125: Lujiang City Restoration

Three days!

The two major urban districts of Lujiang City, once occupied by five million zombies and resembling a living hell, had now been completely cleared! The steel torrents and elite soldiers of the Red Alert Legion had combed through every inch of land like scavengers. The horrific roars could no longer be heard amidst the ruins; only the roar of construction machinery and the hopeful conversations of survivors who had escaped death echoed over the city.

Jiang Xin looked down at this reborn city. Sunlight streamed through the clean glass windows, illuminating him and the thrilling number on the system interface: 1,000,000 Gold! The source of this massive fund was none other than the newly liberated Lujiang Urban Area.

Moreover, the massive amount of Second-Tier crystal cores collected had allowed Zhang Lei and Tanya, the two top combatants, to successfully advance to Third-Tier Evolvers.

The base's pharmaceutical production line was running at full capacity, and Jiang Xin was confident that within half a month, more Third-Tier Experts would emerge among his subordinates, capable of looking down on the rest of the country. At this moment, the mainstream combat power of other bases across the country was still generally stuck at the Second-Tier stage.

By now, the entire territory of Lujiang City—including the urban districts, counties, and townships—had fallen under his rule. Over 300,000 survivors had been properly resettled, a number far exceeding the 150,000 originally required by the system. He now possessed not only a powerful military force but also a massive population base and a reviving productive capacity.

Shortly after, two telegrams that shocked the entire nation spread across the land of China via radio waves:

＞ Notice to the National Government agencies and the people of the nation:

＞ Our unit—the Red Alert Legion—has completed the full liberation of the entire territory of Lujiang City (including urban districts, subordinate counties, and townships) as of today! In this battle, our soldiers fought bravely, eliminating over five million entrenched zombies and successfully rescuing over 300,000 trapped civilians. Currently, production and living order in Lujiang City are being restored in an orderly manner. Our base defense lines are solid, and order is maintained.

If there are any compatriots trapped in areas near Lujiang City, please send a distress signal to radio channel xxxx immediately! Our military will dispatch helicopters to rescue you at the first opportunity!

In a few days, after a brief rest, our army will march north and south to reinforce the neighboring Lingchuan City and Qianzhou City, clear out the zombies, and reclaim our homeland! We hope all bases and legions across the country will work together to overcome these difficult times!

Lujiang City - Red Alert Legion - Jiang Xin

The second telegram (issued by the National Government agencies):

＞ Notice to the people of the nation and all major bases:

＞ Today, we are pleased to hear that the Red Alert Legion has successfully liberated the entire territory of Lujiang City within the West River Region! This is a major victory for our country in the fight against the zombie apocalypse, bringing a glimmer of hope to the darkness-shrouded land! The National Government agencies and the Supreme United Front Work Department highly recognize the outstanding achievements and exceptional leadership of Comrade Jiang Xin!

＞ It is hereby decided:

First, confer upon Comrade Jiang Xin the National Medal of Honor, the "Glorious Medal"!

Second, confer upon Comrade Jiang Xin the rank of Army Colonel!

Third, appoint Comrade Jiang Xin as the Mayor of Lujiang City and grant him the rank of Fourth-Level National Official (Vice-Provincial Level)!

The conferment ceremony will be held in Lujiang City in ten days, at which time a special commissioner from the National Government will arrive to bestow the honors! We hope all major bases and resistance forces across the country will take Comrade Jiang Xin as a model, unite sincerely, fight bravely, and strive for the early restoration of our nation's glory!

By order of the National Government and the Supreme United Front Work Department

Looking at the telegram from the National Government, a sincere smile appeared on Jiang Xin's face. This recognition from the National Government was of great strategic significance for stabilizing his rule and integrating resources.

But what made him even more elated was the mountain of funds in the system!

"Finally, I can expand the army on a large scale!" Jiang Xin rubbed his hands, excitement flashing in his eyes. He began operating the system interface without hesitation.

Step one: Replenish troops.

Following the long-planned establishment, he waved his hand and expanded the existing 6 battalions (5 at Lujiang Base, 1 at Yongjiang Base) into a complete 3 regiments (4 battalions per regiment), producing a total of 6 full-strength battalions!

After the expansion, he would possess over 6,000 Red Alert Soldiers!

＞ [Detailed Composition of a Full-Strength Battalion - Cost 73,400 Gold/Battalion]:

1. Core Combat Company (1 unit): Subordinate to 9 elite combat squads: Per squad: 2 Riot Troopers (equipped with high-strength composite riot shields, large-caliber pistols, military knives), 1 Heavy Infantry (carrying M249 squad machine gun and individual rocket launcher), 1 Sniper (equipped with Barrett Sniper rifle), 8 standard Conscripts (equipped with assault rifles, etc.).

Extra equipment: 3 elite Military Dogs (1 per platoon, responsible for guarding, tracking, and auxiliary attacks).

2. Conscript Company (3 units):

Each company has 9 standard combat squads. Per squad: 12 standard Conscripts (equipped with assault rifles and other equipment). Extra equipment: 1 Military Dog per platoon (for guarding and assistance).

3. Logistics Support Company (1 unit):

Including:

＞ Engineer Squad (2 units, 10 people per squad): Equipped with pistols and engineering vehicles, can perform tasks such as tool maintenance, battlefield emergency repairs, and construction of fortifications.

＞ Medical Squad (1 unit, 10 people): Equipped with pistols, field medical kits, stretchers, surgical instruments, and battlefield ambulance vehicles, responsible for battlefield first aid and evacuation.

＞ Kitchen Squad (1 unit, 10 people): Equipped with field kitchen trucks and pistols, responsible for ensuring hot food supply for the troops.

＞ Transport Squad (2 units, 10 Conscripts per squad): Responsible for material transport and casualty evacuation.

＞ Communication Squad (1 unit, 10 Conscripts): Field communication equipment, encrypted radios, to ensure smooth communication.

The Logistics Support Company is still produced with a mix of men and women.

Vehicles (Cost 8,400 Gold/Battalion):

＞ Kamikaze Military Trucks: 6 units (high mobility, strong off-road capability, used for rapid transport of personnel/materials).

＞ armored personnel carrier: 10 units (light armor protection, vehicle-mounted machine gun, can carry an infantry squad for rapid assault).

＞ Main Battle Tanks: 5 units (mixed formation: 2 rhino heavy tank (125mm smoothbore gun, heavy armor), 3 grizzly tank (85mm smoothbore gun, flexible mobility, fire support)).

Total cost: 440,400 Gold!

As the last soldier and vehicle were generated in the virtual interface, Jiang Xin felt a surge of powerful strength flooding his body, as if the will of the entire legion was closely connected to him. In his mind, Number 1's iconic, emotionless mechanical voice sounded at the right time:

"Congratulations to the Commander for being promoted to Colonel Brigade Commander! Commanding a force of three regiments, shaking the region with your might! New unit permissions have been unlocked—

Air Command Center:

＞ apollo aerospace fighter

＞ peacekeeper bomber

＞ Nighthawk Transport Aircraft

War Factory:

＞ apocalypse tank

＞ tesla tank

Dock (needs to be built near the sea):

＞ North Wind-class Amphibious Assault Ship

＞ Aegis-class Cruiser

Given the Commander's high mission completion rate, special reward unlocked: Primary Superweapon construction permission!

Satellite Launch Center / Buildable facility.

Providing units: Spy Satellite / Gap Generator"

"Superweapon?!" Jiang Xin's heart skipped a beat, and immense surprise instantly overwhelmed him. He couldn't wait to click on the detailed introduction.