people to be managed is bound to cause problems.
But now, at this critical juncture, no problems are allowed to occur.
If any department has a problem, I will hold the person in charge of that department accountable.
Don't come to me complaining when the time comes.
"I won't listen to this nonsense!" Dong Lan emphasized seriously, looking at the heads of various departments attending the meeting.
Dong Lan, Major General of the Xiaolong Empire.
He currently serves as the city lord of Luoyang City and concurrently as the highest-ranking official in the Luoyang star system.
As is widely known, the Luoyang 02 galaxy, which is adjacent to the Luoyang galaxy, is currently being invaded by a civilization that is devouring it.
It is in the midst of war.
The neighboring city of Luoyang naturally bears a heavy responsibility.
“Lord of the city, we also know that now is not the time to make excuses.”
But there is a serious shortage of manpower in each department.
There is at least a 50% gap.
The original three-shift staffing is now insufficient even with all staff members on duty.
My department is currently responsible for the transfer of supplies.
My people have been resting for less than ten hours on average over the past forty hours!
"At this rate, the machines can handle it, but the people can't!" a department head couldn't help but complain.
City Lord Donglan glanced at the man, but instead of reprimanding him directly, she said in a deep voice, "I know all the issues you've raised."
I also reported this issue to the Supreme Secretary.
The secretary has promised to do so within the next ten hours.
Send us an additional batch of personnel.
In the future, we will coordinate to bring in a new batch of personnel.
Given the current situation, let's double the number of staff in Luoyang!
I know this is a difficult moment.
But I still hope that you can grit your teeth and persevere.
This is for our empire!
The heads of many departments nodded silently.
Despite their complaints, even if they cannot solve these problems, they will still stick to their posts.
The meeting has ended.
One by one, the holographic images disappeared.
Lord Dong Lan rubbed his temples.
"Lord of the city, please take a rest."
"You haven't slept for over thirty hours," the secretary said, trying to comfort you.
"I can't sleep. Every time I close my eyes, all I see are all sorts of things happening in Luoyang."
His Majesty the Emperor trusts me, five cities.
"Once this city is handed over to me, Dong Lan, I cannot and will not allow it to fall into disrepair under my control!" City Lord Dong Lan said resolutely.
Just then, her communicator lit up.
It is the highest level of emergency communication.
She answered immediately.
"Dong Lan, breaking news."
Two new intruders have appeared around the Luoyang star system!
These are the Luoyang 11 galaxy and the Luoyang 04 galaxy, respectively.