I started with a portal, then turned around and handed it over to the nation.

Lin Mo muttered the words "night watchman," his throat feeling dry.

He subconsciously looked at the dark swamp on the holographic map.

There was no light there, only mud and stench, and eyes lurking in the shadows.

Stay there for a month?

"I know this proposal is very bold."

Wu Qian pushed up his frameless glasses, the lenses reflecting the blue light of the map and obscuring his gaze.

He tapped his fingers on the control panel a few times, and the holographic projection changed, switching to several new engineering drawings on the screen.

"But this is currently the best way to maximize the benefits."

Wu Qian turned around, a retractable pointer appearing in his hand, and pointed it at the core of the drawing:

"In terms of energy, it was indeed a major challenge at the beginning."

"So in the first phase, we can only bring diesel generators, using the high-efficiency, quiet models currently in service with the military."

"In addition, with the high-density energy storage battery pack, the batteries can be fully charged at the base in advance. This energy is enough to power a small life support system for thirty days."

The pointer moved upwards, tracing a curve.

"Once the outpost is built, we will be able to transport foldable solar panels and small wind turbines in batches."

"With electricity, many devices can be used."

Wu Qian's voice was very steady, without any emotional coloring.

"The robotic dog can patrol 24 hours a day, and the drone can create a high-precision map of the surrounding 300 kilometers."

"even……"

He paused for a moment, his gaze sweeping over everyone present.

"We can also set up heavy machine gun turrets and automatic grenade launchers to form a fixed fire network."

"What if the equipment breaks?"

In the corner, Liu Jianjun, who was in charge of logistics, couldn't help but chime in.

"That place is damp and full of mud and water. If you leave sophisticated electronic equipment there for a month and no one takes care of it, it will just become a pile of scrap metal."

"So there has to be someone. That's the reason the Night's Watch exists."

"Their mission is maintenance, such as servicing firearms and ammunition, charging batteries, repairing fortifications, and monitoring the surrounding environment."

"Wait until the next time the portal opens~"

Wu Qian made an alternating hand gesture in the air:

"The new team goes in with supplies and exchanges the collected samples with the previous batch of Night Watchmen."

"In this way, our stay in this other world is not temporary, but rather our first permanent base."

"Once we establish a foothold, we'll have the confidence to either build trade relations with indigenous tribes or explore the ruins of that civilization."

Wu Qian lowered his hand and looked at Zhao Zhenguo.

"Sir, this is the best solution we can think of so far to maximize the use of the portal."

The command room fell silent again.

Zhao Zhenguo didn't speak, his pen tapping repeatedly on the table.

He is weighing his options.

This operation is very risky; the stakes are several living people, in exchange for an important stronghold.

"The plan is good."

A deep voice broke the silence.

Long Fei leaned back in his chair, arms crossed, his eyes gleaming with a sharp light.

"That sounds reasonable, and the potential rewards are huge."

Long Fei sat up straight and tapped his knuckles twice on the table.

"But, Team Leader Wu, haven't you forgotten something?"

Wu Qian frowned: "What?"

"We know nothing about that world yet."

Long Fei pointed to a large black area on the holographic map.

What lies beyond the swamp? What is deep within the forest? We know nothing.

Long Fei stood up and walked to the map.

He was half a head taller than Wu Qian, and the oppressive aura emanating from him, as if he had experienced life and death, made Wu Qian subconsciously take a half step back.

"For our first mission, we only explored the edge."

"Are we going to send someone there to stay for a month now?"

Long Fei sneered.

"That's basically sending them to their deaths."

"Do we also need to bring generators? Building materials? Heavy machine gun turrets?"

Long Fei turned around and looked at Zhao Zhenguo.

"Commander, the portal can only be open for two minutes. The soldiers are carrying these heavy lumps of iron; if they land, they'll be attacked."

"Or you might get into a fight while searching for a suitable safe house, and you won't be able to run away. Only by being agile can you survive."

"It's not worth losing your life on the way to build a base that doesn't even exist."

Sun Dehai then took off his reading glasses and rubbed his temples.

"I agree with the Dragon's opinion."

The old professor sighed and closed his notebook.

"Team Leader Wu, your idea is excellent. But I also need time technically, as the environment of this other world is too unique."

Wu Qian opened his mouth, wanting to refute something, but seeing Long Fei and Sun Dehai's resolute attitude, he finally shut his mouth.

He's a smart man; he knows that stubbornness won't work at this point.

"What does Team Dragon mean?" Zhao Zhenguo asked Long Fei.

"Take it slow."

Long Fei drew a circle on the map with his finger.

"This mission is primarily focused on reconnaissance, completing the task, and surviving."

"We need to take this opportunity to expand the map and combine it with indigenous information to find a place that is really easy to defend but difficult to attack, such as a cave or high ground."

"You can't just pitch a tent in the mud."

Long Fei looked at Lin Mo.

"Furthermore, we need more information about that other world. It would be much safer to get their help or to establish a base near the village."

"Once we find a suitable place and determine what dangers are around."

Long Fei paused, his eyes resolute.

"After we return from the next mission, we'll conduct another assessment to determine whether to initiate Project Night Watch."

"According to the portal rules, we will teleport directly to the safe house. Next time we enter, we can directly deliver the supplies to the selected location. This is the safest approach."

Lin Mo listened from the side and nodded repeatedly.

Long Fei truly lives up to his reputation as a veteran; his judgment on the battlefield is something you can't learn from books.

After listening, Zhao Zhenguo finally stopped writing with his pen.

He capped the pen, making a crisp "click" sound.

"it is good."

Zhao Zhenguo stood up, his gaze sweeping across the room, and the atmosphere instantly became serious.

"Be bold in the general direction, but cautious in specific actions."

"People are the most valuable thing in the Tianmen Project."

He looked at Wu Qian.

"Wu Qian, your plan is approved in principle, but it needs more supporting information and evaluation before it can be implemented."

"After you get back, you can lead the tactical team to refine the plan, including not only the equipment but also the personnel selection."

Zhao Zhenguo's voice turned cold, carrying a murderous aura.

"Night Watchman...that's a good name."

"But this is absolutely an extremely dangerous mission."

"Go and draft a list; don't use forced assignments."

Zhao Zhenguo straightened the hem of his military uniform.

"I need volunteers."

"Whether they are engineers, communications soldiers, or combatants."

"Tell them about all the risks and make them prepare their wills."

"We need a group of people who are truly fearless and willing to settle down in another world."

"Do you understand?"

"yes!"

Wu Qian immediately stood at attention and gave a military salute.