Chapter 184: Burning Warehouse

Lin Chen had just finished replying to Xia Nuan's message when Commander Zhang gathered the Thunder Squad and the core members of the Iron Hand Group for a meeting.

In the conference room, Commander Zhang spread a map marked "Shadow Group Main Stronghold" on the table: "According to reconnaissance, the Shadow Group's main stronghold is in the abandoned arsenal in Chengdong.

Inside are their core members and most of their weapons. Our plan is to launch a surprise attack at three o'clock tomorrow morning to wipe out their lair in one go."

Li Wei pointed to the layout of the arsenal on the map: "The arsenal has three entrances.

The main gate is the most heavily defended, while the east and west gates are relatively weak. We will act in three routes:

one route to attract fire from the main gate, one route to raid from the east gate, and Lin Chen will lead the assault squad to enter from the west gate to strike directly at their command room. How about that?"

Lin Chen nodded: "No problem, but there is an open area near the west gate,

which is easy to expose. We need to set up smoke grenades there in advance to cover the raid.

In addition, there may be traps inside the arsenal, so we must have the scouts confirm the internal structure again."

The Iron Hand Group leader also added: "We will send ten members to cooperate with you, responsible for clearing the perimeter guards to ensure you can enter smoothly."

After the meeting ended, Commander Zhang officially approved the action plan: "Execute according to this plan.

Each squad will now start preparing weapons and supplies, and gather at the perimeter of the arsenal at two o'clock in the morning."

Lin Chen immediately gathered the five members of the assault squad, returned to the training ground at headquarters, and began pre-battle drills.

"Our mission is to enter from the west gate, break through the perimeter guards within three minutes,

and then reach the command room along the passage. Pay attention that there may be hidden sentries and traps in the passage.

" Lin Chen took the simulated map and assigned tasks to the members, "Xiao Wang and Xiao Li are responsible for clearing hidden sentries, Xiao Zhang and Xiao Liu are responsible for dismantling traps, and I will cover you. Any questions?"

The members shook their heads one after another: "No problem!" The drill officially began. Lin Chen set up the training ground to look like the west gate of the arsenal, setting up simulated guards and traps.

"Action!" Lin Chen gave the order, and Xiao Zhang and Xiao Liu set off first,

carefully dismantling the "traps" on the ground—trip mines simulated with ropes; Xiao Wang and Xiao Li bypassed to the side and "knocked down" two "guards" with simulated guns.

Lin Chen followed behind, holding his ice blade, ready to deal with emergencies at any time.

Just as they reached the "passage entrance," two simulated "enemies" suddenly rushed out from the side. Lin Chen reacted quickly, wielding his blade to block their attacks, while shouting: "Xiao Wang, Xiao Li, take them out!" The two immediately stepped forward and cooperated with Lin Chen to subdue the "enemies."

"Not bad, but the speed can be faster. When acting for real, every second is critical.

" Lin Chen said to the members, "Let's do it again. This time we will control the time within two minutes."

In the second drill, the members were more tacit, and their movements were faster, not only completing the mission ahead of time but also successfully "occupying" the simulated command room.

After the drill ended, Lin Chen checked the members' weapons: "Everyone bring enough bullets and grenades,

and prepare an extra dagger in case the firearms fail. I will bring the ice blade and the Purple Lightning Purifying Gun,

responsible for dealing with sudden mutant creatures or elite enemies." He also specially distributed hot drinks to the members: "Rest well now, keep your spirits up, and act on time tomorrow morning."

Returning to the temporary dormitory, Lin Chen made a call to Xia Nuan: "There is an action tomorrow morning,

I might not be able to contact you. Take care of yourself and Tuan Tuan at the base, don't worry."

Xia Nuan's voice carried a hint of worry: "You must be careful, pay attention to safety,

I'll wait for you to come back." Lin Chen said "um," hung up the communication, and began to organize his equipment—checking the sharpness of the ice blade, confirming the number of bullets for the Purple Lightning Purifying Gun, and putting smoke grenades and grenades into his backpack.

At 1:30 AM, Lin Chen woke up the members of the assault squad and went to gather at the perimeter of the arsenal together. At this time, the other two squads had also arrived, and the Iron Hand Group members were checking their weapons, while the scouts finally confirmed the internal situation of the arsenal: "The guards inside are all at their posts, there are five core members in the command room, and no mutant creatures have been found."

Commander Zhang looked at the time: "Half an hour left, everyone check your equipment again, adjust your state, and launch the attack at three o'clock sharp." Lin Chen walked to the side of the assault squad members and patted them on the shoulders: "Don't be nervous, just like in our drills, believe in yourself and believe in your teammates." The members nodded, their eyes firm, gripping the weapons in their hands.

At three o'clock in the morning, the sky was still pitch black. Commander Zhang raised his hand and then dropped it sharply: "Action!" The squad at the main gate opened fire first, the sound of gunfire instantly breaking the silence; the squad at the east gate also began to act, throwing smoke grenades inside; Lin Chen led the assault squad, taking advantage of the smoke cover, and rushed quickly toward the west gate, ready to begin their raid mission. ===== CHAPTER 185 =====