Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 124 Reinforcements Finally Arrive

"Rat-a-tat-tat-tat." The sound of heavy machine guns rang out again from one of the positions, suppressing the attacking Japanese soldiers and traitors.

During the recent artillery barrage, the heavy artillery company commander hurriedly ordered his soldiers to relocate the heavy machine gun positions, preventing the company's heavy machine guns from being destroyed by Japanese artillery. This played a crucial role in the company's defensive position.

"Company commander, there are too many enemies. We can't hold out like this," the third platoon leader reported to the company commander while carrying a light machine gun and firing at the approaching Japanese soldiers.

"Third Platoon Leader, you lead a squad to attack the Japanese from the flank and slow down their advance. The regimental commander's reinforcements will be here soon," the First Company Commander said hurriedly.

"Yes, platoon leader." After saying that, the third platoon leader began to move.

"You guys come with me." The third platoon leader led more than 10 men and charged toward the Japanese flank.

"Soldiers, hold on!" The company commander threw a grenade, killing several Japanese soldiers who were attacking.

The soldiers of the 1st Company were fighting against the Japanese soldiers who were constantly charging up. The heavy artillery company kept shifting its positions to avoid being wiped out by the Japanese grenade launchers.

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"Commander, we'll be there soon." Niu Dali heard the burst of gunfire from ahead.

"Stop immediately, all personnel form combat formation and support the river mouth stronghold," Tang Weiguo ordered immediately.

"Hurry, hurry, hurry!" Niu Dali urged the soldiers of the first company to get off the vehicle.

"Qin Yang, you take a platoon and immediately launch an assault on the river mouth stronghold."

"Yes, battalion commander."

"The rest of you, quickly pack your gear and follow me."

"Commander, the artillery company is now in your command. Do not go to the front line immediately," Niu Dali instructed again.

"Don't worry," Tang Weiguo assured Niu Dali.

"Li Qin, contact the Third Company of the First Battalion and ask how much longer they have to reach the Hekou outpost."

"Yes, Commander, I will contact them immediately."

"Artillery company commander, immediately establish artillery positions. Scouts, immediately scout the battlefield situation. Do not wait for my orders; choose the appropriate time to fire."

"Yes, Commander." The artillery company commander immediately organized the artillery positions.

"Soldiers, fix bayonets and fight the Japanese devils!" Seeing that the Japanese devils had already rushed up to them, the company commander had no choice but to order his men to engage in hand-to-hand combat with the Japanese.

After the militia's ambush of the Japanese in Liujia Gou, Tang Weiguo saw the gap between the militia and the Japanese in bayonet fighting. So, Tang Weiguo focused on this issue and strengthened the training of the militia's soldiers in this aspect. Now, the bayonet fighting skills of the 1st Company of the 1st Battalion are no less than those of the Japanese.

As time went by, the soldiers of the company fell one by one, with a pile of Japanese corpses next to each fallen soldier. Just as the Japanese had completely occupied the river mouth position, the company commander heard the familiar bugle call to charge.

The reinforcements finally arrived.

"Charge!" Qin Yang led his platoon into the battlefield. The Japanese soldiers, who were just preparing to celebrate their victory, were suddenly caught off guard by Qin Yang's troops.

"Company Commander, are you alright?" Qin Yang rolled to the company commander's side with a tactical defensive roll, and in the process, he riddled the little devil who was about to attack the company commander from behind with bullets.

"It's alright, the Japanese can't hurt us anymore." The company commander's tense mood instantly eased when he saw Qin Yang. His company had finally held out until the regimental commander's reinforcements arrived, and they hadn't let the militia down.

"The regimental commander and Battalion Commander Niu have come to provide support in person. I've brought the advance troops first."

"Da. Da. Da." Qin Yang said as he fired at the Japanese soldiers in front of him.

"The regimental commander has come in person!" The company commander's voice rose several times.

"Yes, the regimental commander was careless and is directing the battle from the rear. The third and fourth companies will be here soon. This time, we will try to encircle and annihilate these Japanese devils."

"That's great, it'll avenge my fallen soldiers."

"Company Commander, you lead your company to retreat from the position and rest in the rear."

"No, I will fight to the last second," the company commander resolutely refused.

"No, this is the commander's order. Obey orders," Qin Yang said.

"Company Commander Qin, that position is now in your hands."

"Okay, we'll hold the line."

"Soldiers of the First Company, retreat with me." After saying this, the First Company Commander looked at the position, turned around and led the remaining soldiers to the rear.

"Report to the company commander, the mortars are ready."

"Alright, fire immediately!"

"Yes!"

"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh..."

The artillery company began firing shells at the Japanese troops, and an explosion immediately filled the Japanese camp.

"Baka yarou, retreat!" Upon seeing the militia's artillery fire, Staff Officer Ozawa knew that enemy reinforcements had arrived, and this round of attack had failed. He had no choice but to decisively order a retreat.

"Commander, I am incompetent and failed to capture the river mouth stronghold before the enemy reinforcements arrived." Staff Officer Ozawa immediately apologized to Tanaka upon his return.

"Ozawa-kun, I saw it. It's not your fault. The enemy's fighting strength was too strong this time." Tanaka Itsuki saw the militia's battle scene from the rear. They were all determined to fight to the death. It was one thing for them to be strong, but their weapons and equipment were also good. It was understandable that Staff Officer Ozawa's attack failed.

"Officer Ozawa, let's prepare to retreat," Tanaka Itsuki suddenly said.

"Commander, please give me another chance. I can charge again." Staff Officer Ozawa hurriedly volunteered after hearing Tanaka's words.

“Our forces are already insufficient. We only have one company and one battalion of puppet troops left, which is not enough for another attack.” Tanaka Shu sighed with his head down.

"Commander-in-Chief? Our Empire's warriors can fight again!" Staff Officer Ozawa said resolutely.

"Follow orders. Don't make any futile attempts."

"Hai." Staff Officer Ozawa reluctantly accepted the order.

"Staff Officer Ozawa, if there are more and more Chinese armies like the one we just encountered, do we still have a chance of winning?" Tanaka Shu couldn't help but become pessimistic about the future.

"Commander, I firmly believe that no matter how many Chinese troops there are, victory will ultimately be ours. Long live His Majesty the Emperor!" Staff Officer Ozawa's eyes were filled with fervor.

"Sigh." Tanaka Itsuki could only shake his head helplessly when he saw Staff Officer Ozawa.

"Correspondent, telegram to Commander Ikeda of Wolong County: A Chinese army unit is about to pass through Sanjiaji in Qingyun County and return to the Wolong Mountain area. This unit is extremely powerful and will be a major threat to us in Shanxi. Please ensure that this Chinese army is completely annihilated at Sanjiaji."

"Hai." The Japanese messenger began sending a telegram.

"Company Commander, it is I, Tang Weiguo, who have let your company down." Seeing the miserable state of the company after its withdrawal from the battlefield, Tang Weiguo couldn't help but feel a pang of sorrow, after all, the operation plan had its flaws.

"Commander, I hate those wicked Japanese devils."

"We persevered and didn't bring shame to our militia," the company commander said, moved by the regimental commander's words.

"You are all excellent," Tang Weiguo said sadly.

"Medic, make sure the wounded soldiers are treated properly," Tang Weiguo ordered.

"Yes, Captain."

"Company Commander, you all rest well. Leave the rest to me. Your mission has been gloriously accomplished."

"Yes, Captain."

"Commander, the Japanese devils are trying to escape!" Niu Dali hurriedly ran over from the front and said.

"Hmph, trying to run now? Too late. The Third and Fourth Companies have already reached their attack positions. Niu Dali, you lead your troops and immediately go after them and give them a good beating."

"Yes, Commander." Niu Dali accepted the order and directed his troops to pursue the Japanese.