I can upgrade the shelter-Chapter 505 - 503 Reinforcements and Negotiations

Due to the relatively slow speed of the helicopter, combined with the fact that it was fully loaded, the reinforcements arrived later than expected in Lucia’s capital.

However, this did not have a significant impact. At least when they landed and debriefed with the two arks, Dog of Xu and Pig of Hai, the situation had not changed significantly.

The rescue team trapped in the medical research facility was still holding the line, the rioters had not broken through their defenses, and the Lucia side had already contained the spread of the riot.

Although most areas of the Lucia capital remained chaotic, the overall situation had tended towards stability.

In fact, some among the rioters had realized that chaos and destruction could not solve the problem and had already begun trying to organize the rioters to restore order.

In this context, it was undoubtedly a great advantage for the reinforcements.

"Move quickly, unload the Titans!" the commander of the reinforcements shouted, urging the soldiers on the helicopter to get off quickly and unload the heavy mecha and Titans they brought.

These were crucial fire support and primary breakthrough methods for this mission; without them, it wouldn’t work.

"What are these things you brought?" The captain of the Dog of Xu, who had come down on an airship to meet the reinforcements, looked at the Titan being dragged from the helicopter, slowly standing up under the pilot’s control, and was so stunned that his eyes widened.

Due to the mission, when the Dog of Xu left Flame Country, the Titans were still in the research center lab. He had not seen them before and didn’t know that the country actually had such things, so he was naturally taken aback at first sight.

"This is an all-terrain, versatile, lightweight improved nuclear-driven engineering assistance unit, code-named Titan." The commander of the reinforcements solemnly stated the Titan’s official name, taking the opportunity to explain to the captain of the Dog of Xu: "This is currently a piece of new equipment in the experimental testing phase, to be primarily used for disaster response and construction in the future. It’s temporarily lent to us for this rescue mission."

Unaware that the reinforcements commander was subtly boasting, the captain of the Dog of Xu looked at the weapons mounted on the Titan, unable to believe it was merely an engineering assistance unit.

Nevertheless, this did not prevent him from being shocked by the appearance of the Titan, remarking with deep emotion, "Has technology advanced so rapidly now that even such massive machines can be built?"

Despite his musings, the captain of the Dog of Xu did not delay in matters of importance. After steadying his emotions, he discussed the rescue operation with the reinforcements commander, as the presence of the Titan greatly enhanced his confidence in successfully rescuing the trapped rescue team members.

"According to your previous plan, were you planning to dig a tunnel from the ground?" Although the reinforcements commander enjoyed subtle boasting, it would not affect his mission.

The captain of the Dog of Xu nodded affirmatively, continuing to explain, "Given the uncertainty regarding when domestic reinforcements would arrive, we assembled a rescue team by pulling personnel from the two arks, landed at the trapped rescue team’s location via airship, and attempted to dig a rescue tunnel from the ground.

However, with limited tools and manpower, we have currently dug just over two meters deep, approximately one-tenth of the estimated depth. To complete the tunnel, it would take another 50-60 hours."

"50-60 hours?" The reinforcements commander stroked the electromagnetic rifle in his hand, pondering for a moment. "Have the rescue team continue digging; this rescue tunnel can serve as a backup plan and evacuation route. If our rescue attempt fails, they can evacuate through here."

"Yes, it’s the prudent plan. So how do you plan to conduct the rescue?" The captain of the Dog of Xu did not oppose this plan, as even if the reinforcements successfully executed the rescue, they indeed needed a backup evacuation route.

After all, fighting their way in and escorting people out were two vastly different challenges. For safety, preparing a safer evacuation route was necessary.

"Contact the Lucia side and find an entrance that allows Titans to enter. We will launch a direct assault with Titans and heavy mecha! If all goes well, we’ll escort our trapped comrades out; if complications arise, have them evacuate via the tunnel you’re digging." The reinforcement commander’s plan, albeit somewhat straightforward and blunt, was the most effective approach under current circumstances.

Upon hearing the reinforcement commander’s plan, the captain of the Dog of Xu contemplated briefly before nodding. At this point, they couldn’t afford tactical retreats; they hadn’t assaulted earlier due to insufficient forces.

Now with the arrival of reinforcements providing ample strength, they possessed the capability for a forcible breakthrough and naturally opted for an assault.

However, before the reinforcements commenced their assault, the captain of the Dog of Xu advised, "While it’s an assault, avoid unnecessary firing unless necessary to prevent unnecessary casualties."

"Rest assured, we specifically brought shock grenades and tear gas for this mission, and will strive to employ non-lethal force wherever possible." The reinforcement commander, understanding the situation, had prepared accordingly before they set off.

Hearing the reinforcement commander’s assurances, the captain of the Dog of Xu felt reassured and watched them begin their operation.

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As the reinforcements were preparing their rescue, an unexpected incident occurred at the medical research facility underground.

The rioters besieging the area calmed down after blocking it for over ten hours, emerging from the initial frenzy and chaos, and "elected" a leader.

With a leader now in place, these rioters gradually restored some semblance of order and were reorganized.

Managing to calm the emotions of the rioters and reorganize them to restore order under such circumstances showed that the rioter leader was clearly not incompetent.

After organizing the rioters, they chose not to continue attacking but instead sent representatives to negotiate with the medical research facility.

"If you are willing to treat the sick and injured, we can provide you with food and water and guarantee your safety." The rioter representative sent to negotiate, despite being dirty and disheveled in attire, shone with bright eyes. Even though their demeanor wasn’t entirely friendly, maintaining basic courtesy was impressive.

Looking at the negotiating representative, there seemed to be a glimpse of the spirit of the ancestors who established Suyia in him.

Nonetheless, the conditions proposed by the negotiation representative were not readily accepted by the trapped rescue team members, who replied that they "needed to discuss it."