Chapter 111: The Beginning of the Militarization of City of Ferm
Hearing the go-signal from Alpha 2, Vincent's eyes sharpened with determination. He raised his hand, and a translucent holographic screen materialized before him, casting a soft blue glow across his stern features.
With a swift glance, he noted the two million gold coins at his disposal. Half of this wealth would be devoted to turning the City of Ferm into a fortress. It was time to lay the foundation for their stronghold.
"Let's start with the basics," Vincent muttered to himself, tapping into the holographic interface. A detailed map of Ferm appeared, highlighting the city's boundaries. The City of Ferm spanned roughly one square mile, a compact but strategic location, perfect for their needs.
First, he started purchasing construction equipment as well as operators and laborers for about 200,000 gold coins. The package included 200 personnel, construction equipments and materials.
They emerged from the magic circle, materializing in a wave of shimmering light, and the moment the summoning process was completed, they went straight to fulfill their tasks with the efficiency of well-oiled machines. Vincent watched as the bulldozers roared to life. The operators guided them expertly, pushing aside the debris that littered the ruined streets of Ferm, clearing the way for what would soon become a heavily fortified stronghold.
"Shadow Actual to Predator, what's the situation from above?" Vincent asked through his radio.NewW novels updates at novelhall.com
"No signs of life outside the perimeter of the City of Ferm, Shadow Actual," Predator replied through the crackling radio.
"Copy that, Predator," Vincent responded, his eyes narrowing as he scanned the horizon from his vantage point. He really hoped that no one would witness the construction process.
He waited for about two hours as the construction equipment, particularly the bulldozers and excavators, worked tirelessly to clear the terrain.
Wingspan: 222 feet 9 inches (67.9 meters)
Height: 65 feet 1 inch (19.8 meters)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 840,000 pounds (381,000 kilograms)
Payload Capacity: 281,000 pounds (127,000 kilograms)
Range: 5,500 nautical miles (10,200 kilometers) with a full payload
Cruising Speed: 518 miles per hour (Mach 0.77)
Crew: 7 (pilot, copilot, two flight engineers, and three loadmasters)
Cargo Compartment Dimensions: Length: 143 feet 9 inches (43.8 meters), Width: 19 feet (5.8 meters), Height: 13 feet 6 inches (4.1 meters)]
It felt as if Vincent fell in love with the C-5 Galaxy at first sight. The specifications were impressive, showcasing the aircraft's unparalleled capacity to transport massive amounts of equipment and supplies over long distances. This was exactly what Ferm needed to maintain its strategic importance, not just as a defensive stronghold, but as a logistical hub capable of supporting extensive operations far beyond.
Without hesitation, Vincent authorized the purchase, watching as 100,000 gold coins were deducted from his remaining funds. It was swiftly transferred to his inventory but he doesn't have a plan on placing them just yet. He'll wait once the airfield and the hangars are constructed completely.