"Haha, that's me."
Lu Ping smiled and nodded.
"Oh, then wait a moment, I'll contact him first."
After getting the confirmation, the soldier nodded quickly and ran back to the sentry box to contact.
In less than a few minutes, several people walked out of the headquarters, led by Zhao Yuanyi.
"Haha! Commander Lu, you're finally here. I've been looking forward to seeing you for a long time."
"I'm glad you're here. I can finally take off this burden."
After meeting Lu Ping, Zhao Yuanyi was particularly enthusiastic.
"Commander Zhao, you're too polite."
Lu Ping said modestly.
"Hey, this isn't politeness, it's the truth."
"You don't know how much pressure I've been under recently."
"Hey, enough talking. Come on... Let me introduce you. This is Deputy Commander Liu, this is Chief of Staff Wang, and this is Chief Li of the Operations Department."
Zhao Yuanyi sighed and quickly introduced the people around him to Lu Ping.
Lu Ping also shook hands with everyone one by one.
After the greetings, Lu Ping followed Zhao Yuanyi into the headquarters.
The East China Sea Garrison Headquarters covers a vast area of several hundred acres.
There are huge military camps on both sides and a wide playground in the center where soldiers are training.
The headquarters building is located in the front. It is a six-story building with a simple and majestic appearance.
After entering the building, Zhao Yuanyi led Lu Ping and the other two into the conference room on the second floor.
"Commander Lu, now that you're here, I feel more confident."
After everyone sat down, Zhao Yuanyi sighed again.
"Yes, we live in fear almost every day, afraid that a herd of beasts will suddenly attack the city one day."
"Commander Lu, you probably also know that we can't defend the East China Sea with our current defense capabilities."
"Now that Commander Lu is here, we can rest assured."
"Yes, once Commander Lu arrives, those monsters will probably have to retreat."
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The others also spoke up.
It can be seen that Zhao Yuanyi and others have been under tremendous pressure during this period.
Lu Ping was somewhat surprised by the attitude and enthusiasm of Zhao Yuanyi and others.
Lu Ping could tell at a glance whether Zhao Yuanyi and others were telling lies or not.
Although Lu Ping doesn't have this ability, the Tower of Heroes does.
Lu Ping could be sure that they were all sincere.
Lu Ping didn't expect that he would be so popular.
What was even more unexpected was that Zhao Yuanyi was so willing to give up the position of commander.
"You are too polite. I am young and inexperienced, and I will need your guidance in the future."
"If there is anything in the future, I hope you can help me."
Lu Ping said with a smile.
Since the other party extended an olive branch, Lu Ping didn't hesitate and took it.
After all, I just arrived and I need their cooperation and support in many things.
"Don't worry, Commander Lu. Just let me know if you can help me."
"Yes, Commander Lu, just give your orders."
"Yeah, if you have anything to say, just ask."
After hearing Lu Ping's words, everyone agreed.
"Okay, then I'll take a look at the situation first. Who of you would like to introduce it?"
Lu Ping nodded and got to the point.
"Okay, let me introduce you."
"Currently, our total East Sea troop strength is 25 million, including 6 million clone soldiers, 5 million International Battlefield soldiers, and 40,000 human soldiers."
"In terms of weapons, we have 600 pieces of various light and heavy artillery, 1,000 mortars, 300 tanks, 60 missile launchers, and 300 rocket launchers."
"In addition, we have 17 fighter planes, 6 bombers, 21 transport planes, and 57 helicopters."
Zhao Yuanyi introduced.
"What about ammunition?"
After listening to the introduction, Lu Ping continued to ask.
"Commander Lu, the biggest problems we face now are, first, insufficient manpower, and second, a severe lack of ammunition."
"Our current ammunition supply is only enough to sustain combat for three months."
Chief of Staff Wang Taiyuan stood up and said.
"What? Only three months' worth of ammunition?"
Lu Ping was shocked.
Three months of ammunition is not enough, three years is about right.
"Well, it was only three months. We repeatedly reported to the military and requested more ammunition, but they ignored us."
"It wasn't until the day before yesterday that the military agreed to replenish our ammunition for three months, and they made it clear that this was the last replenishment."
"This batch of ammunition will be delivered through the port in the next few days."
Wang Taiyuan replied.
"Why doesn't the military replenish our ammunition?"
As soon as Wang Taiyuan finished speaking, Lu Ping immediately asked.
"Well, the military said that our Donghai doesn't fall under the category of a base city, so they can't guarantee supply."
"It's not just the case in Donghai; the situation in other cities is the same."
Zhao Yuanyi interrupted.
"Oh, I see."
Hearing this, Lu Ping suddenly understood.
"Commander Lu, we have thought of a way to deal with the ammunition issue."
"A few days ago, we built our own production line, which can help to supplement the supply to some extent, but we are still facing the problem of insufficient raw materials."
Zhao Yuanyi said again at this time.
"Build your own production line?"
"Well...that's great. We have to figure it out on our own."
"What about other supplies? For example, food?"
Lu Ping asked.
"Commander Lu, our other supplies in the East China Sea are still adequate."
"We have a total food stockpile of approximately three million tons, most of which is synthetic food. The supply of other materials is also guaranteed. Only some daily necessities have experienced short-term shortages, but this does not affect the overall situation."
Zhao Yuanyi replied.
"So how many people are there in the East China Sea now? How long can this food supply last?"
Lu Ping pondered for a moment and asked again.
"Commander Lu, our East China Sea currently has a population of 700,000, the vast majority of whom are superpowered, with less than one-tenth being elderly or young."
"Based on the current grain reserves, there's enough to last at least 30 years, so there's no problem with food."
Zhao Yuanyi replied.
"Yeah, I see."
"Another question: If a war breaks out, will our East China Sea superpowers obey orders and go to the battlefield?"
"Also, how many soldiers do they have?"
"Commander Lu, this question is difficult to answer."
"To be honest, we have no idea whether the superpowered can obey orders and go to the battlefield."
"After all, nowadays is not like before. Many people have their own little thoughts."
"We estimate that in wartime we would be lucky to have half the number of people."
"As for how many soldiers they have, we've estimated it to be between 80 and 300 million."
Zhao Yuanyi answered truthfully.
"Yeah, I see."
"You're right, it's definitely not like before."
"But if half of the people are willing to fight, that would be pretty good."
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