After inspecting all the firing positions and finding no issues, Lin Yuan stayed at the foremost position, which was also position 1.
He planned to observe the situation first and then provide mobile support once the zombies approached. This position was near the camp's main gate.
Another firing point was near the perimeter wall, guarding the second, more dilapidated path, designated as position 2.
The base was backed by mountains, with sheer cliffs on the left. Directly in front was the abandoned gate, and after the iron chain bridge broke, only sheer cliffs remained. To the right was the side near Dragon Rise Mountain. On this side, only two positions offered relatively easier access; the rest were treacherous terrains that were difficult for people to ascend, let alone zombies with impaired mobility.
Only certain Alpha variants or high-tier variants like Night Demons could climb up. Dealing with these infiltrating zombies would be the responsibility of him and Jiang Ziqi, which was the purpose of their top-tier combat strength.
The term "easy to defend and hard to attack" was not just for show.
The positions were ready, but he wasn't sure what the safe zone's plan was.
As he was contemplating, the walkie-talkie crackled to life. Sun Haiping's excited voice came through: "Captain, the safe zone says they are dispatching fighter jets. They say it's Grandpa Sixteen, who is currently on a nest eradication mission. Two are on their way. The safe zone's refueling tankers have also taken off. We're saved!"
???
The call for bombing was successful!!
However, Lin Yuan didn't hold out much hope. Two J-16s couldn't wipe out over 100,000 zombies in one go. Even eliminating half would be a stroke of luck.
According to intel from the safe zone, the zombies from Qingshe County had a clear objective: they were coming for them.
After much thought, Lin Yuan could only link it to those two blood-red hairs. Otherwise, what organization could control zombies?
HSAC would find it difficult as well.
Of course, it was also possible that some zombie similar to a zombie horde leader had appeared among the zombie masses, and coincidentally, this zombie decided to head this way, which was not impossible.
"Understood. Continue to observe and report any changes promptly."
A few minutes later, Lin Yuan had returned to his combat position, sitting with a fully armed Jiang Ziqi, waiting for the battle to commence.
Feeling the air was a bit stuffy, he was about to say something humorous when a thunderous roar suddenly echoed from the sky.
Looking up, he saw two J-16s, flying low with full ordnance, speeding towards their direction.
Squinting, Lin Yuan clearly saw what was mounted under the bellies of the two fighter jets.
Well, nothing had changed; it was still the "Bone Ash" set he had seen when retreating from the county town.
Cluster bombs, thermobaric bombs, and white phosphorus incendiary bombs.
"Raise the red flag."
"Understood!"
As the red flag was raised, the J-16s in the sky passed each other. The scene was quite stirring, but Lin Yuan and his team didn't have time to be stirred.
"Brother Sun, what's the latest from satellite observation?"
Lin Yuan's question was quickly answered: "The zombie horde is still moving in formation, but they are about to enter the mountain range."
It's good they hadn't entered yet. With the speed of the J-16s, they would catch up quickly.
Once the zombies entered the mountains, the effectiveness of the ordnance under the two aircraft would be greatly reduced. Dropping them would not have much effect.
"Report to Command, trajectory calculations are complete."
"Deliver the payload immediately!"
The drop points calculated by the computer were precise, maximizing the effectiveness of the missiles carried by the fighter jets.
Missile after missile dropped from the aircraft bellies, smashing into the zombie horde. Lin Yuan and the others could even hear the commotion.
"Report to Command, all ordnance delivered, returning for refueling rendezvous."
"Command received, safe return."
Seeing the fighter jets return, Lin Yuan didn't relax. He was still waiting for the battle results statistics from the safe zone's satellite observation department.
Two minutes later, a message came over the radio.
"Comrade Lin Yuan, our fighter jets have eliminated 59.8% of the zombie horde. The pressure you face will be significantly reduced. From now on, it will depend on yourselves.
Additionally, there are two pieces of news to inform you of. First, due to the recent commotion, the Bai Long County zombie horde, which had already moved out of the county, has detected some activity and is moving slowly.
Second, based on the observations of the fighter jet pilots, this zombie horde from Qingshe County is very unusual. The recent bombing did not break their formation, and the remaining zombies quickly regrouped, which is unlike normal zombies. You must be extremely cautious.
Now, on behalf of the Tianfu Safe Zone, I have a request for your team: if possible, we hope you can provide 3-5 intact zombie heads. This will also be recorded as military merit."
"Understood, we will do our best to complete the tasks assigned by the organization!"
59.8%?! It seems heaven has not abandoned us!
After ending the communication, Lin Yuan went out with Sun Haiping. Sun Haiping was also a firing point. After more than two, nearly three months of training, Sun Haiping's combat effectiveness had also greatly improved.
With over 40,000 zombies remaining, the terrain and jungle would block a significant portion. There were only two entry points into the camp. As long as these two positions were defended, with the four snipers on the watchtowers taking precise shots, plus Lin Yuan and Jiang Ziqi preventing high-tier variants from breaking through, they could basically hold out until their ammunition ran out.
"Attention all units, attention all units. Check your equipment, especially the light and heavy machine guns. Ensure you can switch quickly if a malfunction occurs. Everyone, don't be nervous. Remember what you've practiced, and strive to eliminate one enemy with each bullet.
Today is the greatest crisis our team has faced. Whether we can hold on depends not on fate, but on ourselves! Do you understand!"
"Understood!"
"Chamber rounds! Prepare for battle, maintain silence!"
After speaking, he went to check the three watchtowers again. Mu Qingtian and Wu Tian each had a watchtower, while Zhao Anjing and Liu Mengmeng shared one, forming a sniper network.
"Once the battle begins, fire freely. Prioritize Alpha variants and other high-tier variants. Also, pay attention to our reminders, and always be aware of any zombies attempting to break through. Do you understand?"
"Understood!"
As soon as he descended from the watchtower, Jiang Ziqi, who was observing with binoculars outside, suddenly made a signal.
Seeing this signal, all the team members knew the zombies had arrived.
Quickly, they told Jiang Ziqi to return to defend the base.
"How many zombies are there?"
"Unclear, they're dense, countless."
Lin Yuan took the binoculars and went up to the watchtower.
Finally, he truly experienced the scene of "when people surpass ten thousand, they can fill the sky." The sight of over 40,000 zombies crossing Dragon Rise Mountain was like a dark cloud passing over, truly terrifying.
"Prepare the rocket launchers!!! Bomb them first!!"