Reincarnated with a Military System in Another World

Chapter 111: The Beginning of the Militarization of City of Ferm

Chapter 111: The Beginning of the Militarization of City of Ferm

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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.

"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.

As the last of the structures were demolished and the rubble cleared, Vincent's mind shifted to the next phase of the operation. With a swift movement, he accessed the holographic interface again, this time focusing on military infrastructure.

He began allocating 500,000 gold coins for the purchase of critical military infrastructure. With a few taps on the interface, Vincent acquired modular barracks to house the troops, ensuring they had comfortable and secure living quarters. They were equipped with everything the soldiers would need-sleeping quarters, mess halls, armories, and medical facilities-all within a secure perimeter.

Next, he moved to establish an airfield on the southern edge of the city. This airfield would be vital for maintaining supply lines and allowing rapid deployment of forces. The holographic map showed a vast, flat expanse where the airfield would be constructed. Vincent selected prefabricated runways that could be quickly laid down and reinforced with advanced materials, capable of supporting the heaviest aircraft. He also added aircraft hangars and maintenance facilities to ensure that their aerial assets could be housed and serviced effectively.

To support the airfield, Vincent purchased fuel depots and ammunition storage facilities. These were strategically placed away from the barracks and other critical structures to minimize risk in the event of an attack. The fuel depots were equipped with advanced containment systems to prevent any leaks or explosions, while the ammunition storage was fortified with blast-resistant materials to safeguard the vast quantities of munitions that would be stored there.

Vincent's focus then shifted to logistics. He allocated funds for the construction of supply depots and vehicle garages. The supply depots would serve as the central hub for all logistical operations, stocked with food, medical supplies, spare parts, and other essentials needed to sustain the base. The vehicle garages were designed to house and maintain their ground vehicles, from armored personnel carriers to supply trucks, ensuring they were always ready for deployment.

With the infrastructure in place, Vincent turned his attention to security. He summoned 200 soldiers at a cost of 200,000 gold coins, ensuring that Ferm would be adequately garrisoned. These soldiers materialized in the city square, fully equipped and battle-ready.

With all that completed, he checked if he had missed anything and he missed something. It was a radio tower and an industrial grade electric generator. So he spent 50,000 gold coins for the construction of the radio tower and the installation of the generator at the corner of the city of Ferm.

As for the military hardwares such as armored personnel carriers, tanks, helicopters, et cetera. He didn't hold back. He purchased five Abrams tanks for 175,000 gold coins, four M2 Bradley Armored Personnel Carrier for 80,000 gold coins, five Black Hawk UH-60 for 125,000 gold coins, and two AH-64 Apache for 70,000 gold coins.

That should be on par with the defense of Akarios Island. At this point, Vincent is still thinking about logistics, especially long-range delivery and transport of material. So he browsed his system, specifically in the aircraft section. And there, he saw a C-5 Galaxy-a strategic airlifter that could be the backbone of his logistics and transportation operations. The specifications displayed on the holographic screen caught Vincent's attention immediately:

[C-5 Galaxy Specifications:

Length: 247 feet 1 inch (75.3 meters)

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.