Due to the beast tide, the entire Cloud Sea Pioneer Space was in a heightened state of tension. The West Area had always been a weak point in its defenses, but the commander of the West Area, Si Yu, was a ruthless man. He had moved the command headquarters directly to the westernmost front-line positions, personally overseeing the defense.
When Wang Lan and Earth Walker arrived, they witnessed a Pioneering Legion, having suffered heavy casualties, retreating to camp. Area Commander Si Yu rushed out to greet the returning heroes.
"Commander, it's terrible! The beast tide has erupted! There are so many of them, at least five hundred thousand..."
"I know. Go and rest. Everyone else, listen up! Prepare for battle! Although we have a retreat and consolidation plan, that is merely a backup. Our primary directive is to hold the front line. Until I fall in battle, or I give the order, no one is to execute the backup retreat plan! Violators will be beheaded!"
"Yes, Sir—"
