Infinite: Starting from Resident Evil

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Then, they secretly gathered all available air power and deployed it in batches around the androids' defenses, but did not let them participate in the battle. Instead, they disguised themselves as ground troops and mixed in with the ground troops.

This seems like a fairly reliable deception plan. However, if their opponents are still just androids, they might be able to be deceived. After all, androids can be stubborn at times and prone to misjudgment, as demonstrated multiple times in the original storyline.

However, things are different now. The androids now have humans. Although Shen Ye doesn't participate in command, he still reads the battle reports. Moreover, having received military training and attended many military-related lectures, he keenly sensed something was wrong when he watched a battle report a few days later...

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Inside the Hope City Command Headquarters.

After reading the battle report from the front lines, Shen Ye fell into deep thought. He tapped the table lightly with his index finger, his brows furrowed.

This was the first time in a long time that the androids around them had seen their commander with such an expression. They all watched him quietly. In the huge command center, apart from the occasional beeping of the central control system, there was only the sound of Shen Ye tapping on the table.

After an unknown amount of time, the androids gradually became puzzled, but they did not dare to ask. Instead, they all looked at White. Everyone knew that White was their commander's favorite, and while they envied her, they also knew that it was the most appropriate person to ask her.

Just as White was about to speak, Shen Ye spoke first. He looked at the 3D sand table projection in front of him and asked, "Have the satellites detected any other unusual movements by the mechanical lifeforms?"

“Aside from the fact that the number of people gathered is greater than ever before, that’s all,” White said.

She hesitated for a moment, then said, "However, the battle reports from the front say that although the number of mechanical lifeforms has increased, our casualties are lower than before."

"Of course!" Shen Ye let out a long breath, then looked at White: "Didn't you guys notice something was wrong?"

White and the other high-ranking artificial humans exchanged glances and nodded: "Yes, there is some, but we can't figure out exactly what's wrong."

After years of playing at a disadvantage, this is the first time the androids have managed to gain an advantage, and it's hard to figure out what went wrong.

Moreover, what they don't understand is that their own side suffered fewer casualties, shouldn't they be happy? Why do they feel something is wrong instead? Does it mean that more androids should have been sacrificed?

Of course, they wouldn't dare ask such a question, not even White.

"Check the frequency of air support from the mechanical lifeforms these past few days. Be quick, I think they're about to make a big move." Seeing that White and the others still didn't understand, Shen Ye said it bluntly.

"Yes!" White was very serious in front of Shen Ye when he was working, and immediately stood at attention.

Once White left, the other high-ranking androids also went about their own business.

Not long after, White returned, and she brought a report that Shen Ye had expected.

"In the past few days, the machine lifeforms have not provided any air support."

After saying that, White followed up with, "Commander, I understand what you were trying to say earlier. The mechanical lifeforms are definitely preparing for a big move. Their air units haven't moved, but they've gathered a large force to confront us head-on, which doesn't make sense."

If she still can't figure it out by now, there's no need for her to continue as commander. She should just obediently be Shen Ye's personal maid, although that would probably fulfill her wish.

"So what big moves do you think they're planning?" Shen Ye asked.

White lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked up and said, "Could it be that they intend to concentrate their air power to carry out a decapitation strike against us? Is your target you?"

"It's possible, but it probably won't be that simple." Shen Ye nodded slightly. He had thought so at first, but he always felt it wasn't that simple.

Hope City, where Shen Ye is now located, has been completely fortified. Not only are there a large number of YoRHa-type androids stationed here, but also a large number of anti-aircraft devices have been deployed to deal with air attacks by mechanical lifeforms.

And this is something that N2, with intelligence comparable to that of humans, could not possibly have failed to consider, so they must have other purposes.

"So, what exactly are they trying to do?" Shen Ye continued to tap the table, his eyes unconsciously scanning the command center.

Suddenly, his gaze fell on the command center's central control system, and fragments of memories from the game about the bunker's destruction surfaced in his mind.

"Is this a feint?" Shen Ye's brows relaxed; he understood.

……

Now that he had guessed what N2 might do, Shen Ye naturally began to make arrangements.

He immediately ordered White to have someone copy a new central control system and database. Of course, this didn't mean transferring the data uploaded by the androids back into this system, but rather creating a trap specifically for N2. Therefore, he reminded White that the copied central control system and database could only actively import data, not actively export it, turning it into a cage.

Although this thing might not be able to contain N2, it can at least restrict her for a period of time and sever her connection with the mechanical life network on the planet. Once her connection with the mechanical life network is severed, she can be eliminated inside.

Secondly, Shen Ye also instructed White to strengthen the defenses of Hope City and to withdraw several android legions stationed nearby to garrison Hope City. In any case, his own safety was the most important thing. Although he understood that the enemy's feint attack was almost impossible to harm him, it was better to be safe than sorry.

White readily agreed to this, immediately sending people to mobilize resources as soon as he received the order, and then sending people to copy a new central control system and database.

……

(I just returned from the Ghost Festival, so this is a belated chapter!)

Chapter 323! Waiting

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The efficiency of androids is far greater than that of mechanical life. Soon after the order was given, several android legions entered the city. Led by their respective legion commanders, they settled down in layers around Shen Ye's residence.

In addition, they brought in a large amount of heavy firepower equipment and reinforced the city's defenses. The already fortified city became like a hedgehog covered in sharp thorns, and anyone who came to take a bite would have to bleed first.

At the same time, White also led his team to begin relocating the command center's central control system and database. Just in case, the city's signal jammers were turned up to the maximum during this process, which affected many older models of androids, forcing them to wear specially designed electromagnetic isolation devices.

After all that was done, all that was left was to wait for N2 to walk right into the trap.

……

In the blink of an eye, several days have passed.

On a hill near the Pearl Bay server, Adam and Eve were making preparations for their departure.

Of course, their preparations were not for battle, but rather a meal before their departure.

The two sat at opposite ends of a long, rectangular dining table, which was seven or eight meters long and was covered with candles, flowers, food, and drinks.

Although they are currently fighting against androids ruled by humans, they seem to have become accustomed to mimicking human life.

“Brother, once we’ve eliminated humans and androids, we can completely replace them. No, not replace them, we’ll be real humans. Then, when we do these things, it won’t be imitation, but enjoying life,” Adam said, putting down his knife and fork and raising his glass.

"Then... what about her?" Eve looked towards the server with some concern and asked.

“We…don’t need a creator.” A cold smile appeared on Adam’s lips before he downed the wine in his glass in one gulp.

After elegantly wiping his lips with a napkin, Adam continued, "Whether we succeed or fail, after this, we must break free from her control, even if it means... killing her."

Listening to her brother's words, Eve nodded vigorously. He was born from his brother's body, and his brother's words were the truth to him.

After a brief exchange, the two continued their meal in silence. However, at that moment, a deafening roar rang in their ears, and then the sky above them suddenly darkened.

The two brothers stopped what they were doing and looked up at the sky. Above them, countless mechanical life forms were hovering in the air above the Pearl Bay server, their numbers so great that they blotted out the sun.

"Is it finally... going to begin?" Eve murmured to herself, gazing at the sky.

"After so much preparation, it's time to begin." Adam wiped his mouth with a napkin again, tossed it onto his plate, and stood up, saying, "Let's go, I can't wait."

“Okay, brother.” Eve nodded.

Then, a light emanated from him and Adam, and they disappeared from the spot. When they reappeared, they were each standing on the top of a huge flying mechanical life form.

At that moment, a voice, tinged with two different tones, rang out in the sky: "All troops, attack!"

……

"Commander, the satellites have detected a large number of mechanical life signals; they are flying towards us."

In the command center, White ran up to Shen Ye and said nervously.

Although she had made thorough preparations, she was still somewhat uneasy and said, "Please, Commander, proceed to the underground base for safety immediately."

As she spoke, a piercing alarm blared throughout Hope City, and countless androids ran through the streets, searching for their battle stations.

"Then let's proceed as planned." Shen Ye nodded, stood up, and turned to walk out of the command post.

Outside the command post, A2 was waiting anxiously at the door. When he saw Shen Ye come out, he immediately went to greet him.

"Shen, everything's ready. Come with us to the underground base right now." A2 grabbed Shen Ye's arm and shoved him into a car.

"Wait a minute." Shen Ye pressed down on the car door and turned to White, saying, "You guys need to be careful too."

Although he had felt the commander's care more than once, White was still deeply moved and rushed up to hug Shen Ye, about to give him a kiss.

Inside the car, 2B and the others, including the Gemini 0 sisters, were all fully armed. When they saw White hugging Shen Ye, they couldn't help but frown. Then, A2 outside coughed loudly, reminding everyone that they were watching!

White didn't care about any of that and insisted on kissing him before letting go.

Once Shen Ye was seated in the car, the driver, Guai Kass, immediately started the engine and drove everyone to the underground base in Hope City.

This underground base was built a long time ago, but it has never been used. After all, it was prepared for Shen Ye, but he doesn't like to hide underground all the time.

Previously, it didn't matter to the androids because Shen Ye was safe as long as he didn't leave the city. But now that the mechanical lifeforms are carrying out a large-scale airborne operation, the underground base, which had been built but never opened, was put into use for the first time for his safety.

The underground base was built along a continuous hill. At this moment, the entrance to the base was filled with androids. They were all YoRHa combat models. They would enter the underground base with Shen Ye and become his last line of defense.

"Commander, I am 8B, the android in charge of this protection mission."

As Shen Ye got out of the car, a YoRHa android dressed as a captain stepped forward and saluted him.

“8B.” Hearing the YoRHa android mention her codename, Shen Ye glanced at her again and asked, “I’ve heard of your name. You must have a few close teammates, right?”

“You actually know me… that’s truly my honor.” 8B looked pleasantly surprised, then waved behind her: “22B, 64B, come here for a moment, the Commander wants to see you.”

Immediately, two fully armed YoRHa B-type androids trotted over.

Shen Ye looked them up and down and said, "Thank you for your hard work."

“Fight for the Commander,” 8B immediately saluted.

At the same time, all the androids participating in this defense mission shouted, "Fight for the Commander!"

I don't know when it started, but the androids' motto has changed from wishing for the eternal glory of humanity to fighting for their commander.