Cosmic-Level Demon God-Chapter 549 - 301: Arriving at Iron Thorn Barrier City, I Will Stand at the Frontline!

Chapter 549: Chapter 301: Arriving at Iron Thorn Barrier City, I Will Stand at the Frontline!

The towering buildings stabbed into the lead-gray sky, with rotating surveillance arrays at the top flashing red lights like scarlet monocular eyes.

"Verify identity."

As the Kirov airship approached the strike range of the Iron Thorn Barrier City, Long Qiuyuan immediately received communication.

"Name, designation, rank, mission code..."

"Qin Shi, independent west line combat sequence, Specialized Level Fourth Rank, Breaking Army Operation BMGTxxxxx"

Long Qiuyuan retrieved the authorization from the west line command and sent it to the tower at Iron Thorn Barrier City.

"Identity code confirmed, mission code confirmed. Permission granted to land on Delta-7 platform.

The current airspace pollution index is level seven, with moderate crosswind disturbance. Please maintain stable flight and follow the guidance beam.

"Lieutenant Qin, welcome to the forefront of the west line."

At the entrance of the fortress, the heavy alloy gate slowly lifted, emitting a deep hydraulic transmission sound like distant thunder.

At the moment the words fell, a tractor beam like the fingers of a deity accurately shot out from somewhere deep in the fortress dome, instantly locking onto and enveloping the Kirov airship.

The airship trembled slightly, and under the guidance of the beam, began to glide steadily along a predetermined safe trajectory into the depths of the Barrier City.

Hiss—

Accompanied by a strong jet of airflow and the screeching of hydraulic devices, the massive landing gear sturdily contacted the platform surface.

The heavy hull sank slightly, then was supported by a complex cushioning system.

The engine noise quickly diminished, turning into a low standby hum. The main cabin door on the side of the hull, driven by hydraulic rods, slowly opened inward, revealing the deep cabin space, and the figure standing at the cabin’s edge wearing a neat military uniform.

"This Barrier City should be the most magnificent frontline stronghold I’ve ever seen."

Qin Shi stepped out of the cabin, his boot soles making a crisp echo as they touched the cold alloy platform.

He smelled a scent mixed with machine oil and disinfectant, and as his gaze slightly lifted, in the wide and spacious interior, stood true giants of steel.

Those were Divine Machines.

They were not in a ready-to-depart state, but more like wounded soldiers urgently being maintained after withdrawing from a fierce battle.

The massive, heavy bodies were covered in fresh scars and dents, with even terrifying gaps corroded by high temperatures.

Coolant dripped like dark red blood from damaged pipes, pooling into a small puddle on the oil-stained ground.

Thick mechanical arms hung powerlessly by their sides, with huge chainsaw swords or particle cannon barrels still bearing dried blood and charred remains of unknown tissues.

Technicians clad in thick engineering exoskeletons, like tiny beetles clinging to the giants, busied themselves around these scarred Divine Machines.

Electric welding sparks intermittently flickered, accompanied by the harsh sounds of metal cutting and welding.

"Divine Machines..."

Qin Shi felt a bit restless.

He missed the experience of piloting Divine Machines.

The warmth of being enveloped, and the pleasure of physical and mental fusion.

Still lingering in his memory.

"The boss’s expression upon seeing the Divine Machines is like a lovestruck fool spotting a beauty."

Ye Xiaotang used spiritual communication to secretly tell Long Qiuyuan and Ran Bin.

"Dock your pay."

Qin Shi turned his head, his spirit enveloping Ye Xiaotang, akin to having higher priority.

"I know I was wrong!"

Ye Xiaotang stuck out her tongue, seemingly startled.

The boss’s spiritual perception was too keen, even the slightest disturbance would be noticed.

"Lieutenant Qin! Welcome to Iron Thorn Barrier City!"

A logistics officer, who had been waiting by the platform, quickly approached.

He wore a slightly outdated lieutenant’s uniform, his face bearing the meticulousness typical of frontline administrative staff, holding a data pad in his hand.

"I am the logistics liaison officer, Li Hang. Ordered to connect with you."

Li Hang’s gaze swept over the Kirov airship and paused for a moment on the three with Long Qiuyuan, finally returning to Qin Shi.

"Your temporary accommodation has been arranged in District D-7 officer dormitory, room number 742. This is the access card."

He handed a thin metal card to Qin Shi.

"Additionally, here is the standard military supply allocation list for your participation as a lieutenant in the ’Breaking Army Operation,’ and the receipt."

Li Hang handed over a data pad, clearly listing the items and quantities.

"Roughly these, have a look."

Qin Shi glanced over.

Standard combat rations (high-energy type) for seven days, three boxes of drinking water purification tablets, ten IV-type standard energy supplements, one basic medical kit...

All very standard.

Compared to the high-end nutrients like "Lava Marrow" and "Heavy Core Series" enjoyed at the west line command, it seemed exceptionally "plain" and even "frugal."

"Pickup location is at the C-3 logistics warehouse, redeemable with your ID card and this receipt.

Also, your accompanying personnel only enjoy the most basic survival supplies, not included in the allocation."

Li Hang carefully phrased his message, worried about displeasing this renowned combat hero.

It was not intentional targeting or neglect.

As the most forward-pointed defense of the west line, Iron Thorn Barrier City amassed a vast amount of military supplies, but the consumption was equally massive.

Especially recently, with the command recruiting many military elites, each a Taotie-like entity, consuming most advanced resources, causing a temporary shortage in the city’s supply.

Li Hang added:

"Lieutenant Qin, currently Iron Thorn Barrier City gathers more than forty Specialized Level lieutenants and fifteen Advanced Level officers, placing a significant strain on logistics.

All non-Advanced Level participants’ supplies are allocated under this standard, prioritizing the core assault group’s Advanced Level combat power. Please understand."

"Understood."

Qin Shi calmly accepted the data pad and access card, his tone without the slightest wavering.

"Allocate according to the standard."

Frontline resources are limited, hierarchical allocation is a strict rule.

Qin Shi did not care about these external supplies. With the [Super Stomach], ordinary energy substances can be efficiently transformed.

Moreover, he could acquire advanced resources through other channels.

As for protection and medical care?

The recovery of the Extraordinary Body itself is the strongest guarantee.

Li Hang seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, evidently having seen many officers dissatisfied due to treatment disparities.

"Alright. Your identity information has been entered into the Barrier City’s internal system, allowing you to access corresponding areas with your ID card.

A briefing will be held in three hours at Hall 7 of Area A, please be sure to attend on time. Additionally..."

He paused, lowering his voice slightly, "Currently, Iron Thorn Barrier City is brimming with experts, so please... proceed with caution."

The final reminder carried a faint trace of caution not easily perceived.

Clearly, the rank of lieutenant indeed belonged to the "lower tier" here.

"Got it."

Qin Shi handed the access card and data pad to Long Qiuyuan behind him.

"Ah Qiu, you arrange the accommodation and pick up the supplies."

Then he turned to Li Hang and asked:

"Where is the C-3 logistics warehouse located?"

"Proceed straight along this main corridor, turn left into the C District passage, and the third large gate is it. The signage is clear."

Li Hang pointed to a wide alloy corridor.

"Thanks."

Qin Shi nodded in acknowledgment and said no more, striding in the direction Li Hang indicated.

Long Qiuyuan and his three companions immediately split up, with Ye Xiaotang taking the access card to the dormitory area, while Long Qiuyuan and Ran Bin took the supply receipt to the warehouse.

The corridor remained noisy, with fully armed soldier squads running past, their heavy footsteps echoing on the metal floor.

Personnel in uniforms from different departments hurriedly passed by.

Massive holographic screens overhead scrolled through war bulletins, and the scent of disinfectant seemed to have intensified.

Qin Shi walked neither fast nor slow, traversing the corridor, his tall figure and neat military uniform made him appear somewhat "unconventional" among the various combat uniforms of varying bulk and sharpness around him.

Some passing Advanced Level officers, their aura deep, glanced over the lieutenant insignia on his shoulder, mostly with indifference or condescending scrutiny, before averting their gaze.

A few lieutenants’ gazes were much more complex, with curiosity and investigation.

"It seems on the frontline, power and rank are the only passes."

Qin Shi quietly mused, recognizing that as a first-class combat hero and recipient of the first-class Star Sea Medal, he was not as influential in Iron Thorn Barrier City.

A Specialized Level Fourth Rank lieutenant, in the eyes of those truly advanced combat forces, was probably just a numeral among the massive denominator of this "Breaking Army Operation."