Section 2, Predicament

The rising waves of heat enveloped this narrow space from all directions, and Wei Wen struggled to suppress the searing pain that engulfed his body. The hiding position of the reconnaissance team had already been exposed, and without anti-armor weapons, facing the patrol units of the Pan-United Army, the only outcome could be a one-sided massacre. He had no chance to fight back. ... The only way ... was to escape to the north. He had no chance to fight back. ... The only way ... was to escape to the north

The commander of the Pan-Union Army, standing beside the armored vehicle, widened his eyes in disbelief, his face frozen in an expression of incredulous terror. A bullet hole had suddenly appeared in the center of his forehead, from which a faint trickle of bright red blood was oozing out.

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Before the sound had faded, the 20mm cannon atop the armored vehicle had already unleashed a thunderous roar akin to a raging storm. Bursts of large-caliber bullets raced toward their target at an astonishing speed, with the muzzle expelling a one-meter-long orange flame, pouring forth a torrential rain of bullets at a terrifying velocity. The bullets struck the rocky surface beside the reconnaissance team's concealment point, sending up a flurry of sparks and shattering the stones into countless sharp fragments.

Moreover, the direction from which the bullets are coming is from behind oneself. The location indicated by the smoke and gunfire is also the same.

2, continuously heading north, into the depths of the S12 mining area. There, the radiation index exceeds 500. The maximum limit that humans can endure is no more than 30

Wei Wen crouched between two rocks, tightly gripping the tactical binoculars in his left hand. He carefully observed the hilly area to the north of the mountain rocks while occasionally turning his head to glance at the radiation meter held in his right hand. Each fluctuation of the red needle in the fan-shaped screen, which represented the actual radiation level, made his heart tense and twitch.

There is no doubt that the mysterious shooter who fired the gun must be one of their own. Wei Wen is absolutely certain of this

Captain, they are no more than five hundred meters away from here. We cannot hold out much longer

In the year 2263 of the Gregorian calendar, there has not been much change compared to eighteen years ago

According to biologists, a certain amount of hormone naturally produced by the pineal gland, commonly referred to as an evolutionary point, will directly induce a corresponding ability to multiply regardless of where it is applied in the body. In other words, investing one evolutionary point in physical capabilities on www.hetushu.com can yield an ability equivalent to two hundred percent of that before evolution

Four soldiers lay low in sequence, waiting at the side. Like Wei Wen, they were all clad in combat personal armor. This is the standard protective equipment of the Earth Federation Army. Ceramic plates are suspended on the surface of the combat suits made from highly elastic materials, effectively reducing the damage from bullets and energy weapons. As for their weapons, they are equipped with universal assault rifles and large-caliber grenade launchers

We have been discovered, quickly find cover

A small-caliber cannon mounted on the armored vehicle in the distance erupted in a burst of flames, instantly sending large amounts of earth and rock flying from the mountaintop. At the same time, two soldiers, who were slightly slower and failed to lower their bodies in time, were also caught in the explosion, letting out piercing screams. One was struck on the shoulder by a large flying rock, curling up on the ground in immense pain, writhing back and forth. The other, due to being in a slightly elevated position, was hit in the forehead by a heavy machine gun round while trying to dodge the debris, resulting in his head being blown to pieces.

The needle on the radiometer continued to tremble, ultimately stabilizing between twenty and twenty-five. Wei Wen's heart, which had been in suspense, finally began to settle back into place. Gazing at the horizon in the distance, where layers of heat waves rose under the blazing sun, he smiled bitterly, put away the telescope, and retrieved two powerful thermobaric grenades from the backpack beside him

The brutal gunfire rang out once more, accurately striking the left neck of the machine gunner atop the armored vehicle. The high-velocity projectile exploded the entire left shoulder along with the chest, shattering the body into two pieces, as if a toppled block of wood, collapsing sideways. The heavy machine gun, which had been continuously spewing flames, abruptly ceased.

However, achieving this in the current environment is simply impossible

The emergence of evolution points is extremely difficult. It requires the comprehensive abilities of the human body to reach a certain critical threshold, at which point the pineal gland may produce a very limited quantity of hormones. Under normal circumstances, an ordinary person may only have the possibility of evolution once or twice in their lifetime. Therefore, the vast majority of people choose to evolve in reverse, focusing on strengthening their muscular and skeletal systems, enhancing defensive capabilities such as skin flexibility, or improving cognitive processing. Officers like Wei Wen, who possess two evolution points in vision and hearing, are indeed rare. Thus, the vast majority of people choose to evolve in reverse, focusing on strengthening their muscular and skeletal systems, enhancing defensive capabilities such as skin flexibility, or improving cognitive processing. Officers like Wei Wen, who possess two evolution points in vision and hearing, are indeed rare

Compared to the old Earth era several decades ago, the power of weapons and machinery has become significantly stronger. As operators, humans must also possess corresponding skills. The emergence of each new type of weapon signifies more intense firepower and thicker armor. The impact force of the warhead, the recoil, and the inertial shock... Both the Earth Federation and the Pan-Union Army have invested substantial funds in weapon development. However, not every powerful weapon is suitable for warfare. More precisely, it should be suitable for the human users.

According to the markings on the map, more than sixty kilometers to the north should be the S12 mining area, once renowned as the "Iron Fortress," which is also a zone of nuclear radiation pollution that both major powers dread to mention.

Muscles and bones are ultimately not made of steel. The remarkably destructive lightweight shoulder-mounted cannon can only be operated by soldiers who have undergone special training, investing enhancement points in physical fitness and resilience, and activating the "Heavy Weapon Load" skill. Similarly, the "Shadow Kill" sniper rifle can only be held by soldiers whose visual and reaction capabilities have been enhanced. If the operators of these two types of weapons were to be swapped, the result would either be instant death from the violent recoil of the cannon or an inability to hit targets within range due to insufficient visibility. The same principle applies to the "Shadow Kill" sniper rifle, which can only be held by soldiers with enhanced visual and reaction capabilities. If the operators of these two types of weapons were to be swapped, the result would either be instant death from the violent recoil of the cannon or an inability to hit targets within range due to insufficient visibility.

One, charge out and confront the heavily armed armored vehicles of the Allied Forces head-on. The outcome, death in battle

However, resilient plants, insects, and mice continue to thrive and reproduce on this desolate and lifeless land

The standard Gauss sniper rifle of the Earth Federation has a maximum range of only 4,000 meters. However, with the assistance of inertia and environmental factors such as wind, the bullet's maximum distance can indeed reach an extreme of 4,500 meters. Yet, under such circumstances, accuracy is virtually nonexistent. It is even more impossible to hit two targets consecutively within a five-second interval.

The sky is still shrouded in thin clouds, and under the constant push of high-altitude air currents, the light, drifting cloud layers continuously transform into various complex and strange shapes. Gradually, the fragmented cloud pieces are disturbed, revealing a clear, deep blue sky. The sunlight, akin to flames, sprays down, scorching the parched and cracked earth, wildly evaporating every bit of moisture that can be captured.

There is a sniper; he is one of ours

Blood surged rapidly from Wei Wen's body, instantly rushing to the top of the skull, stimulating the brain to operate at an unprecedented speed. ... Surprise, shock, ecstasy, fear ... . ... Countless complex thoughts flashed momentarily, only to quickly vanish under the dual assault of reason and fervor.

The current terrain is a canyon surrounded by rocky mountains on both the east and west sides. There are only two routes available for Wei Wen to choose from.

He once sent a distress signal to the base. Interference from the intense radiation in the northern mining area rendered the communicator only capable of producing a despairing "static" sound.

A corporal straightened up, holding a telescope, and peered out through a gap in the rocks. His face instantly turned pale.

Wei Wen's complexion grew increasingly pale, devoid of any trace of color.

In this regard, Wei Wen also has his own explanation

Due to the severe level of pollution, even the most advanced protective suits cannot withstand the onslaught of intense radiation. Researchers can only collect samples on the outskirts of the mining area, using radiation meters to gradually mark out the passable boundary with red lines. ... As for the core location ... . ... On the maps of both the Earth Federation and the Pan-Union Army, a black skull symbol is used as a substitute.

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Wei Wen is an experienced veteran and an excellent officer who can be relied upon. However, even so, he cannot guarantee that every mission will be completed smoothly. Just like yesterday, no one anticipated that during the scheduled movement, they would unfortunately encounter a patrol unit of the Joint Forces. The adversary not only outnumbered them by more than two to one, but also possessed three powerful medium armored transport vehicles.

Desperately gazing at the approaching joint coalition armored vehicle, Wei Wen, who was crouched behind the rock, trembled all over. He gripped his assault rifle tightly, turning the muzzle towards his throat. His right thumb and index finger, twitching violently, struggled to slowly grasp the trigger.

Unless... the mysterious shooter hidden behind the rocks may possess some type of new weapon that the Ministry of Defense is secretly experimenting with

The attack aircraft circling in the sky has departed, while the joint patrol team, relying on three heavily armored vehicles, is gradually constricting the operational space of the reconnaissance team

The war between the Earth Federation and the Pan-Union Army is still ongoing

Boom

The sniping distance must exceed 4,500 meters at a minimum. This... this is impossible

The powerful nuclear explosion eighteen years ago destroyed the entire mining area

No... no, I do not want to, I do not want it this way

The entire squad was completely suppressed by the opposing side. To survive, the only option was to retreat to the abandoned S12 mining area in the north. However, the radiation levels in that region far exceeded the normal limits that humans can endure by hundreds of times

The reconnaissance infantry possesses weak firepower, with its only advantage being the jet propulsion device mounted on the back of the individual protective armor, equipped with double the energy quota. However, the commander of the Pan-United Army patrol clearly demonstrates considerable experience; he does not launch an immediate attack but instead summons ground attack aircraft at the fastest speed. They coordinate with each other to form a dense and robust linear battle network, gradually pushing this defenseless reconnaissance team toward the heavily irradiated area to the north.

The so-called evolution point is a mysterious liquid similar to hormones. It is secreted by the pineal gland and distributed by the brain within the realm of consciousness. Decades ago, human soldiers significantly enhanced their physical abilities through high-intensity training, a method still employed by both the Earth Republic and the New Alliance. However, the accumulation of billions of years of evolution, combined with the continuous emergence of advanced technologies, has led to the production of pineal gland hormones directed by genetic inheritance, which has introduced a new method for humans to enhance themselves while engaging in intense physical activity. Nevertheless, the accumulation of billions of years of evolution, along with the continuous emergence of advanced technologies, has resulted in the production of pineal gland hormones directed by genetic inheritance, which has introduced a new method for humans to enhance themselves while engaging in intense physical activity.

He does not wish to be captured, nor does he want to enter the high-intensity radiation zone, dying in an unclear manner, neither human nor ghost.

Suddenly, a howling gale swept overhead, bringing with it a dull and strange gunshot from afar, which clashed discordantly with the rhythmic firing of the new alliance's machine guns.

Unlike combat soldiers or operators of other thermal weapons, reconnaissance infantry require the keenest awareness of their surrounding environment. Regardless of whether they can truly gather intelligence during operations, being able to detect danger even a second earlier means an increased chance of survival

That place ... ... is the North

Wei Wen's gaze sharpened, and his finger, which had already tightened on the trigger, quickly adjusted as he regripped the assault rifle in his hand. He immediately turned to the side, took out his binoculars, and looked in the direction of the gunfire. There, behind a stretch of rocky terrain devoid of trees, a wisp of faint blue smoke slowly drifted into the air

Wei Wen roared as he grabbed the assault rifle placed beside him, stumbling and diving behind a rock. Just as he raised the gun to counterattack, he was firmly suppressed by the hail of bullets coming his way, unable to move an inch.

No one anticipated that the Pan-United Army patrol would appear from that direction. If it had not been for Wei Wen's exceptional vision and keen hearing, the entire reconnaissance team would not have even had the chance to retreat to this valley, and would have been annihilated on the spot by an opponent with superior firepower and personnel.

His rank is warrant officer. Together with four soldiers, they form a reconnaissance team.

However, this is merely theoretical research data. The actual capability generated by hormonal stimulation has at most a 3.65% chance of ensuring that an evolved individual achieves a multiplicative increase in ability. In the case of Wei Wenwei, his visual and auditory ranges exceed those of an average person by 60% and 40%, respectively. To achieve this, he invested a total of two evolution points, yet the combined value he obtained barely reached a total of 100.

Humans are a species that continuously strengthens itself throughout the process of evolution

He once witnessed a military medical officer, through a protective barrier, subjecting a robust grassland antelope to excessive radiation exposure—within just over forty minutes, the antelope's skin developed extensive necrosis... Muscle degradation, bone brittleness, and the originally bright red internal organs turned a grayish hue resembling that of being cooked

The front line, in the life-and-death struggle, resembles chewing gum that has been stretched and then compressed, repeatedly trampled and transformed. Each victory or defeat signifies a new change in the black lines of the boundary. Curved or uneven, blunt or straight, it can never remain still for long, nor is there any possibility of repetition or similarity