Elder brother's garrison

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"..."

Xiao Bai nodded to each of the ship girls behind Admiral Hao Ding.

"Admiral Haoding... I remember I left you a message, right..." After greeting the ship girls, Xiaobai looked at Admiral Haoding with a mix of amusement and exasperation. "Although I'm not surprised you came at all... but why did you still come?"

"Hmm? Is this the news Admiral Lu Lin is referring to?"

Admiral Haoding laughed heartily, took out his phone, and showed it to Xiaobai while holding it in his palm.

On Admiral Haoding's phone was the interface of the chat group for the top ten admirals.

In the chat interface, Xiaobai tagged all the group members and then posted, "Everyone, leave the matter in the 8-2 sea area to me. Just wait for my good news at home."

Below Xiaobai's comment, the group members popped up one by one.

Many people tagged Xiaobai's account, asking questions such as "What's going on with 8-2?", "Do you need help?", "Can I send some ship girls?", and "You can call me if you need anything," but Xiaobai brushed them off with the excuse, "Thank you everyone, let's talk about it after this is over."

The chat group ended hastily with the general sentiment that "since the newbie naval base has intervened, everything should be fine now."

No one spoke in the group anymore.

"Admiral Lu Lin, the 8-2 sea area is extremely dangerous this time. You took care of the safety of us admirals and didn't want us to be in danger. You even went out alone to solve the problem. I am very moved!" Admiral Hao Ding put away his phone, his eyes wide open. He raised a black fist as big as a sandbag and said to Xiao Bai with unusual seriousness, "But now, countless compatriots are suffering on the 8-2 sea area. Whenever I think of this, I really can't stay in the naval base in peace. So I also want to come to the 8-2 sea area and do my part for everyone!"

Admiral Haoding spoke with force and emotion, leaving Xiaobai speechless for a moment.

Looking at the resolute gaze of Admiral Haoding, Xiaobai felt for a moment that Haoding's image was exceptionally tall, so much so that she could only turn her gaze away for a moment.

"Alright... then Admiral Haoding, you should also keep up the good work."

"Hahaha! Don't worry, Admiral Lu Lin, I won't hold you back this time!" Admiral Hao Ding laughed.

Xiaobai nodded, her gaze fixed on the distance.

It happened to be this time.

The staff of the Admirals' Guild, who were responsible for explaining the sea conditions to the admirals, finished their reception work and saw Xiaobai and Admiral Haoding. They rushed over immediately.

"Admiral Lu Lin, Admiral Hao Ding." The staff members approached Xiao Bai, bowed, and greeted the two. "Thank you for your support. Would you like our assistance?"

"I don't need it anymore. I've already looked at the information in the mission attachments." Xiaobai shook her head at everyone.

The staff member then looked at Admiral Haoding.

"Hmm! I don't need it either!" Admiral Haoding put his hands on his hips. "I was among the first to arrive, and the staff over there have already informed me of the situation in the sea!"

"I see... Well then, I wish you both a triumphant return!" Upon hearing this, the staff member bowed again, then picked up the documents in his hand and hurried towards the other admirals on the beach.

Xiao Bai watched the staff members leave, then watched them approach the next admiral, and then start writing and drawing on the documents in their hands, talking non-stop.

"They seem so busy."

"Given the magnitude of what's happened at sea, it's normal that we're short-handed for the time being," Admiral Haoding explained from the side. "Admiral Lu Lin, let's get back to business. What are your plans for the operation later?"

"Huh? Me?"

"Yes, the Admiral's Guild's plan for us is to form a joint fleet and set sail together to explore the seas. However, if any admiral chooses to go on an independent expedition, the Admiral's Guild will not stop them," Admiral Haoding said to Xiaobai. "The preparation of the joint fleet will take time. Those staff members were just registering the number of applicants for the joint fleet. Admiral Lu Lin, which route do you plan to take?"

"The combined fleet and independent expeditions..."

Thinking of this, Xiaobai turned his head and glanced at Montana.

Montana shrugged and closed his eyes.

"I only have one ship girl, so I won't be joining the Combined Fleet," Xiaobai said to Admiral Haoding. "Admiral Haoding, are you planning to join the Combined Fleet?"

“Yes,” Admiral Haoding nodded. “This sea area seems more suitable for forming teams.”

"How long until the combined fleet is ready?" Xiaobai asked again.

"Um... probably within two hours."

"..." Upon hearing this, Xiaobai nodded silently.

Two hours... that's an extremely fast pace for integrating a combined fleet.

A large fleet launching a simultaneous attack is far better than a lone expedition, at least in terms of navigating the current labyrinthine seas.

At least when dealing with various sneak attacks from deep-sea creatures, they won't be too helpless.

A good choice.

Thinking of this, Xiao Bai raised his hand and scratched his cheek, his face showing a worried expression again.

However... the combined fleet is merely a means of response, not a solution.

After all, none of the ship girls present knew that the 8-2 area was a "living maze".

This is the disadvantage brought about by information asymmetry.

Shinano's ability allows her to change the sea map at will. When encountering a large and bloated combined fleet, she only needs to slightly modify the scale of the maze and create large traps specifically designed to wear down and kill large fleets. She can still defeat these ship girls so that they never return.

This is not possible.

The situation in the 8-2 sea area has already escalated significantly. If we add the annihilation of a joint fleet, or even the complete loss of its members, the situation may become uncontrollable for Xiaobai alone.

Thinking of this, Xiaobai felt a chill run down her spine, and she exchanged a glance with Montana.

The two exchanged a glance and understood the situation.

"Admiral Haoding, um... I need to hurry up and get the combined fleet ready too," Xiaobai said to Admiral Haoding.

"Hmm? So fast?" Admiral Haoding asked.

"Um...yes." Xiaobai scratched his cheek, looking a little guilty, and said, "I was just thinking about getting to the rescue as quickly as possible..."

"Admiral Lu Lin truly cares about the ship girls suffering on the seas." Admiral Hao Ding's eyes were filled with emotion. "It is a blessing that there is such a compassionate person as Admiral Lu Lin in the world! If it weren't for the fact that I still have to prepare the Combined Fleet, I would definitely accompany Admiral Lu Lin on the expedition!"

"Then it's better to say goodbye."

Xiao Bai smiled wryly and quickly interrupted Admiral Hao Ding.

Chapter 3215 Decisive Action

“That’s true. Although Admiral Lu Lin only sent one ship girl this time, she is Montana, who is strong enough to clear the sea area by herself.” Admiral Haoding was rejected by Xiaobai, but he did not show any regret. Instead, he nodded sincerely and looked at Montana, “With Miss Montana in charge, the help of others will only make her feel burdened, thus affecting the progress and speed of the mission. I was rash just now.”

"Haha..." Xiaobai laughed awkwardly from the side.

Judging from Admiral Haoding's reaction, at least if Mengda steps in to resolve the 8-2 sea area issue, there's no need to worry about the veracity of this matter anymore.

"Montana, I'm counting on you this time," Little White said to Montana from the side.

“Leave it to me.” Montana closed his eyes.

“Remember to be quick…and then…um…that…” Xiaobai leaned closer, lowered his voice, and said to Montana, “Remember to make the process look real…”

After hearing what Xiaobai said, Montana raised an eyebrow and looked down at Xiaobai, who was leaning weakly against her with her small hand on her lower abdomen.

Suddenly, Montana seemed to have thought of something.

The next second, a look of pleasure appeared in Montana's eyes.

“Oh…right, Admiral, about the upcoming expedition…” Montana said to Little White, and whispered, “Actually, I have a way to make everyone completely convinced of my actions, and they will never doubt my authenticity in the slightest.”

"Huh? What method?" Xiaobai was taken aback.

"That is..." Montana said mysteriously, bending down slightly and wrapping his arms around Xiaobai's waist.

next second.

A brilliant golden flame erupted from Montana's body with a loud bang.

The golden flames startled the ship girls behind Admiral Haoding, causing them to take a step back. Everyone stared blankly at Montana and Xiaobai.

Before everyone's eyes, golden flames transformed into chains, like the tentacles of an octopus, extending from behind Montana's tailbone and firmly binding Little White.

With a smile on her lips, Montana gave a look, and the mechanical chains behind her lifted Little White from the ground and held it in mid-air.

“Admiral, only what is real is truly real,” Montana said to Little White.

"Huh? What...what?" Little White was held in mid-air, mouth agape.

“What I mean is…” Montana said, as the little white creature in mid-air was slowly pulled in front of him by mechanical tentacles, its ear brought close to Montana’s mouth, “If we just proceed with the normal exploration of this sea area, isn’t that the most realistic scenario?”

"Huh? But this..."

"Alright, Admiral, let's go!" Montana turned around and stepped towards the sea.

Little White, suspended in mid-air, looked bewildered.

"Huh? Me... I want to go too?? Me too?"

"Hahaha! This is much more eye-catching! Everyone on the beach will know that it was our world's number one naval base that saved the 8-2 sea area!"

"In front of so many people—"

"Don't worry, even if you, Admiral, do nothing like a frail girl, I will still do my best to protect you!"

Montana laughed and spoke, then, as if flying a kite, he led Little White towards the deep sea.

In the blink of an eye, Montana had already jumped onto the surface of the deep sea.

Large amounts of golden flames then ignited, instantly turning the surrounding water surface into a scalding gold.

On the shore, the admirals who noticed the situation stared wide-eyed as Montana, alone with Little White, ran further and further away until they disappeared behind the horizon.

Only after Xiaobai and his companion completely disappeared did the admirals and staff present exchange astonished glances.

"Uh...that was..."

"Admiral Lu Lin and Montana?"

"Did Montana take Admiral Lu Lin out to sea at a time like this?"

"Oh...no, is it alright?"

"Montana's words... perhaps, maybe... are similar?"

"Admiral Lu Lin is having a lot of fun..."

"What do you know? Admiral Lu Lin is expressing her attitude that she will absolutely not come back if she can't save the ship girls!"

"Holy crap, so that's how it is!"

"Amazing!"

The admirals were unsure whether to feel moved or worried. They stood there, stunned, and finally looked at the ship girls around them.

The admirals remained silent.

Suddenly, the admirals felt the need to explain.

"Ahem... um... we won't be going to the sea with you guys later..." the admirals said awkwardly to the ship girls beside them.

"Isn't this normal..." The ship girls laughed awkwardly.

……

Rumbling--

On the beaches of the entire 8-2 sea area, it seems that only Admiral Shiro has chosen to set off alone.

When Xiaobai led Montana—or perhaps it should be said that Montana led Xiaobai—into the depths of the 8-2 sea area, the surrounding fog seemed to sense the sudden appearance of the ship girl's aura. Then, the fog pounced on Montana and Xiaobai like a wild beast, instantly turning the waters around Montana into a foggy mess.

Montana stopped and looked around at the monotonous, foggy scenery.

“Oh… so this is what a sea maze feels like.” Monta stroked his chin, his gaze sweeping over the thick fog and dust. “The scenery is exactly the same in every direction, with no landmarks, no sense of direction, and the fog itself even numbs the ship girls’ sense of direction, and…”

As Montana finished speaking, his tech-inspired trench coat suddenly emitted a faint blue light.

Montana raised her head slightly and looked to one side.

Just as Montana's gaze fell upon a plume of smoke, a loud boom was heard as the smoke exploded.

"Ouch! Ouch!!!!"

A deep-sea destroyer, whistling and whipping its tail, burst out of the fog and lunged at Montana, baring its teeth.

Brush brush!

Several torpedoes were launched and hurtled straight toward Montana.

Montana neither dodged nor avoided the attack; he simply watched quietly as the deep-sea destroyer and several torpedoes hurtled toward him.

As the deep-sea destroyer drew ever closer to Montana, and the torpedo was about to hit Montana, a hint of triumphant bloodlust gradually crept into the deep-sea destroyer's shrill screams.

However... the next second, the deep-sea destroyer was shocked to find that the torpedoes it fired had stopped on the surface of the water as if someone had pressed the pause button.

Immediately afterwards, the deep-sea destroyer instinctively swung its stern, only to find that it could neither move forward nor backward.