192: The war is imminent

The message was quickly sent back, the other party demanded they stop their ship and accept inspection.

Xie Biao cursed angrily, "These shameless scoundrels, why don't they just say the aircraft carrier is theirs."

Xu Ning sneered, "Of course they want to, they just haven't found the opportunity. Tell them, our aircraft carrier is flying the flag of Great Xia, dare to approach, and they are our enemies, we will retaliate in self-defense."

Vokoso was stunned for a moment, his brows furrowed, "What will we use to fight back?"

Xie Biao and the others almost simultaneously turned their gaze towards Xu Ning, their hearts filled with doubt.

According to what they knew, this aircraft carrier seemed empty except for the power system.

Could it be that Xu Ning intended to emulate the warriors of history, fight to the death, and perish together?

Xu Ning's gaze was as firm as iron, "Have you forgotten the tanks in our hands?"

"Xie Biao, move all the tanks onto the deck." His voice carried an unquestionable resolve, "Since the enemy isn't leaving us a way out, then we don't need to show mercy either, let's fight."

Xie Biao straightened his back, after a standard military salute, fighting spirit ignited in his eyes, "Yes, I'll use tanks to hit ships today, let's see what that feels like."

Then, Xu Ning turned to Vokoso, his tone softening slightly, "Mr. Vokoso, I know you are all civilians and have no obligation to risk your lives for us. So, once the battle begins, you just need to find a place to hide. If the situation is unfavorable, you are free to choose to surrender."

Vokoso's expression had changed.

As the leader of the workers, he naturally did not want to be buried here.

However, after witnessing the determination of this group to fight to the death, something within him was touched.

Deep down, this old worker actually had a strong adherence to national honor.

Finally, Vokoso gritted his teeth and said, "Damn it, we're not cowards either.

I'll gather a few brave ones to help.

Just tell us what needs to be done."

Xu Ning returned a solemn military salute, his gratitude evident, "Thank you, Vokoso."

As expected, Star Moon City's response was still tough and dismissive, ordering them to stop their ship immediately and accept inspection.

Regarding this, Xu Ning was well prepared in his heart, he knew that only strength could determine the direction of dialogue.

Night fell, but the pursuit did not stop.

The Star Moon City light frigates chased closely like hungry wolves.

At this time, on the flight deck, Xiao Adam and others had already deployed several Poor Oddity Tanks, their muzzles uniformly pointing towards the enemy ship, ready for action.

Xu Ning personally sat inside one of the tanks, carefully adjusting the firing parameters.

The radar showed that by tomorrow morning, the Poor Oddity Tanks' range would be able to reach the enemy.

Of course, this also meant that the other side could also retaliate.

Under normal circumstances, facing well-equipped Navy forces, land tanks had almost no chance of winning.

However, due to the height advantage of the aircraft carrier, the firepower gap between the tanks and the enemy ships was narrowed.

Xu Ning knew that this battle had to be won, otherwise, an unimaginable dark future awaited them.

Time was like an invisible file, slowly grinding away at everyone's spirit and will.

As all preparations were ready, all personnel lined up neatly, waiting for Xu Ning's next instruction.

However, a trace of unconcealable tension hung on everyone's face.

Xu Ning scanned the exhausted team, and said in a firm tone, "The battle will commence tomorrow, everyone must rest well tonight."

He turned to Zhao Zhide, "You arrange for two people to take turns assisting Vokoso."

"Yes, Mr. Xu." Zhao Zhide responded, but there was silence all around, no one moved.

Although this group had fought alongside him, they were not seasoned professional soldiers after all.

The heart that had originally yearned for a bright future was once again shrouded in shadow under the heavy pressure of reality, fear surged like a tide, causing their limbs to tremble uncontrollably.

Xu Ning keenly captured all of this, he said in a deep voice, "I know what's on your minds, you're worried that we might be defeated, aren't you?"

Silence enveloped the entire team, no one looked up to meet his gaze.

He continued, "To be honest, I also feel fear.

It feels like in a closely matched football game, time is running out, the goal is within reach, and the ball at my feet is the kick that will decide the outcome.

However, at this critical moment, a dozen of the opposing players are swarming towards me, trying to stop me from shooting."

Xu Ning paused for a moment, and then threw a question to everyone, "So, if it were you, would you choose to attempt a shot that you're not sure will score, or would you dodge to protect yourself?"

There were whispers and hesitant eye contact in the crowd, no one was willing to speak first.

At this moment, Xiao Adam mustered the courage to break the silence, "Mr. Xu, if it were you, what would you do?"

Xu Ning's gaze sharpened, and a cold smile curved his lips, "I would choose to show my gun."

Everyone's faces were filled with confusion.

Xu Ning explained, "Since they don't play by the rules, I don't need to be polite anymore.

It's still unknown who will win in the end, if we don't even have this much courage, what kind of men are we?"

These words were like a flash of lightning piercing the darkness, dispelling the fear in everyone's hearts.

A surge of hot blood began to burn in everyone's chest.

"That's right, what's there to be afraid of, let's fight."

"Yes, let's fight."

"Advance."

...

From that moment on, a subtle change quietly occurred deep within Xiao Adam and his companions, transforming them into true warriors.

Because they knew that no matter how difficult the road ahead, there would always be a leader standing at the very front, and that was Mr. Xu.

The next morning, as the first rays of dawn appeared, Xu Ning stood on the command platform, gazing through binoculars at the approaching light frigates in the distance.

Overnight, the distance between the enemy and themselves had greatly shortened, so much so that he could now clearly distinguish the defensive weapons on the opposing deck.

A great battle was imminent.

Fortunately, the enemy was clearly coveting this aircraft carrier and did not resort to extreme measures like launching torpedoes.

In a contest of strength, the firepower carried by the Poor Oddity Tanks was by no means comparable to that of ordinary opponents.

Xu Ning gripped the intercom tightly, calmly and firmly issuing orders to the armored units on the deck, "Attention everyone, enter combat readiness."

He turned his head, his gaze meeting Vokoso's, "Issue one last ultimatum.

If they dare to cross the line, don't blame us for being impolite."

Vokoso nodded and quickly carried out the instructions.

"Listen up, everyone, activate all fire systems.

Once the enemy ship enters range, do not hesitate, fire immediately."

Xu Ning's voice spread through every corner via the radio.

"Understood." Xiao Adam responded.

Little John carefully calibrated through the scope, relying on the experience accumulated earlier, he accurately calculated the optimal firing distance.

He said excitedly, "Reporting to Commander Lin, target locked, should we fire immediately?"

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