“Spatial teleportation, spatial storage.”Yan Song lightly tapped the table with his fingers, his eyes deep.After hearing the communicator's report, he realized he might have underestimated the Third Battalion's new Battalion Commander. Not only could he effortlessly annihilate hundreds of Bull-horned Demons, he even possessed the extremely rare spatial ability.Qin Tian's appearance made him feel a subtle threat.On the battlefield of Demon Suppression Abyss, the strictest but also fairest selection system was implemented. Outside, in the regular military, seniority might matter, but here, no one's position was secure. If a subordinate was too brilliant, he could replace his superior at any time.Fortunately, Qin Tian himself was only a Five-Stage Psionicist, and the overall combat power of the team he led was not too strong, so for now, he posed no threat to Yan Song.Furthermore, the ability of spatial teleportation held significant strategic value. If used well, it could actually help him complete his plan.“Go, gather all Battalion Commanders for a meeting at the Battle Group headquarters,” Yan Song ordered in a deep voice.“Yes!”Half an hour later, eight Battalion Commanders gathered in the Crimson Gold Battle Group's main tent, supported by Xuan Iron frames. A faint scent of incense permeated the air, and eight pillars carved with battle patterns supported the dome. Battle zone maps hung on the tent walls.Yan Song sat at the head, his fingers lightly tapping the table, his gaze sweeping over the eight Battalion Commanders seated below, finally resting on the only new face.Qin Tian sat at the very end, his black combat uniform's shoulder lines as sharp as if carved by a knife. His face was stern, his demeanor steady. The gazes directed at him were either probing, curious, or even carried a hint of imperceptible scrutiny, yet he seemed ~Nоvеl𝕚ght~ oblivious, only slowly raising his eyes when Yan Song spoke.“The main reason for gathering everyone today is to introduce the new Battalion Commander of our Crimson Gold Battle Group's Third Battalion, Colonel Qin Tian from the Seventh Bureau.”Yan Song's voice wasn't loud, yet it was like a stone dropped into still water. A collective gasp instantly rippled through the tent.What!Colonel!Everyone was startled. Qin Tian looked so young, yet he was a Colonel. Among everyone present, only Battle Group Commander Yan Song was his equal in rank.Moreover, his background was extraordinary—the Seventh Bureau, that mysterious and special department.It seems our Crimson Gold Battle Group has another powerful newcomer!Everyone had different thoughts. Logically, a strong person joining the team was a good thing, but they were well aware of Yan Song's disposition. The stronger Qin Tian's abilities, the more he would be targeted by Yan Song.This narrow-minded Battle Group Commander would never allow anyone to challenge his authority.Yan Song continued with a smile on his face:“Battalion Commander Qin has been here for less than three hours and has already led his team to eliminate hundreds of demons, greatly alleviating the defensive pressure on the Third Battalion. With Battalion Commander Qin joining, our Crimson Gold Battle Group is like a tiger with wings. Now, let us all welcome Battalion Commander Qin’s arrival.”Clap, clap, clap. Enthusiastic applause erupted in the tent.Qin Tian nodded slightly, his calm voice steady:“Thank you. Qin Tian is new here, so I ask for everyone’s continued guidance.”Yan Song smiled, pointing to the young military officer on his left, and said, “Qin Tian, let me introduce you. This is the Second Battalion Commander, Feng Xiaotian.”“Fourth Battalion Commander, Luo Hu.”“Fifth Battalion Commander, Zhao Yue.”“First Battalion Commander, Li Wufeng.”“Sixth Battalion Commander, —”Qin Tian memorized the faces and names of all the Battalion Commanders. At the same time, he also noticed something interesting.During the introductions, Yan Song did not follow the numerical order of the battalions. Instead, he first introduced the Second, Fourth, and Fifth Battalions. According to Shen Juan, these three battalions were the most valued under Yan Song, and their Battalion Commanders were all from prominent noble families. The other Battalion Commanders were even seated after these three.After introducing the main military officers of the Battle Group, Yan Song's expression became solemn, and he slowly said:“Now, let’s get down to business: deploying the next phase of the combat plan.”With that, Yan Song spread a paper map on the table.“This is the Battle Group command post, these are the strongholds of the eight major battalions, and these red patterns represent nearby demon gathering places.”Yan Song’s tone was solemn, “Among them, the two Demon Caves pose the greatest threat to us.”Bang ~The pointer heavily tapped on two black and red skull icons.Qin Tian looked closely and saw that one Demon Cave was near the Third Battalion. As for the other Demon Cave, it was also not far from the Third Battalion.“This Demon Cave contains approximately ten thousand demons, which I will call Demon Cave No. 1. This other one has about three thousand demons, designated as Demon Cave No. 2.”“Next, our Crimson Gold Battle Group’s target is it—Everyone stood up, their gazes fixed on one of the skull icons, which was Demon Cave No. 2, the closest one to the Third Battalion.Immediately, many people's gazes turned towards Qin Tian.Everyone knew why the Third Battalion's stronghold was near the Demon Cave; it was due to the previous Third Battalion Commander Xu Xiong's grievances with Battle Group Commander Yan.And now, as soon as Qin Tian took office, Yan Song set the next cleanup target as Demon Cave No. 2. This arrangement made it difficult not to let one's imagination run wild.After all, if they were truly to attack Demon Cave No. 2, the Third Battalion, being closest to the Demon Cave, would inevitably bear a heavier burden than the other battalions.“Battalion Commander Qin, I heard you also possess spatial teleportation abilities. I’d like to know, what is your maximum teleportation distance?” Yan Song suddenly asked Qin Tian.What?Everyone looked at Qin Tian in shock.Space has always been regarded as the most mysterious and rarest element. Generally speaking, only high-level spatial mages can master spatial teleportation.And Qin Tian actually possessed this ability. If it was true, his lineage must be extraordinary.Qin Tian's eyes flickered, and he said:“After entering Demon Suppression Abyss, my abilities were suppressed. My maximum teleportation distance is probably around 20 kilometers.”20 kilometers? Upon hearing this number, Yan Song's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of disappointment flashed deep in his eyes.I had planned to use you to complete my plan, but now it seems your role will have to change.“Alright, I understand.”Yan Song nodded, his knuckles heavily rapping on the tabletop. The dull sound instantly silenced the tent.He scanned the crowd, his lips pressed into a cold, hard line, his expression suddenly serious: “The target for clearing the Demon Cave has been decided. Next, I will detail the combat plan.”The light in the tent cast alternating shadows on his face, and the pointer in his hand heavily tapped on the black skull icon:“The operation time is set for ten hours from now. By then, the lunar eclipse in Demon Suppression Abyss will have just ended, the demon tide will have receded, and the demon energy concentration will drop to its lowest. Those demons are most agitated when demon energy is abundant, but after the tide recedes, they will fall into a brief period of lethargy. This is our best moment to act.”Hearing this, everyone nodded. The period after the demon tide receded was a rare weak point for the demons. Acting at this time could increase the success rate by at least ten to twenty percent.Yan Song continued, “The Third Battalion and the First Battalion are currently closest to Demon Cave No. 2. I need both of your battalions to act as vanguards. Qin Tian, your Third Battalion will advance through the front canyon. There’s no need to engage in prolonged combat; you just need to create enough commotion to draw out the patrolling demons from the periphery.”He paused, his gaze sweeping to the First Battalion Commander: “Li Wufeng, your First Battalion will bypass to the Obsidian Ridge on the flank. When the Third Battalion draws the demons halfway up the mountain, you will immediately launch an attack, forcing the demons into the trap we have set up in advance.”Bang!The pointer heavily jabbed at a corner of the map: “Here, we will pre-bury thirty tons of psionic explosives and set up a rune barrier. Once the main demon force enters the valley, immediately use the barrier to seal off their retreat, then detonate the explosives. If the tactics are executed perfectly, I believe we can eliminate over thirty percent of the demons in one go.”“At the same time, I will lead the remaining six battalions to raid the Demon Cave, striking directly at its heart to completely destroy it.”After Yan Song finished speaking, a brief silence fell over the tent.In fact, Yan Song's tactics were not complicated; it was simply about dividing and conquering the demons in the Demon Cave. For dealing with 3000 demons, such tactics were sufficient.But anyone with a discerning eye could see that the First Battalion and the Third Battalion bore the heaviest pressure.No one was sure how many demons they would draw away. If the number was small, it would be fine, but if the number was too large, these two battalions might be annihilated by the pursuing demons before even reaching the trap.As for why the First Battalion and the Third Battalion were chosen, everyone knew the reason.First Battalion Commander Li Wufeng, a commoner officer, although he didn't openly contradict Battle Group Commander Yan as often as Xu Xiong, his attitude towards Battle Group Commander Yan was lukewarm, and it was rumored that he often grumbled in private.And Qin Tian, a newcomer, yet he showed himself to be very strong and brilliant. Given Yan Song's temperament, he would naturally try to suppress him by any means.For a moment, everyone's gaze drifted between Li Wufeng and Qin Tian.Li Wufeng's face was grim, a vein throbbing on his forehead, but he ultimately did not vent his frustration.Qin Tian’s reaction, however, surprised everyone. He was too calm, his eyes unruffled, as if he hadn’t taken the task to heart.“I accept this mission.”Qin Tian slowly spoke, “But I have one condition.”Yan Song: “Speak!”Qin Tian looked directly at Yan Song, “The activation devices for the psionic explosives and the barrier must be controlled by me.”Upon hearing this, Yan Song's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of imperceptible coldness flashed in his eyes. Qin Tian's demand was a clear sign of distrust towards him.He looked deeply at Qin Tian and said:“Of course, that will naturally be handed over to you.”Hearing this, Li Wufeng's expression softened slightly. During this time, he had already witnessed Yan Song's hypocrisy and shamelessness. He would rather trust Qin Tian, with whom he had no prior connection, than gamble on Yan Song's character.He turned his head, staring at Qin Tian's unruffled face, and an inexplicable feeling arose deep within him.This young Colonel possessed an elusive charisma. Although it was their first meeting, he inexplicably exuded a sense of trustworthiness and reassurance.

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