And thus, the first push began.

Fighter jets dipped and rose as they fired bullets into the mass of enemies. Explosions resounded as the bird monsters fell from the sky like rain. The fighter jets up front protected the cargo planes, doing everything in their power to safeguard their comrades.

The horde of bird monsters was eventually scattered. The jets on the left and right continued to provide aerial cover for the mission. The entire sky had become an enormous battlefield, resounding with explosions.

Aurelion continued to send out orders. "Squad two, get ready for the fuel dispersion!"

Whoosh!

Dozens of jets shot upward into the sky.

"Fighter one, ready and waiting!"

"Fighter two, ready!"

"Fighter three, weapons hot!"

Responses came as the jets got into position.

Aurelion took a deep breath and commanded, "All squadrons, reduce speed and disperse the fuel."

"Yes, sir."

The jets emptied their tanks, soaking the bird monsters. Covered in an unidentifiable liquid, the mon