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Commanding the Wasteland

In a world consumed by biochemical mayhem, our hero harnesses an extraordinary system to unleash chaos back! Armed with self-produced aircraft, tanks, and sheer badassery, they bulldoze through zombie hordes, saving the good and wiping out the bad. Get ready for a wild ride of survival, where our protagonist isn't just a survivor – they're the apocalypse's reckoning. This is a partial rewrite (read: translation*) of an existing MTL translation.

Dog_With_Wheels · sci-fi
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Chapter 66: Elite Troops

Ye Fan had encountered the confusion of being mistaken for a military member in the past, and he had chosen silence in response. Those prone to misunderstandings would persist in their misinterpretations.

However, when it came to naming his team, Ye Fan found himself grappling with a sense of impropriety. Embracing the title of regular troops felt disingenuous. Even though actual regular troops remained unseen, the uncertainty of the future lingered. Despite the formidable combat capabilities of his team, they were not the true soldiers of the Qin and Han Dynasty.

"If we can't use the name of regular troops, let's choose something resonant," Ye Fan suggested.

"How about the Legion of Dawn? A force that symbolizes hope," he proposed.

"Absolutely, the Dawn Legion it is. Please provide a legion mark, sir," came the response.

"And the Legion mark?"

"Yes, to distinguish it from other camouflage uniform teams."

Ye Fan pondered over it, acknowledging that camouflage clothing had become ubiquitous due to its durability and practicality, resulting in a homogenous appearance. Nana, using the red alert interface, created a mark that depicted a small sun emerging above dark clouds, freezing the moment when dawn blossomed.

"That's it, seems to carry a meaningful essence," Ye Fan affirmed.

"Marking determination is completed, and all red alert units now have their markers."

Ye Fan, going to the window to inspect, noticed the embroidered symbols on the patrolling soldiers and even the vehicles. Dark clouds veiling the sun and the dawn emerging were present on the soldiers' chest and arms, seamlessly integrated.

Despite being named the Dawn Legion, Ye Fan acknowledged that his team was far from achieving legion status. With only a few members presently, expansion was on the horizon. Ye Fan planned to utilize the available 12,000 gold to establish a platoon.

This platoon, his personal guard unit, would operate directly under the battalion headquarters. Building a company proved financially demanding, so a platoon seemed a more practical choice. It would serve as his safeguard during his absence, allowing the other main battle companies to continue their fight against zombies.

With the imminent trading conference in mind, Ye Fan aimed to assemble the platoon using the existing eight Army soldiers and producing sixteen more to form three squads. These squads would replace three-star warriors in other units, ensuring his guard platoon consisted of elite members.

The lineup included twenty-four three-star army soldiers, four military dogs, and a few additional roles, bringing the total to 32 individuals. Despite the team's limited size, Ye Fan was determined to make a mark at the trading conference.

As preparations continued, Ye Fan also secured two medical soldiers, valuable assets for potential injuries during battles. The guard platoon, now well-equipped, would accompany him to the trading conference scheduled for the next day.

Having allocated 5,000 gold, Ye Fan decided to produce another engineer to replace Luo Jiaxin. Additionally, to strengthen their home defense, he used the remaining 4,000 gold to produce another assault armored vehicle.

Acknowledging the limitations imposed by a battalion-level unit, Ye Fan ensured his strengthened direct platoon adhered to regulations. With a total of 40 red police units, including 24 three-star army soldiers, two three-star scouts, and two three-star snipers, the platoon was set to become a formidable force.

Aside from the main force, Ye Fan enlisted five mobilization soldiers to drive large trucks loaded with supplies collected over the past two days. The surplus supplies, deemed unnecessary for the family's sustenance, were to be exchanged for currency.

Though some survivors expressed discontent at what they perceived as a deprivation of their hard-earned resources, the sheer size and capability of Ye Fan's team silenced any objections.

With the loading completed, Ye Fan instructed the team to rest after dinner. As night fell, he contemplated the upcoming journey to the trading conference. The 300-kilometer distance to Sishui County required an early departure, compelling Ye Fan to leave at the crack of dawn.

To enhance the guard platoon's capabilities, Ye Fan prioritized the inclusion of experienced soldiers and specialists. The team now consisted of not only combat-ready members but also medical personnel, engineers, and even heavy weapon operators.

The next morning, Ye Fan rose early, leaving walkie-talkies with Xu Haoran and his sister Ye Luo for communication. Gao Dongliang, following Ye Fan's instructions, reported the name of the Dawn Legion, and the team prepared to set off for the trading conference.

Exiting the police station, the fully armed guard platoon assembled. Leading the way was the Xiaolong off-road vehicle, followed by Ye Fan's Dongfeng Iron Armor. The team, now over a hundred strong, attracted the attention of onlookers, although none dared to voice their dissatisfaction.

As the journey began, the Xiaolong vehicle led the convoy, with soldiers clearing the way. Ye Fan's armored vehicle followed, with Gao Dongliang providing valuable insights on the upcoming transactions. The heavy trucks carried supplies, and an additional assault armored vehicle provided home defense.

With the Dawn Legion embarking on its journey, the air was filled with anticipation and uncertainty. The road to the trading conference awaited, and Ye Fan led his team with confidence into the unknown.