300: Chapter 300 A Hammer Smashes a Wild Elephant

"Record all information, including audio, video, signal characteristics, personnel imagery, and voiceprints," Erica ordered. "Prepare the data for packaging and upload it to Naypyidaw via an encrypted satellite link. Highlight the following: the 'Wild Elephant Collision' plan summary, the 'Ban Pa Meng' location, the codename of the 'Elephant Trainer,' and the newly discovered signal suspected to be associated with the Royal Guard."

She glanced at Lin Xiao, who was still somewhat dazed but clearly relieved, her tone flat yet carrying a hint of approval: "Well done. Your memory is very valuable."

Lin Xiao froze for a moment, lowered her head, and did not respond, but her tense shoulders relaxed slightly. The intelligence she provided might truly be able to exchange for a better life for her sister, or even... a faint, glimmering hope for the future.

Naypyidaw, Underground Strategic Command Center.

The massive curved main screen was divided into multiple frames: surveillance footage transmitted from Bangkok, signal analysis charts, high-definition satellite and drone reconnaissance images of the 'Ban Pa Meng' area, and the real-time situational map of the Eastern Military Region's various units. The air was filled with the low hum of electronic equipment and a sense of tension, as if a storm were about to break.

Zhang Cheng stood before the command console, his hands pressed against the surface, his gaze sweeping over all the information like a hawk. Old K and Li Lanzhi stood on either side.

"Confirmation level of the intelligence?" Zhang Cheng asked, his voice calm.

"Extremely high," Old K replied, pulling up the analysis report. "The audio and video content obtained by Erica's team perfectly aligns with the background information provided by Lin Xiao, the abnormal troop movements of the Thai Army's Third Army Region that we previously grasped, and the timing of the sudden expansion of the Yankee 'Cobra Gold' exercise. 'Wild Elephant Collision' is a typical, upgraded false flag operation designed to manufacture irrefutable 'evidence of aggression,' paving the way for a large-scale cross-border offensive by the Thai Army (possibly receiving direct support from the US military). It is expected that their combination of public opinion maneuvering, diplomatic challenges, and military follow-up will be fully launched within 12 hours after the attack occurs."

Li Lanzhi added, her tone carrying suppressed anger: "The target village, 'Ban Pa Meng,' has over sixty households, nearly three hundred people. According to their plan, it will cause at least twenty civilian deaths, including women and children. This is a naked crime against humanity; to create an excuse for aggression, they are willing to slaughter their own civilians!"

"To them, civilians near the border have always been nothing more than sacrificial pawns," a cold light flashed in Zhang Cheng's eyes. "Since they want to direct a tragedy, we will help them build the stage more sturdily so that the actors never return."

He straightened up, his orders falling clearly:

"First, all units of the Eastern Military Region are to enter Level 1 combat readiness immediately. The 3rd and 5th Mechanized Infantry Divisions and the 2nd Armored Brigade are to deploy forward towards the Moei River, but remain concealed and enter pre-set defensive positions. The 'Sky Dome' regional air defense and anti-missile system is to be pushed forward to pre-set positions within 20 kilometers of the border, focusing on covering the potential direction of incoming enemy aircraft and the airspace around 'Ban Pa Meng.' The 'Vega' jamming and suppression units belonging to the Electronic Warfare Brigade are to deploy forward, maintain silence, and await orders to activate, ensuring that the communication link between the 'Wild Elephant' operation area and the rear command post is completely severed during the operation."

Old K quickly recorded and transmitted the instructions, and the confirmation feedback from the Eastern Military Region's frontline command post was returned within ten seconds. On the massive situational map, the blue icons representing our forces began to move towards the border, and the air defense and electronic warfare unit markers lit up.

"Second, order Erica's team," Zhang Cheng continued. "At all costs, determine the specific start time of 'Wild Elephant' (accurate to the hour) before the operation, the exact infiltration route and assembly point of the attack detachment, the identity and location of the 'Elephant Trainer,' as well as the coordinates of the rear command vehicle and the Thai Army's support units. They are authorized to use all necessary means, including armed intervention if appropriate when the action occurs, to seize key evidence, control, or eliminate key personnel. Mission priority: Obtain original evidence > Control the field commander > Disrupt the operation. I will have the system coordinate to airdrop a batch of 'Swarm' attack drones and enhanced individual equipment for them."

"Third, diplomatic and public opinion preparation." Zhang Cheng looked at Li Lanzhi. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will immediately draft and issue the highest-level diplomatic note to the Thai Embassy in Myanmar and the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Key points: We have obtained solid intelligence indicating that certain forces intend to create a serious incident on the Thai-Myanmar border, masquerading as our military to attack Thai civilians, and warning the Thai side not to play with fire and burn themselves. Any serious consequences arising from this will be the full responsibility of the Thai side. The wording should be severe, but do not disclose the specific details of the plan for now."

"At the same time," he paused, "through the channel of Special Envoy Zhao Gang, provide an urgent briefing to the Long Country side regarding the intelligence summary of the 'Wild Elephant Collision' plan, including its nature, potential time and location, and the shadows of the Yankees and Council of Elders involved behind it. State that this is an effort by us to maintain border stability and prevent regional conflict escalation, and express hope that the Long Country can provide necessary understanding and strategic warning on the international stage to prevent anyone from distorting the facts."

Li Lanzhi nodded: "Understood. I will personally draft the diplomatic note and arrange an emergency meeting with Special Envoy Zhao Gang."

"Fourth," Zhang Cheng finally looked at Old K, "the General Staff must immediately formulate multiple counter-preparations based on the terrain of 'Ban Pa Meng,' the enemy's likely movement routes, and support plans. Key points include: 1. How to conduct full-process monitoring and even fire coverage of the infiltrating 'Wild Elephant' detachment while ensuring no border crossing; 2. How to ensure the safety and success of Erica's team at the action site; 3. Once the enemy launches a public opinion war as planned, how we can counter-attack globally with the fastest speed and strongest evidence, instantly reversing public opinion; 4. If the Thai Army uses this as an excuse to launch a large-scale offensive, our Eastern Military Region's defense and counter-attack plans, especially the strike plan against the 'Cobra Gold' exercise units that the enemy may deploy."

A glow like a data stream flashed in Old K's eyes: "Yes. The plans will be submitted within 6 hours. I suggest mobilizing the precision-guided rocket artillery battalion of the 'Thor' Long-range Firepower Brigade, moving forward to positions that can cover the area near 'Ban Pa Meng' on our side. Once the enemy's location is confirmed, a surgical strike can be conducted. At the same time, I suggest activating some of our dormant information nodes within Thailand, preparing to release auxiliary evidence at a critical moment to disrupt their public opinion deployment."

"Approved." Zhang Cheng nodded. "Remember, Old K, this time we are not just defending, we are counter-attacking. They want to use the 'Wild Elephant' to ram our national gates, so we will use the hammer to smash this 'Wild Elephant,' along with the animal trainer behind it, right on the border line. Let the whole world see what price must be paid for engaging in such despicable conspiracies."

The orders, like invisible ripples, spread rapidly from the command center to border troops, lurking special operations teams, diplomatic institutions, and distant ally channels. The massive state machine and war system, following the commander's order, began to operate precisely and efficiently.