Despite the increased defense level on the island, the residents continue to lead relatively normal lives.
During the day, they engage in production and training, while the children play and learn in safe areas inside the island.
As night fell, the island slowly sank into the deep sea. The patrol team increased its vigilance, and detection devices continuously scanned the surrounding waters.
Although Sun Yiming's intelligence network detected some anomalies, they were all sporadic and did not form a specific threat.
Everyone knows the enemy is lurking in the shadows, but the uncertainty of waiting makes people even more anxious.
"Sister Xi, those guys are like ghosts, just loitering in the distance, neither getting close nor attacking," Sun Yiming reported to Gu Xi. "Even after we strengthened our defenses, their reconnaissance activities didn't stop at all. It's hard to figure out what they're up to."
Gu Xi stood in front of the sand table in the island's command center, where the sand table simulated the terrain and defense layout of the sea area surrounding the island.
She tapped the sand table lightly with her fingers. "They're waiting for an opportunity. Maybe they're waiting for us to let our guard down, or maybe they're waiting for a favorable moment."
"A favorable opportunity?" Sun Yiming asked, puzzled.
“For example, when our island is sinking, or when we are carrying out some large-scale operations,” Lorraine said from the side. “At night, when the island is sinking, the island’s defense system will enter a different operating mode. Although it does not consume extra energy, the shields in some areas may be different due to structural changes. If they can launch an attack at this time, the chances of success will be higher.”
“That’s right.” Gu Xi nodded. “So, Sun Yiming, don’t let your guard down during this period. At the same time, pay close attention to changes in the natural environment such as ocean currents and tides, as these could also be used by the other side.”
"Understood." Sun Yiming wrote it down.
Lorraine pointed to a certain area on the sand table.
"While researching materials from the Tar period, I discovered some descriptions of ancient defensive systems."
"They seem to place great importance on protecting the bottom and top of the island. Moreover, the document mentions a 'space warping device' that can alter the local spatial structure in a short period of time for defense or attack."
"Spatial distortion?" Gu Xi's eyes lit up. "Can we create it?"
“The information is very obscure, and it requires the cooperation of the Sea Ghost Clan,” Lorraine shook his head. “It’s impossible in a short time. However, perhaps we can get some inspiration from the information to improve our existing defenses.”
"Even the smallest bit of help would be appreciated," Gu Xi said.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
The atmosphere on the island grew increasingly tense. Although there was no clear threat, the feeling of impending doom was oppressive and suffocating.
As day turns to night, the deep sea is shrouded in darkness. The island has completely sunk beneath the water, its faint glow standing out starkly against the darkness.
Gu Xi, Sun Yiming, Luo Lin, and others were in the island's command center, intently watching the screen. The island's defenses remained completely unwavering.
The patrol team patrolled back and forth along the edge of the island, each deep-sea human warrior gripping their weapon tightly.
The sea creatures lurk in the waters surrounding the islands; their senses are far superior to humans, allowing them to detect abnormalities in advance.
“Nothing is amiss,” Sun Yiming said in a low voice, a hint of unease in his tone. This calmness, however, was all the more worrying.
Gu Xi didn't speak, but just stared intently at the screen. Her mental energy was fully released, like an invisible net, covering the entire island and the surrounding sea.
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