Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 25 Ambush on the Japanese

On the other side, the Japanese transport team stationed in Wangjiazhuang had just finished their rest and were preparing to set off.

"Squad Leader Gou Ri, order the troops to prepare to move out," Captain Sakata, the Japanese transport company commander, issued the order.

"Hai!" The squad leader named Gou Ri hurriedly prepared to run and inform them.

"Wait, tell the Imperial soldiers to burn all the houses down before they leave. The people of this village are awful. They dare to rebel against the Empire. They should all die! Burn all their houses down!"

Captain Sakata, having come to this village intending to enjoy the Chinese women, was shocked to find they had rebelled. Enraged, he ordered the entire village, young and old, looted and burned. Not only that, he ordered all the grain and money from every household to be collected, using the grain as military rations and pocketing the money.

"Go quickly and inform the company commander that the Japanese transport team is about to set off." A scout squad leader left behind by Niu Dali saw that the Japanese were about to depart and hurriedly sent his men to inform Niu Dali, while he led the rest of the men to keep an eye on the Japanese movements.

"Damn it, those little devils, they're so cowardly, they even burned down the village when they left," a soldier cursed angrily.

"Yes, these Japanese devils are utterly depraved. If even the King of Hell won't take them, we will. The regimental commander and the others are lying in ambush ahead." The reconnaissance squad leader also looked furious.

"We'll keep a close eye on these Japanese devils and make sure nothing goes wrong."

"It's the squad leader. Anyone who's been targeted by our reconnaissance company can't escape."

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"Reporting to the regimental commander, the reconnaissance platoon of the special forces company at the front has sent word that the Japanese are preparing to move out and are advancing this way. In addition, the Japanese will set fire to the village before they leave."

"Damn it, these Japanese devils!" Tang Weiguo said angrily, determined to teach them a lesson this time.

Without needing the reconnaissance squad to report, Tang Weiguo could see the billowing black smoke rising from the direction of Wangjiazhuang from afar. He knew without guessing that it was the work of those Japanese devils.

"Pass down the order: everyone take cover, prepare for battle, and avenge the people of Wangjiazhuang." "Yes, Commander."

"Oh, right, call Wang Fugui over here," Tang Weiguo suddenly called out to the communications officer.

"It's the regimental commander."

Not long after, Wang Fugui ran over, and Tang Weiguo asked, "How is it? Are you confident in sniping the Japanese?"

"Commander, ever since you gave this 98KAI sniper rifle to our sniper squad, the marksmanship of our snipers has improved steadily. Commander, I dare not say anything else, but within 400 meters, our sniper squad's hit rate is at least 90%. This time, Commander, you can be sure of our strength." Wang Fugui said confidently while holding up the sniper rifle.

"Good, I like your confident look. In this ambush, you must keep a close eye on the Japanese heavy weapons. I grant you the right to move freely on the battlefield and freely find sniping targets, but I have only one request: make sure the Japanese heavy firepower is brought to a standstill."

"Yes, Commander, I guarantee the mission will be completed." Wang Fugui accepted Tang Weiguo's order.

Having rested and regrouped, the Japanese soldiers resumed their journey towards Xikou. Several three-wheeled motorcycles led the way, followed by ten vehicles loaded with ammunition, food, and other military supplies. The convoy was flanked by guards on both sides.

As the Japanese convoy advanced, it got closer and closer to the place where Tang Weiguo had laid an ambush.

At that moment, the Japanese company commander was sitting in the car with his eyes closed, resting.

"Report, squad leader, there's a depression ahead, and the road is only wide enough for one vehicle. Should we send scouts to investigate?" Squad leader Gou Ri asked.

"No need. The Chinese troops are all at Xikou right now. They've been terrified of us and don't dare to come out easily. They don't have the guts to attack us. Besides, I'd love for them to attack us; that would be a great military achievement for us," Captain Sakata said expectantly.

“But, Captain, our Empire’s transport convoy was ambushed by the Eighth Route Army before, so just to be on the safe side, let’s do some reconnaissance,” said Squad Leader Gou Ri.

"Huh? You dare question my decision?" Captain Sakata looked displeased.

"Company commander, I dare not, but I still suggest it." The Imperial Army has a strict hierarchy, and Squad Leader Gou Ri dares not offend Captain Sakata, lest he make things difficult for him.

“Don’t be afraid. With the strength of our soldiers, we can easily handle even an ambush. Squad Leader Gou Ri, let me ask you, how does the strength of our company compare to that of the Chinese army?” Captain Sakata suddenly asked.

"Our army is well-equipped, our soldiers are highly skilled, and our combat strength is equivalent to that of an enemy regiment," said Squad Leader Gou Ri after comparing the combat strength of the enemy and ourselves.

"Our empire has the upper hand right now, so why would they randomly send a regiment to fight us? It's laughable," Captain Sakata said with a look of disdain.

"The company commander has thought things through much better; I concede defeat." Squad Leader Gou Ri bowed deeply to Captain Sakata.

Captain Sakata looked at Squad Leader Gou Ri with a slightly satisfied smile and gave the order.

"Order the troops to speed up their advance and get to the front line as soon as possible."

"Yes, squad leader."

Then, Squad Leader Gou ordered the team to speed up their advance.

"Commander, the Japanese devils are about to enter the encirclement," Tang Xiaohu said.

"Yes, we can hear the car. Tell everyone to let all the Japanese soldiers in before you fight them," Tang Weiguo said.

"How well are the landmines being laid?" Tang Weiguo asked again.

"Commander, you've asked me several times already, don't worry, there won't be any problems. This time, the quantity is huge and there'll be plenty for these little devils to eat." Tang Xiaohu wished the Japanese soldiers would come right now.

A short while later, the Japanese vehicles came into Tang Weiguo's view.

"All hands on alert! The Japanese are coming! Prepare for battle!" Tang Weiguo ordered.

Unaware that they had entered the encirclement, the Japanese soldiers were driving forward when suddenly, with a series of loud bangs, the three-wheeled motorcycle in front of them was blown up along with its rider.

"Attack!" Tang Weiguo decisively ordered an attack on the Japanese transport convoy.

Suddenly, gunfire erupted on both sides of the road, catching the Japanese soldiers off guard.