nucmednet Chapter 890: Small-scale Raid on Yamaguchi City
Chapter 890: Small-scale Raid on Yamaguchi City
When Liang Sheng reported to Stein the unusual situation that the communication troops could not capture any communication traces of the Fuso army, an unusual atmosphere permeated the entire command center.
Stein sat behind his large desk, tapping his fingers lightly on the table, his eyes gleaming with thought.
"It's getting more and more interesting." Stein sneered, as if he had seen through the enemy's tricks. "Abe Hidenori, the Fuso commander, is a guy who doesn't play by the rules."
He stood up, paced around the room with his hands behind his back, and continued, "Although giving up electronic communications is much less convenient, it can effectively prevent the location from being exposed. This move is quite ingenious."
Liang Sheng nodded and agreed: "That's right, sir. We originally thought that with the advanced communication technology, we could easily grasp the enemy's movements, but we didn't expect them to do the opposite."
Stein stopped and turned around, his eyes flashing with determination. "However, this is also our opportunity. Since they have given up electronic communications, it means that we can gain an advantage in certain aspects."
He walked to the map, pointed to the locations of Toyota Prefecture and Yamaguchi City and said, "The SKELETON DIVISION will set out tomorrow morning and continue to advance towards Toyota Prefecture. But after reaching Toyota Prefecture, do not stop, change course and go straight to Yamaguchi City. I want to see if the enemy has really set up an ambush there."
He looked at Liang Sheng and issued a new order: "At the same time, the communications troops continue to remain highly vigilant and pay close attention to any possible communication signals. Although the enemy may not use electronic communications, we cannot take it lightly."
Liang Sheng immediately accepted the order: "Yes, sir! We will do our best to ensure smooth communication."
Stein nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination: "If the enemy is not in Yamaguchi City, it means our guess is correct - they are trying to slow down our offensive rhythm by dispersing their forces and harassing us. But no matter how cunning they are, we will crack them one by one and finally defeat them completely!"
In fact, Abe Hidenori, the unconventional Fuso commander, actually gave up all means of electronic communication in order to prevent China from capturing their coordinates through special means.
The entire Fuso army now relies on an extremely primitive means, carrier pigeons, to deliver messages. Although it is certainly not as convenient as electronic communications, it can effectively prevent the location from being exposed.
The next morning, the first rays of sunlight penetrated the mist and shone on the positions of the SKELETON DIGESTIAN, which was ready to go. With the order given by Division Commander Ike, the huge mechanical beast of the SKELETON DIGESTIAN slowly started up, the roar resounded through the sky, and it began its journey to Toyota County.
The engineering troops were busy at the front line, wearing camouflage uniforms and holding tools, and under Ike's personal command, they were carrying out emergency repairs on damaged bridges along the way. Sweat was dripping down their cheeks.
"Hurry! Faster! Our brothers are waiting to cross the bridge!" Ike's voice came through the loudspeaker, inspiring every engineer. Under his supervision, bridges quickly restored their traffic capacity, paving the way for the subsequent armored forces.
The 1st Panzergrenadier Regiment, as the vanguard, was the first to cross the repaired bridge, and their tanks and armored vehicles rolled forward like a steel torrent. However, just as they approached Toyota County, an accident occurred.
"Report to the division headquarters, a small group of enemy troops have been spotted near Toyota County, and they are harassing us!" The commander of the 1st Armored Grenadiers Regiment reported the situation hastily via the radio. On the screen, several enemy squads flashed in various directions like ghosts, using the terrain advantage to launch flexible attacks.
Ike made a quick judgment: "Ignore these attacks, their purpose is just to delay us. Tell the brothers on the front line to maintain formation and continue to move towards the original destination." His words revealed unquestionable majesty and determination.
After receiving the order, the soldiers of the 1st Panzergrenadier Regiment did not hesitate at all. They stepped on the accelerator, and the tank guns and machine guns fired at the same time, carrying out a short suppressive fire on the enemy. However, these small groups of enemy troops quickly withdrew from the battlefield as if they had agreed in advance, leaving behind only a mess and hundreds of enemy corpses.
"We have killed hundreds of enemies without causing any serious casualties to our side. But remember, our target is Yamaguchi City, and these small groups of enemy troops are nothing but clowns." Ike informed the entire army of the battle situation via radio in the division headquarters and once again emphasized the importance of the mission.
As the 1st Armored Grenadier Regiment continued to advance, other troops of the SS Division also crossed the bridge one after another. They maintained a high degree of vigilance and strict formation, heading towards Toyota Prefecture and even further Yamaguchi City.
Outside the west gate of Toyota County, the large army of the Skeleton Division stood like a steel forest.
"Commander, do we need to go into the city to search for traces of the enemy?" An adjutant stepped forward to ask, with a hint of caution in his tone.
Ike shook his head, his eyes deep: "No need, our target is Yamaguchi City, not wasting time here. Let's rest here, and in two hours, we will all head to Yamaguchi City." His voice was steady and powerful, revealing his unquestionable determination.
At the same time, in the mountains not far away, Abe Hideki was holding a telescope, quietly observing the every move of the SS Division.
"The enemy's formation is dense, it's a good time for us to harass them." Abe Hideki whispered to himself, then turned and ordered the signalman, "Notify the artillery battalion to harass the enemy with mountain artillery and mortars. Remember, move to another position immediately after success, and do not linger in the battle."
"Yes, General!" The signalman quickly conveyed the order. Soon after, the sound of artillery fire was heard not far away. Dozens of artillery shells cut through the sky and whistled towards the edge of the Skeleton Division camp.
However, as Ike had expected, these shells did not cause any substantial damage. Due to the long distance and the fact that the Fuso army did not conduct test firing adjustments, most of the shells fell on the open space and trees at the edge of the camp, stirring up only clouds of dust and debris.
"Distance: 2200 meters, direction: due east, counterattack immediately!" After receiving the report, the armored artillery battalion commander Feng Lian quickly issued a counterattack order.
But when he mobilized artillery fire to prepare for counterattack, the Fuso artillery unit had already evacuated in accordance with Abe Hidenori's orders and disappeared into the vast mountains and forests.
Division Commander Ike looked calm. He slowly turned around and said to the adjutant beside him, "Don't pay attention to their harassment. This is just the enemy's delaying tactic. We must maintain our composure and continue to advance after we have finished our repairs."
As time went by, the sun gradually set in the west, and the sky was dyed with a faint orange-red. Ike stood at the edge of the camp, staring at the road ahead leading to Yamaguchi City.
At this moment, a captain of the engineering corps came running over and reported nervously: "Division Commander, it's bad! Another bridge leading to Yamaguchi City has been blown up! Judging from the situation on the scene, it will take at least two days to repair this bridge."
Hearing this, Ike frowned, and a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes. He was silent for a moment, as if he was thinking about something.
Then Ike spoke slowly: "These hidden Fuso troops are like flies, buzzing and disgusting. But the more they do this, the more they are afraid of our advance. Pass the order and let all troops prepare for a night march. We must find other ways to bypass this bridge and continue to advance towards Yamaguchi City!"