Marvel Magic Case Files

Chapter 1545 The Lunar War (Fifty-Seven)

"Very creative, Commander Malcolm. I didn't expect you to utilize the research findings from the bio-genetic lab so quickly. Based on our previous intelligence analysis of the Inhumans of Attilan, it's indeed possible to deduce that their segregation system affects the storage and distribution of different types of food. Now, the food production facilities on the lower decks, totaling thirty-two levels, are under our control, and the automated water purification plant supplying the mutant settlements has also been shut down. Your tactics will be effective before these mutants enter their next metabolic cycle."

The emperor smiled and nodded.

"Poison gas can also be effective to some extent, but since it's unclear whether the enemy's psionic abilities can control the air, I suggest using it only in large-scale urban warfare. The bio-gene lab has many byproducts that can be mass-produced and won't harm genetically modified soldiers... provided we wait for the experimental reports. In the meantime, you can quietly enjoy the spoils of war."

"I suggest using phosphate weapons, but that's only a measure to be taken in extreme situations, because flamethrower and thermoelectric weapons are ineffective against Inhumans," Malcolm said. He was keen to use flame weapons that could even burn metal and burn in a vacuum, but due to the high level of pollution, they were rarely used except in exercises in the Martian Data Wasteland, and even training didn't provide much ammunition. However, both data testing and combat testing showed that this weapon possessed excellent destructive capabilities, and the individual heavy weapon version was also very suitable for destroying stubbornly resisting enemies in urban warfare. "Although I have the authority to approve the use of this weapon, I think it's better for you to decide this matter."

"Approved. This is war, and war has no morality. As for the subsequent radiation cleansing and other issues, those are things to consider after victory. Commander Malcolm, the next attack is in two hours. I expect you to maintain pressure on the Inhuman settlements during this time. I approve psychological warfare." The Emperor looked to his side. "Constantine, we now have another topic to study. Derrick found that book first; perhaps we can find a way to resolve the psionic anomalies at Attilan Fortress."

Confining the chaotic clan alliance within their respective settlements seemed straightforward, requiring only heavy firepower. However, intelligence revealed that more than one mutant with teleportation abilities existed within the civilian clans. One was Attila's royal pet, the Locktooth Hound, and another was the assistant of Jia Ying, the leader of "Afterlife," who was captured by a S.H.I.E.L.D. team when the Emperor ordered a secret team to destroy "Afterlife," the Inhuman settlement on Earth.

Later, during the Hydra rebellion and the loss of control of the Sandbox prison, the mutant who had undergone Terrigen's mutation, with his eyes reduced to a thin layer of skin, completely disappeared until a spy discovered him within the Attilan royal family. Therefore, the Emperor had reason to believe that the Inhuman clans of the commoners, whose genetic mutations had not been definitively identified and who had been mutated using degraded products of the original mutant material, definitely possessed other mutants with teleportation abilities. However, the Inhuman alliance's strategic retreat forced the abandonment of communication equipment, and the presence of numerous psionicists among the Inhumans meant that even teleportation, a common form of communication, posed a risk of exposing spies. Therefore, even the Emperor did not know how many Inhuman mutants with teleportation abilities remained.

However, the arcane sorcerers of Kamar-Taj are still able to conduct reconnaissance using psychic abilities.

During this period, Malcolm planned to gradually replace the war-damaged troops of the First Combat Group with the Second Combat Group. He intended to use this time for ammunition resupply and equipment repair to prepare for the upcoming offensive, and no one except Aparisha objected to this. After all, even chainsaws wear down, let alone assault squads carrying fewer than ten magazines. Therefore, the First Combat Group, which had been the main force of the offensive since the beginning of the war, urgently needed a large-scale replenishment of ammunition, and he was responsible for handling the administrative work in this regard. Fortunately, Aparisha had to serve as the frontline commander and couldn't voice any objections in his ear.

"I need to open the food warehouse," Crystal declared loudly from the center of the Gene Council hall. She had already removed the heavy robes of the Attilan royal family and changed into a neat and tidy bodysuit. In addition, she had a handheld rapid diagnostic device hanging from her waist, and a very special medical exoskeleton on her hand. Several steel needles connected to injection tubing extended from her fingertips and then retracted under her brainwave control. This exoskeleton was also equipped with miniaturized devices such as scalpels, hemostatic forceps, and plasma cauterization devices, making it fully capable of performing an emergency field surgery.

"We still need a large quantity of medicine, Your Majesty."

Her long, golden curls were tied up, and her white bodysuit was stained with blood. She and Medusa's parents were the nutritionist and family physician for the Attilan royal family—all those holding important positions within the Attilan royal family were related by blood—so she received a comprehensive medical education from a young age. Later, under the influence of Queen Medusa, she participated in the development of the medical system for the commoner clans of Attilan, even wielding considerable power. Fortunately, she was both naive and kind; instead of abusing her power for personal gain, she genuinely showed concern for the common people.

When the clan alliance withdrew from the fourth line of defense, the large number of wounded they brought with them instantly overwhelmed the civilian clans' medical system—at the beginning of the war, there were only a few wounded, with the vast majority of soldiers slaughtered. At that time, the medical system was not yet maintained, but whether it was intentional on the part of the enemy or not, the number of wounded now far exceeds the number of dead.

"The enemy's shelling before the evacuation caused a large number of wounded. The medicines needed by different clans are completely different. Currently, the medicines in the medical facilities are only suitable for civilian clans, as the biochemical properties of other clans will cause them to be rejected. Therefore, I need the Gene Council and the Gene Research Institute to sort out the biochemical differences between different clans as quickly as possible... Now is not the time to keep it a secret. My lords, no one wants to see certain life-saving drugs turn into poison!"

"Praise be to your kindness, Crystal Princess. The Ghost Clan is willing to provide the relevant information." Matriarch Evo grinned, her ugly amphibian face becoming incredibly gentle in Crystal's eyes. "The relevant information currently only exists in the clan's settlement, but I am currently in the royal clan's territory and cannot return to the royal court to retrieve it."

"We can assemble a squad!" Crystal blurted out, before Black Bolt could even stop her. "Houndtooth should be able to lead a squad to the Clan Court. Although its teleportation range is limited, this mission doesn't require too many people."

“Then I can grant access to the information system and the data,” Matriarch Evo said. The villainous clan matriarch beside her gritted her teeth again and uttered the same words. “We want to save our warriors, the Crystal Princess,” Matriarch Evo said, “but the other clan matriarchs are in different settlements, and we don’t know their locations. If you want all the data, you must find them and obtain their consent. I believe Matriarch Onomi will agree to your idea.”

Crystal bowed excitedly, the gloom on her face vanishing in an instant.

"Your Majesty, may I select a group of combatants?" She looked up, completely oblivious to the disapproving expression on Black Bolt's face, as if her promise was merely a guarantee of a trip out for fun. "I promise, I'll be back quickly!" she said. "This can save many people!"

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