Bright Sword: Technology is the primary productive force in war

Chapter 244: Staring at Yamamoto Ichi

Hearing what Zhao Gang said, Chen Yan's face became serious.

"Danger is everywhere? Old Zhao, please tell me in detail what is going on."

Chen Yan stared into Zhao Gang's eyes, reached for the cigarette box, and lit another one.

"Chen'er, during the month you were away, I was in charge of the headquarters' defense, so I had to go to the headquarters frequently to report and attend meetings.

Recently, the Japanese army has been acting extremely strangely. Yoshio Shinozuka has frequently deployed troops, especially in the border areas between the enemy and us and in the no-man's land. All military garrisons, artillery towers, and strongholds have been replaced by Japanese soldiers.

Do you remember the defense area of ​​the three Kong brothers at the junction of Hebei and Shanxi? Even this remote place was occupied by the Japanese.

Chen Yan thought for a long time before he remembered the three brothers of the Kong family that Zhao Gang mentioned.

At the beginning, Chen Yan went to Hebei and took down ten Japanese artillery towers in one night. When he passed by the three defense zones of this guy, these three guys didn't dare to say a word and just let him pass. They even treated the people they brought with them good food and drinks, which made Chen Yan like them very much.

However, Chen Yan quickly reacted and couldn't help but frowned:

"Places like this are guarded by the Japanese army?"

"That's right. And we don't know how bold the puppet army was. They dared to go to the countryside to collect grain without the Japanese following them, and they have even extended their hands to our base.

In the words of the commander-in-chief, everything is too weird, and there must be something wrong."

Zhao Gang glanced at the two of them and said, "Not only that, during this period, the Japanese army often took the initiative to provoke friction and frequently engaged in small-scale battles with our army.

The troops had just opened up the Yuenan Anti-Japanese Base, and our old brigade commander had just taken over as the commander of the Yuenan Column, but things were very difficult for him.

Originally, that place was not a strategic location for the Japanese army, but I don’t know what the Japanese were thinking. This time they actually fought us to the death. Commander Chen hasn’t gained a firm foothold yet, but he has fought many battles with the Japanese.”

The more Zhao Gang spoke, the more agitated he became. While eating peanuts, he became furious:

“Moreover, the Japanese seem to have noticed the headquarters and have sent heavy troops to the Nanwanzi area. Now, apart from Da Biao’s regiment, there are no other troops around the headquarters.

Because of this incident, I couldn't sleep for whole nights, for fear that I would suddenly receive a phone call in the middle of the night telling me that the headquarters was surrounded."

At this time, Chen Yan discovered that he hadn't seen Zhao Gang for a long time and he looked much older. Not only were his eye sockets sunken and his eyes dull, but he also looked a little listless. There seemed to be a few more white hairs at his temples, which made people feel distressed.

It seems that it is not easy for Lao Zhao to support such a big business during this period of time!

The charm of that energetic college student back then is no longer there.

Thinking of this, Chen Yan picked up the wine glass, his heart aching: "Old Zhao, I'll toast you. You have worked hard during this period."

Zhao Gang seemed to understand what Chen Yan meant and grinned, "Brother, let's not talk about this, it's all in the wine."

Chen Yan put down his glass and returned to the topic:

"Old Zhao, since everyone knows the situation at the headquarters, why doesn't the commander-in-chief send more troops to defend around the headquarters?"

"Hey, don't mention it. Because of this matter, the chief of staff and several other headquarters leaders and the commander-in-chief have quarreled to the sky. Some even said that the commander-in-chief is playing with fire.

But the commander-in-chief refused to listen. He said, if the independent column cannot defend against these Japanese invaders, how can Chen Yan still live? He should just find a crooked tree and hang himself.

Chen Yan: “.......”

"The leader really thinks highly of me!"

Chen Yan shook his head helplessly.

Zhao Gang also had a bitter look on his face: "In fact, I can understand the commander-in-chief's idea. During this period, the troops have been expanding their bases, integrating and reorganizing the troops, and they are very busy.

In addition, due to the unusual movements of the Japanese, many bases increased their defense forces to confront them, so the number of troops that could be idle was limited.

Chen Yan curled his lips and said, "I don't think this is the fundamental reason. No matter how tight the troops are, it shouldn't be difficult to withdraw two or three regiments.

I think the chief has fallen into his old habit again, pretending to be a big shot and being fearless."

When Yamamoto's special forces arrived at the Zhaojiayu headquarters, the situation was critical, and the commander-in-chief did this. No matter who tried to persuade him to retreat, he wouldn't listen. If Chen Yan hadn't arrived with his men in time, it would probably be time for the anniversary celebration now.

Zhao Gang covered his mouth and laughed, "You said that, I didn't say a word!"

Then Zhao Gang said with a serious face, "Chen'er, there is another very strange thing, I want to remind you.

"The old fellow Yamamoto Ikki has started to catch monsters again. A company under Cheng Xiazi was wiped out by him a while ago. Yamamoto's special forces are so elusive that they can't be caught at all. The headquarters is just anxious but has no clue what to do."

"Oh my, during the month I was away, Yamamoto still lived in Nagayoshi."

Chen Yan said viciously, but in his opinion this situation was particularly important.

This shows that Yamamoto Ikki, who was originally not allowed to smoke, must have been reinstated now.

In the entire Shanxi region, if Shinozuka Yoshio disliked someone, who would dare to use him, it must be the incoming Okamura Neiji. In addition, these unusual actions of the Japanese army showed that Okamura Neiji had already begun to lay out his plans.

Thinking of this, Chen Yan also looked distressed.

Time is too tight and the arsenal must have manufacturing capabilities as soon as possible.

Otherwise, the Eighth Route Army will have a very difficult time in the future.

Thinking of this, a hint of coldness flashed across Chen Yan's eyes.

"Listen carefully, my two brothers. Our independent column is shouldering an important mission, and time is of the essence. From tomorrow on, all three of us will be at work.

Now I would like to announce the division of work for the next stage.

First, select soldiers with outstanding abilities from the recruit camp and quickly form the Second Regiment of the Independent Brigade.

At all times, the safety of the headquarters is the top priority. One regiment of Da Biao is far from meeting the safety factor, so the second regiment must be built as soon as possible to take on the task of defending the headquarters.

Second, the rules of our old independent regiment require soldiers to train in actual combat. Those who have not been baptized by the smoke of gunpowder and blood are not considered qualified soldiers.

In the next stage, Lao Li’s mixed brigade will take artillery towers, strongholds and small units of Japanese and puppet troops as strategic targets, and hit them hard.

My soldiers, Chen Yan, must have the courage to draw their swords, and must die on the road to charge, so as to develop the warriors' spirit."

When he heard that there was a war, Li Yunlong's face was crooked with smiles.

"Brother, don't worry, if I don't beat the shit out of the Japanese, I will write the name Li backwards."

Zhao Gang said with a serious face, "No, the headquarters has instructed that in view of the current enemy situation, any military action must be reported."

Chen Yan waved his hand and said, "It's okay. If anything goes wrong, I, Chen Yan, will take care of it.

As for how to do it, Lao Li, you should know it."

Li Yunlong had a sly smile on his face and said, "Don't worry, I guarantee it will be done cleanly and neatly, and no one will be able to find any fault with it."

Chen Yan's eyes flashed with a gleam of light, "By the way, Lao Li, when you act, please pay more attention to the clues of that bastard Yamamoto Ikki.

This bastard took advantage of my absence and did something wrong again. We must deal with him.

You must keep a close eye on Yamamoto Ikki."