Wasteland: My items are infinitely upgraded.

Chapter 314 Valley Siege, Fierce Fighting, Rescue Strategy

The three of them transformed into a streak of light and traveled through the mountains.

Because of their high speed, and because Lin Feng, who was leading the way, used the piles of boulders along the way as cover to land and hide his figure behind them, they did not leave many clues along the way.

The three of them, one in front and two behind, quickly approached the direction from which the noise came.

The wolf packs encountered along the way mostly stayed in fixed positions behind the mountaintop, monitoring the oasis town three or four kilometers away.

Lin Feng and his companions were not driving a chariot, so they were not spotted by the wolf pack.

In addition, the wolf army had just experienced a raid that covered more than ten kilometers round trip, and encountered fierce artillery fire from humans.

Although only a few evolved wolves were killed, the shrapnel damage from the grenades caused almost all of the evolved wolves that participated in the charge to suffer some degree of superficial injury.

In more serious cases, there are more than ten metal fragments embedded in the wolf's head. Even if they haven't broken through the hard, iron-like skull, it's still quite painful and requires timely removal for recovery.

Therefore, at this moment, the wolf army that had sounded the retreat had, apart from a few scouts still on the hilltop, mostly resting and sleeping behind the hillside.

Only by taking the time to rest can we restore our physical strength and be fully prepared for the real battle ahead.

Therefore, these wolf packs mostly gathered in the shade of the boulders or in hidden caves to avoid being exposed to the scorching sun.

This left Lin Feng and his group with a lot of undefended areas, allowing them to move around the valley.

With the help of the power armor's intelligent assistance system, the three planned the safest route forward and quickly arrived at the place where the sound came from.

Located to the right rear of the mountains, in a valley surrounded by mountains on three sides, it has two roads leading to the outside world on the left and right.

But coincidentally, they are all forward or to the right, but none are backward or to the left.

This also means that the main force of the Salvation Army cannot enter Oasis Avenue through the flat path, or escape in the opposite direction towards the Sun Restricted Area to join up with Oasis Town.

It seems that the selection of this special location was a well-considered decision by the wolf clan's leadership.

Even if the Salvation Army were to rebel, they would only have two paths: forward or to the right. In the end, they would only return to the wasteland.

Without the support of Oasis Town, apart from their leader Bai Ye, the other ordinary human evolvers driving tanks or heavy trucks could not escape the wolf army's encirclement and pursuit.

The Salvation Army itself is just a small group of a few hundred people. Apart from the fact that the members are of higher quality, most of them are early to mid-stage Tier 1 Evolvers, but their equipment is actually far inferior to that of the permanent residents of Oasis Town.

Especially in terms of weaponry, even if they obtain machine tools and ammunition production lines from the Taishan Ruins, they can only equip themselves with basic large-caliber firearms at most. These are fine for dealing with ordinary early-stage Tier 1 evolved beings, but they are not very useful against mid-stage or late-stage leader-level behemoths.

In terms of both numbers and equipment firepower, the Salvation Army is no match for Oasis Town. If the Wasteland Wolf Clan wanted to wipe out the main force and logistics team of the Salvation Army, it would be effortless under the leadership of the second-tier Wasteland Wolf Beast.

Therefore, even though the Salvation Army's leader, Bai Ye, had returned to the ranks and was able to protect his convoy, the fierce fighting on the battlefield was still extremely intense.

After a long and fierce battle, with both sides evenly matched, the convoy was still unable to shake off the encirclement and pursuit of the Wilderness Wolves.

Taking advantage of the terrain, the wolves launched frequent raids, constantly tearing gaps in the outermost defensive formation of the Salvation Army. Meanwhile, the combatants on the front lines suffered casualties one after another in this intense battle.

Meanwhile, Bai Ye, the leader and the backbone of the Wilderness Wolf Clan, was currently engaged in a fierce battle with two early-stage Tier 2 Wilderness Wolf giants in order to restrain the high-level combat power of the Wilderness Wolf Clan.

There was also a pack of about twenty leader-level giant wolves nearby, waiting for an opportunity to launch a sneak attack.

Although Bai Ye could easily kill them, he couldn't withstand the sheer number of giant wolves. If he made even the slightest mistake during the operation, the giant wolves in front of him would seize the opportunity, putting him in danger.

In fact, if it weren't for covering the main force's retreat, Bai Ye could have easily suppressed the two early-stage giant beasts. Even if there were many other leader-level giant wolves, they would have had a hard time getting close to her.

But right now, in order to take care of the fleet, preserve as much hope as possible, and retain the fleet's accumulated resources, including heavy trucks and the lathes and other machinery mounted on them...

Bai Ye had to devote at least half of his energy, along with the little spatial power he had left, to assist the combatants in resisting the wolf pack's attack.

Upon seeing this, the three instantly understood the Salvation Army's current predicament.

Without off-field support, Bai Ye would likely be dragged down by his convoy. While he wouldn't be in mortal danger, he wouldn't be able to rescue many of his team members.

Now that things have come to this, the only way to break the Salvation Army's predicament of being forced to retreat and being wasted by the wolf army is to enter the fray as soon as possible.

Therefore, Xu Wanfeng, one of the three, immediately got up and rushed to the battlefield, wanting to assist Bai Ye, the leader of the Salvation Army, in sharing the burden of the attack of one of the giant wolf beasts.

But just as she was about to get up, Lin Feng grabbed her and forcibly pressed her down.

The three of them were lying prone in front of a rock on the mountaintop, barely concealing their figures. If they stood up rashly, they would easily be spotted by wolf scouts on the mountaintops on either side or opposite.

"Don't get excited. Now that we've found our target, we can't rush things!"

"A hasty appearance will not change anything in a short time; it will only alarm the entire wolf army and may even attract the wolf leader, Wolf Ao, who is at the peak of level 29!"

Lin Feng spoke sternly, warning Xu Wanfeng.

The sounds of fierce fighting echoed through the valley; speaking a little loudly wouldn't have much of an impact.

Lin Feng then looked across the entire valley and continued:

"Although there aren't many evolved wild wolves gathered here, there are still more than three thousand. Among them, there are more than thirty giant wolves of the late-stage first-tier leader level, in addition to the twenty that attacked Bai Ye, that are surrounding the Salvation Army convoy..."

"The Wolf Clan did not let their guard down; on the contrary, they deployed a sufficient number of high-end combat forces, intending to wear down the Salvation Army."

"At the same time, the giant wolf beasts that left the rear to hold back Bai Ye did not use their full strength, which means they were also conserving their energy to maintain their condition."

"So the result is obvious. In addition to holding off the Salvation Army, this group of evolved wild wolves has another purpose: to use the Salvation Army as bait to attract the human rescue team, thereby achieving a siege and attack on the reinforcements."

"The only force in the vicinity capable of providing rescue is Oasis Town in the rear."

"After all, the Salvation Army has just joined forces with the humans in Oasis Town. We should at least make a symbolic gesture... no, given the size of the Salvation Army, we must send a team to rescue them."

"After all, rescuing these evolved beings will play a crucial role in our breakout, whether it's holding back the main force of the wolf clan or reuniting them in Oasis Town."

Xu Wanfeng frowned slightly, looked down at the situation in the valley, and gradually calmed down.

She knew very well that Lin Feng was right. The battle before her seemed fierce, but the Wilderness Wolf Clan, which clearly had the advantage, was not using their full strength.

Within her sight, many evolved wild wolves were hidden, not participating in the battle, but lying prone in concealed corners, waiting for their leader to give a signal.

Otherwise, how could the Salvation Army, consisting of less than two or three hundred people and twenty vehicles, with three thousand evolved wild wolves, fifty leader-level giant wolves, and two early-stage second-tier wild wolf behemoths leading them? Even with a level twenty-nine evolved leader, they couldn't withstand the overwhelming numerical superiority of the enemy.

In particular, this leader's abilities are positioned towards a support role, unlike powerful evolved beings like Lin Feng who are combat-destructive and are not known for their combat abilities.

So, just as Lin Feng said, rushing in would only result in the Wilderness Wolves, who were prepared and on guard, having their attack neutralized on the spot, and would lead to an endless, bitter battle, just like Bai Ye was at this moment.

With the assistance of his spatial abilities, Bai Ye could easily escape even if he was outmatched.

However, among the three of them, although Lin Feng possesses powerful firepower, he would find it difficult to withstand a wolf-like behemoth of the same level in close combat.

Xu Wanfeng relies entirely on his powered armor. When he is surrounded and engaged in a fierce battle, only in full performance mode can he ensure the monitoring and response to multiple targets. This consumes the armor's energy reserves at a rapid, visible rate, much like a waterfall.

Once the power armor's strength boost is lost, Xu Wanfeng is nothing more than an ordinary human evolver, utterly powerless against the endless stream of evolved wolves.

As for Han Tao, the last member, there's no need to say more. As a rock horse warrior, even with power armor, he only has an early second-tier evolution level, and his strength is even inferior to Xu Wanfeng's...

After the three of them left the field, Xu Wanfeng could at most help Bai Ye relieve some of the pressure, but the one who could really make a difference was Lin Feng.

After all, his firearms ability is enough to provide the firepower of a company of a hundred men. With full output, he can suppress the invasion of thousands of evolved wild wolves in a short time.

"So what do we do now? Are we just going to wait for the Salvation Army's manpower to be wasted by the Wasteland Wolves?"

Xu Wanfeng felt a pang of regret as he watched more and more members of the Salvation Army have their limbs bitten off by the evolved wild wolves, and continued:

“These people are all elites trained by Chief White. If we can rescue them and bring them back to Oasis Town and arm them, the breakout of Oasis Town will be much easier with their help, and we can definitely avoid a lot of casualties.”

Lin Feng narrowed his eyes slightly:

"Our only advantage now is that the enemy is in the open while we are in the shadows. We have the advantage of striking first, and we must make the most of this one and only opportunity to create the greatest possible victory..."

"Otherwise, as I said, we will fall into the trap that Steppenwolf has already woven for us."

Xu Wanfeng was stunned for a moment, then realized what he meant:

"You mean, we must take down one of their giant wolf beasts immediately after making our move, thus reducing their high-level combat power?"

Lin Feng nodded, glancing at Han Tao beside him:

"That's right, and the minimum requirement is to kill one of them, and ideally, severely injure the other. Only in this way can we bring the strength of both sides back to a level, or even give us the advantage."

"Then intimidate the entire pack of wolves in the wasteland, make them back down, and break the stalemate of being besieged."

After hearing the audacious plan, Xu Wanfeng swallowed hard. This was no ordinary arena battle; it was a life-or-death struggle in the wilderness.

Moreover, the target wasn't a human evolver of the same level, but a behemoth about fifteen meters in size...

A super giant wolf, one of the best among the wasteland beast races, which once gave birth to a peak third-tier wolf king.

The power of their bloodline is far stronger than that of ordinary second-tier giant beasts, such as rock horse giant beasts, which can only become prey in front of them.

Lin Feng has just made a startling statement, not only intending to kill one of them in a surprise attack, but also to severely injure the other one.

After Lin Feng explained his plan, he noticed that the two people beside him remained silent, and he immediately understood...

He then drew two guns from his waist, waved them in front of the two men, and said calmly:

"Don't worry, as long as you can attract the attention of the giant wolf and give me about two seconds of opportunity, their power will be enough to kill an early-stage giant wolf."

The second-stage skill of the Brand Power, when assembled and synthesized, can create a level 27 Molten Annihilation Cannon, which has a damage of up to 800 points.

It is sufficient to deal with late-stage second-tier beings.

Even the peak of the second tier, level 29 Wolf Ao, was severely injured by its attack, resulting in paralysis of half of his body.

Ordinary early-stage second-tier evolved beings have a maximum life value of less than 400 points, which is simply not enough to withstand the bombardment and incineration from the hot melt cannon.

The only problem right now is that Lin Feng is 500 meters away from these two giant beasts, from the mountaintop to the valley.

The Molten Extinction Cannon takes more than a second to hit its target.

The two prepared wolf behemoths, while besieging Bai Ye, also held back with ease, preparing for any possible attack.

Therefore, someone must go and attract their attention, preferably as bait, to lure the two giant beasts into taking the bait.

Xu Wanfeng naturally understood Lin Feng's meaning.

To break this deadlock, in the absence of weapons of mass destruction, their only hope lies in Lin Feng's gun-related abilities.

Then, using oneself as bait, one enters the trap to lower the target's guard.

Xu Wanfeng hesitated for a few seconds, and after a struggle with her thoughts, finally nodded and said:
"Okay, just do as you say!"

Lin Feng's lips curled up slightly. As long as Xu Wanfeng nodded in agreement, Han Tao, who was standing to the side, would have no choice but to step in.

At that time, as long as the aim is slightly off, it will be possible to achieve two goals with one shot.

The Rock Horse Warriors injured by the explosion will certainly become targets for the remaining Steppenwolves.

Xu Wanfeng had already agreed to Lin Feng's decision, and just as the two looked at Han Tao, preparing to act, the latter suddenly spoke with a solemn expression:

"Wait, doesn't the Wasteland Wolf Clan have three Tier 2 early-stage Wasteland Wolf behemoths..."

"Our leader, Wolf Ao, is severely injured. There are only two left in front of us. Where is the last one?!"

After Han Tao finished speaking, Lin Feng frowned slightly and looked into the valley once more.

They quickly realized that the siege and battle that had erupted throughout the valley was a trap set by the wolf clan.

However, in the next moment, Lin Feng quickly came up with a better strategy:

"Governor Han, are you able to detect any traces of the Wasteland Wolf Clan's movements?"

(End of this chapter)