Him and their stars

Thirty tired policemen, five Panthers, and a captured Stitch tank, without any air cover and no idea of ​​whether they could get support, escorted three hundred civilians with their families. , cutting through the array of millions of sand people with guns, cannons and colleagues, and sent them into the city.

If it is really done, it will definitely be a glorious achievement that can be included in history and military textbooks, and can even be praised as the epic of the entire civilization thousands of years later.

Let me ask you, which cool novel has a protagonist who doesn’t like to be in the limelight? Wouldn’t it be nice to lead a hero like a sage whose name will go down in history? So, it’s strange that Yu Lian’s heart is moved...!

He's not stupid!

Yu Lian rolled his eyes, wondering whether he should use his spiritual power to make the living flesh ball in front of him and feed it to the space amoeba. At this time, several people who came with the congressmen, who were probably representatives of public opinion, started to make a noise.

"Yeah, yeah, it's safer in the city."

"Now that we have soldiers, they can protect us, right?"

"Yes, we are already outside the city. No one can accept it if we continue to stay in the wild!"

"You are a soldier, right? Why don't you say something? Isn't your duty to protect us?"

"We want safe houses, clean beds, doctors and hot food!"

How about we crush you all into meat balls and feed them to the amoebas? Yu Lian thought with a smile.

Dr. Banks behind him looked embarrassed. He went up to explain but was surrounded by people before he could speak. Ina was gradually showing her anger. When the soldiers saw this scene, some were at a loss, while others gathered over. Seeing this scene, the public opinion representatives calmed down a little.

The congressman glared fiercely at the "public opinion representatives" behind him: "What are you doing? What are you doing? What kind of mob are you? We are all well-known celebrities in Xinyumen, can you have some dignity?"

He should still be very prestigious, and he made everyone shut up in anger. Taking this opportunity, he grabbed Yu Lian's hand and said pleasantly: "I understand that this kind of matter needs to be discussed in the long term. This is indeed not the place for conversation, so please come with me. It’s just the right time for a little treat.”

Yu Lian wanted to throw the other party's hand away, but this handsome congressman actually still had some strength, and he couldn't do it in public. With just such a hesitation, he was dragged to the most luxurious RV in the fleet.

Yu Lian knew that this was model 825 of the Kodo RV produced by the Alliance. Its indoor living space is huge, all kinds of living equipment are complete, and the materials and energy are enough for five or six people to live in it for two or three weeks. In addition, the top model of this model can also be equipped with military armor, liquid metal coating, shields and nano-repair machines, which is even more resistant than the Stitch Monster tank that everyone captured. Even if you run through ups and downs in sandstorms or even acid rain for a week or two, you can still look and feel your best.

Standing in front of this vehicle that looked like a mobile villa, Yu Lian felt a little in awe for a moment (because of its price).

He knew that all the soldiers at Depot No. 12 would have to go without food and water for ten years to be able to afford the price of this big guy. But not far from the RV, dozens of dusty passenger cars and trucks were scattered there without any order. Ordinary citizens who were also tired of the journey, wrapped in gray windproof cloaks, gathered around blankly and even numbly, like a group of puppets.

They still have some food on hand that can satisfy their hunger, but it is nothing more than some convenient food that has been stored for a long time, and there is not much.

Of course they didn't dare to light a fire, so they could only huddle together around some small heating devices with very low power. The body wrapped in a windproof cloak was shivering, no different from the scavengers and vagrants wandering in the shadows of the metropolis, precarious.

Yu Lian has seen such scenes many times in later generations, whether it was humans or other intelligent races.

It stands to reason that the galactic society that has been able to travel across the sea of ​​​​stars has already reached an era where productivity is exploding and there is never a shortage of supplies, but this is not the case. Yu Lian wasn't sure whether it was because the technology tree was wrong or because the saying "productivity determines production relations" was not absolutely correct.

He only knows that superiors have different simple and boring happiness in every era; but all living beings have similar sufferings and hardships in every era.

"Look, Warrant Officer, I didn't lie to you. We're short of food, we're short of cold supplies, we're short of medicine. We're actually at our limit. After a while, we won't even have canned food or brown bread. So, I I hope you can understand everyone's anxiety." Mr. Congressman's face was full of compassion.

If he hadn't been in the RV when he said this, with the natural warm air from the simulated ecological equipment blowing, Holy Red Wine swaying in his hand, and exquisite snacks placed on the crystal coffee table in front of him, Yu Lian would have almost believed it.

"You're welcome for not being well received. You've just finished fighting and need to rest." Mr. Congressman was very enthusiastic, or rather, too enthusiastic, just like a friendly and hospitable uncle next door.

He poured a glass of red wine for Yu Lian, "Warrant Officer, I heard that your officer is a student at the Central Defense University? He is doing his graduation internship!"

"...Exactly. I will graduate next summer."

"That's great. I graduated from the Civil Engineering Department of Wugang Military Academy, but in the end I didn't have the opportunity to join the army. Later I got a degree from Venice Business School. You see, we have the same background, so we have the basis for good communication. .”

It took Yu Lian nearly two seconds to understand what the other party meant. Because he is a student at the National Defense University, a member of the so-called "elite bureaucratic group" in the military, he is qualified to have an equal dialogue with top students from prestigious schools like Mr. Congressman. If it were said that he was not leading the team now, but Lieutenant Mundson, the congressman would never be so polite.

Well, no problem, it's logical. Various chains of contempt constitute class and society. Of course, contempt for academic qualifications is also part of it, and the proportion is quite large.

"We are the elite of society and the country, and we only need to take on greater responsibilities occasionally. You should understand, right? Of course, it even includes some things that may be misunderstood."

"Well, your Excellency, Congressman... Just tell me what you need me to do."

"Very good, straight to the point. This is what elites from our military academy should be like." The other party praised.

Yu Lian felt that if he was not the so-called "Moon Man", the congressman would probably think that "rude rape is not enough" or something like that.

"I understand your concerns, Warrant Officer. With such a small force, it is impossible for you to protect everyone and break into Tulon. The trucks and buses that the refugees are riding in can't even stop the claws of the Velociraptor."

Yu Lian was a little surprised by the congressman's words. The other party smiled and said, "Didn't I tell you that I also studied in a military academy and am your senior? I also have basic military knowledge. But, standing in front of me, From our standpoint, there is really no way to keep everyone sane.”

Yu Lian shook the wine glass and looked at the other party quietly. Whether they are pretending to be one of themselves or pretending to be pitiful, it is a traditional skill of these guys. Whoever takes it seriously is a fool.

"However, you have seen my car, right? There are three or four of these RVs with shields and armor in the fleet, plus your Panthers and tanks. . It should be enough as an assault force."

I must admit that what Mr. Congressman said makes sense. Although there is no longer a monster like Kodo 3 in the fleet that can crush a large velociraptor to death, there are indeed a few high-end RVs with better defense than the Black Panther - this is Xinyumen after all. , Guys who dare to come here to buy real estate will always have to cherish their lives.

In terms of defense alone, this is already a very combat-effective armored assault force. However, Yu Lian still has questions: "...give up those trucks?"

"In a breakout, they will only be a burden. Your officials should know better than me."

"There are at least a thousand people in the convoy. Can these RVs... be able to accommodate them?"

"This is what I said may be misunderstood. You are still young, warrant officer. You will know in the future that no matter how hard you try, there will always be dissatisfaction and unfairness. Maybe this is life. However, we We can’t delay important matters just because we pursue this illusory fairness.”

What exactly is your so-called big event? Your own life?

"A hundred people should be able to fit into the RV. I will bring some important people and their families. Don't worry, Warrant Officer, they are all celebrities with a certain status. In the Parliament of Tulon, um, even You have some reputation in the galaxy. When this is over, people will only remember that you saved the lives of a hundred people, including old people and children."

However, I will remember that I abandoned a thousand other people, including old people and children.

"Of course, the remaining people are indeed a little pitiful. You can leave a small team of troops to protect them. As long as they guard the mouth of the valley, they should be able to support the rescue. Well, with the blessing of the spirit of the universe, they will definitely be able to persevere. To the end.”

Yu Lian resisted the urge to destroy something in his heart and kept his smile unchanged - even at this time, he could still laugh, which surprised himself.

"...Why not wait a few more days. Mr. Councilor, I estimate that a counterattack will be launched in Tulon City soon. Reinforcements from the garrison and the outer ring fleet should also arrive soon. Why should we risk entering the city? Woolen cloth?"

"Hey, haven't you seen it already? Everyone's supplies won't last long." The congressman took a sip of wine and threw a small piece of cake into his mouth.

Yes, if you wait a day or two, the poor people who are short of food and clothing may take action on you. Once a person gets anxious and hears the cry of a child because of hunger, no matter how weak a person is, he will turn into a monster. Because of this, you want me to escort you into the city first, right?

Therefore, the materials of the entire fleet are managed in a unified manner, and the excess materials of the rich are distributed to the poor who are short of food and clothing. Such an option was never on your radar in the first place, was it?