Starting Cultivation in Wasteland-Chapter 460 - 332: Where Are the Reinforcements?

The news of the Star Thief’s main force withdrawal instantly interrupted the conversation between Qu Jianlei and Fangcao.

The signs of withdrawal aren’t very obvious, but the spies in the city have put a lot of effort into harvesting the final wave of dividends.

They keenly discovered that the number of C-level and Modified Warriors among the Star Thieves has decreased, as well as some B-levels.

The spies are well aware that when the Star Thieves want to withdraw, the last thing they can abandon is their main combat power.

During interstellar battles, the roles of B-level and Modified Warriors don’t differ much; if the Star Thieves’ scale doesn’t rise, they amount to nothing.

Moreover, the scale of the main combat power is quite large, withdrawing some quietly doesn’t attract much attention.

As for the fact that the high-end combat power hasn’t gone? That’s just a small handful of people, they can leave at any time.

Most B-levels need to suppress their subordinates and cannot leave hastily, otherwise Zarif Star will instantly lose order and collapse without a fight.

For those disappearing warriors, the Star Thieves’ publicity claims it’s a change of defense—tight situations require frequent defense change to effectively guard against spies. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Most Star Thieves are doubtful about this, but the spies can basically assert that those people have withdrawn.

After listening to the comprehensive report, Fangcao asked, "How credible is it?"

The one reporting could only smile wryly, "When it comes to intelligence... accuracy is really hard to determine, thirty percent, or fifty percent?"

Qu Jianlei nodded slightly, "Now surely people within the Star Thieves are apprehensive, it’s already good that some news can be passed out."

Fangcao, however, shook her head disapprovingly, "Most of these spies are cooperative for the sake of performance... it’s hard to say."

Qu Jianlei agreed with this, pondered for a moment, and then replied, "But the Star Thieves’ withdrawal should be operated this way, right?"

He’s not considering the truth of the news, just analyzing from the operational plan, he finds the credibility quite substantial.

Fangcao’s eyes rolled, "Maybe a few A-levels have left during the withdrawal, why don’t you contact Wen Xin again?"

She wasn’t really distrusting the spies’ news, but mainly wanted to cajole Black Heaven into contacting that A-level through banter.

This is how wonderful things are in the world, with these two massive camps at war, yet one or two A-level warriors ended up being major influencing factors.

"No way," Qu Jianlei shook his head, "I don’t want to see Zheng Ziyang again."

If they contact Wen Xin, to ensure a successful attack, the Pioneer Team will definitely contact Quantum’s leader.

Having an extra A-level adds an additional layer of insurance, those usual grudges can be temporarily set aside in the face of enormous benefits.

Fangcao couldn’t deny this fact, she could only sigh lightly, "Attacking during their withdrawal is such a rare opportunity."

The rear guard might be elites! Qu Jianlei wanted to say this.

But then he thought again, organizations like the Star Thieves really can’t be judged by common sense, like the recent complete defeat; who would have thought?

So he smiled, "Either way, the countdown to restoration has already begun."

Fangcao insisted on attacking the Star Thieves not only to seize spoils but also with the thought of rescuing Baldy.

Although the possibility is not great, A-level prisoners should be locked up in secret places like the starship, but... what if?

Yet, Black Heaven was dead set against giving in, and she was powerless.

Thus, she could only sigh lightly, "Anyway, think about what you need for yourself, by the way... Spirit Fox is trustworthy."

Qu Jianlei turned to find Spirit Fox, who was currently with Qian Duoduo’s team members.

Because the situation is extremely favorable, Qian Duoduo’s team has shipped in a lot of heavy weapons, also pondering on how to vent a little.

Qu Jianlei didn’t have the nerve to ask directly what he could get after the restoration, so he also raised the topic of the Star Thieves’ withdrawal.

However, Spirit Fox had a different perspective from Fangcao, although he previously cared about resources, he wasn’t particularly interested in launching an attack.

"They’ve already transported away a large amount of materials, further attacks aren’t worthwhile, and I’d have to gauge Zheng Ziyang’s moods, not interested."

Then he glanced at Black Heaven, "Can you handle Zheng Ziyang?"

Qu Jianlei smiled instead, too lazy to speak ill of that fellow, "By the way, after restoration, can you get me a few fake identities?"

"Fake identities are easy," Spirit Fox replied without hesitation, "How many?"

He didn’t even ask why the other needed fake identities, which shows that there is indeed a difference in handling things among people.

Qu Jianlei hadn’t expected Fangcao to nod, and simply answered because she asked.

But facing Spirit Fox, he was straightforward, "The more the better, oh, and preferably introduce a few information brokers."

"You must have caused trouble," Spirit Fox laughed upon hearing, "How many Supremes do your enemies have?"

Qu Jianlei spread his hands, shrugging helplessly, "If I say I don’t know... will you believe me?"

"Then I can’t help you," Spirit Fox said frankly.

"If it’s one or two Supremes, as long as you join my Qian Duoduo, I can help you coordinate."

Spirit Fox really is straightforward, more responsible than Fangcao, but also explicitly stated, if the ones you offended are too fierce, then he can’t help.

Qu Jianlei smiled, "Thanks, no need, apart from fake identities, you also have to offer some resources and funds, right?"

"That’s no big deal," Spirit Fox answered casually, and then spoke seriously, "Fake identities shouldn’t come from a single force."

Clearly not the first time doing this! Qu Jianlei nodded upon hearing, "Then I leave it to you."

Two days later, Zheng Ziyang from the Quantum Team came to the field hospital again, hoping to organize personnel to attack the Star Thieves.

Because he had received news that the Star Thieves really started retreating.

He even inquired about the numbers—about one-third of the Star Thieves’ main force had withdrawn.

No matter if his news was true or false, upon hearing it, Spirit Fox was the first to refuse.

His reason remained the same: Those remaining materials weren’t worth a fight.

But Zheng Ziyang thought, no matter big or small, those heavy weapons not taken by the Star Thieves, and the prisoners... also needed rescue.

Ultimately a narrow-minded person, but talking about the prisoners... using righteousness to bind people, Spirit Fox felt somewhat helpless.

Nevertheless, he still expressed: Pioneering is risky, we rescue if we can, if not, forget it, haven’t we also made it through?

Fangcao seemed a bit tempted, but hearing Zheng Ziyang wanted to command fully, followed in refusal.

Given Quantum’s style, if Zheng Ziyang was in charge, the gains would surely be Quantum’s, leaving others the hard bones to chew.

Even if Fangcao wanted to save Baldy, they wouldn’t make such mistakes—are others’ lives not lives?

Hongyun also straightforwardly refused, for a simple reason—Engineer Battalion suffered heavily, but few were captured.

After all, after eradicating Blazing Fire’s camp, the Star Thieves mainly targeted the Engineer Battalion.

Crimson people weren’t willing to follow Zheng Ziyang’s attack either—Quantum’s reputation wasn’t really good.

However, the Diamond Team members, upon hearing, expressed willingness to partake in the counterattack.

Not only did they want to make merits to atone but also vent grievances—having defected to the Star Thieves, their treatment was rather poor.

Hongyun and the other two opposed this, saying it was agreed before that they shouldn’t make merits to atone.

But Zheng Ziyang ignored them: When the agreement was made, you didn’t consult me.

As for now... if you three were intact, I wouldn’t mind hearing advice, being heavily injured, don’t interfere!

Throughout the whole process, Zheng Ziyang never greeted Black Heaven, directly overlooking such a formidable combat power.

Qu Jianlei naturally wouldn’t push himself over but was rather puzzled: What the heck did I do to anger you?

Subsequently, Zheng Ziyang contacted some Earth Level teams to launch an attack on the Star Thieves.

Unfortunately, the result was disappointing—even if the Star Thieves were retreating, those left weren’t something just anyone could handle.

The Earth Level team members weren’t eager to rush ahead—their highest combat power only B-level, hardly able to act as the spearhead.

Furthermore, they understood well Quantum’s reputation—most participating Pioneers just wanted to take advantage of the situation.

So, the main attack forces were the Diamond Team and Quantum Team.

The Diamond Team fought for a while, realized they were the ones taking the hard hits, and directly withdrew.

Had seen deceitful ones, but rarely such deceitful—everyone as a Pioneer lived by vendetta and quick action.

Big deal, once defected to Star Thieves, being sentenced by the Imperial for a few years, what’s in it?

Hearing this, Zheng Ziyang sent five or six B-levels to oversee the battle, resulting in a fight with the Diamond members.

Anyhow, it was such a mess—fighting through half the night, with Star Thieves bursting out four A-levels, bringing Quantum Team not insignificant damage.

The Star Thieves’ counterattack not only made Zheng Ziyang feel humiliated but also alerted other Pioneer Teams.

The artillery prepared by Quantum barely held off the Star Thieves’ counterattack—in crucial moments, it was Qian Duoduo’s heavy cannon that repelled them.

After this battle, the Pioneer Teams no longer launched large-scale attacks, daring only sporadic skirmishes.

Star Thieves also refrained from attacking the outskirts—not really in the mood.

Two days later, at dawn, suddenly a series of explosions rang out from the Star Thieves-controlled area.

Qu Jianlei happened to be in the security zone, waiting for the Imperial reinforcements to arrive so he could promptly contact and rescue Youyou.

Upon hearing the explosions, he instantly awoke, furrowed his brows to perceive, and decisively made a decision.

"Attack now, the Star Thieves are about to fully withdraw... they’re destroying stuff they can’t take with them."

A group gathered around him, led by Mu Family siblings and the B-level and C-level Warriors.

The purpose for these people was to rush in as soon as the Star Thieves were leaving.

Snatching supplies wasn’t very important—the key was the Prisoner of War Camp, and trying to control the situation, avoiding major chaos.

Since this place was built by Pioneer Teams bit by bit, no one wanted to see it turned into ruins.

However, due to Zheng Ziyang’s foolish actions two days prior, some cautiously asked, "Is it a trap?"

Qu Jianlei pointed to one direction, then another, "All the heavy weapons were blown up... what kind of trap?"

Someone raised their eyes to glance at the clear night sky, "But where are the reinforcements? Where are they?"