Sword of Light: I Can Summon the Fourth Disaster

Hearing the sound outside the door, the two were stunned. They turned around and saw that the gentleman had already entered the house.

The gentleman asked the two people who were already stunned, smiling while holding a cigarette, "From outside, I heard Commander Xiao's angry voice. What could have made you so angry?"

Hearing the gentleman's obviously teasing words, Xiao Zongmin's face turned bitter, and he confessed to the gentleman: "Sir, my entire third division has temporarily encountered a problem."

"I thought I'd leave it to you to decide after I sorted out the information, but I didn't expect you to be here."

"In that case, it's still my fault." The gentleman laughed and said to Xiao Zongmin.

Xiao Zongmin listened to the gentleman joking with him, and said helplessly: "I don't blame you, but I haven't figured out how to report to you yet."

"That's perfect. It's better to arrive at the right time than to arrive early. Tell me what's the matter. I want to see if there is anything else that can stump our Great Commander Xiao. Hahahaha."

The gentleman laughed and strode to the table.

Xiao Zongmin quickly sorted the telegrams in front of him according to time and handed them all to the gentleman.

After taking a few deep puffs of his cigarette, the gentleman put it out and took the telegram from Xiao Zongmin.

The gentleman looked through the telegram carefully, his brows furrowed more and more as he read, until he saw the last telegram and slammed it on the table.

"Nonsense! Pedantic!"

"The personal safety of our comrades and officers and soldiers was threatened. Why did you order not to fight back?"

Xiao Zongmin was startled by the teacher's sudden anger, and then he explained:

"Sir, I am afraid that many of the leaders in our Eighth Route Army are from temples. I want to resolve this matter peacefully."

"Xiao Xiao, look at this. They oppress tenants and use armed forces to enclose land. Are they still vegetarian monks? They are clearly a bunch of bandits!"

"Why don't you understand? Our comrades have all been tested. They are a group of people with faith. They will not tolerate such behavior."

"Why do we fight with arms? It's to liberate the working people. If everyone acts like you, then what are we fighting for? You might as well go home and sell sweet potatoes!"

"You have to remember that we are the people's armed forces. Everything we do must be based on the people. You, you. Why can't you think clearly?"

The gentleman became more and more excited as he spoke. Xiao Zongmin lowered his head, a look of regret on his face. He should not have doubted the beliefs of that group of selfless people.

It was they who worked hard and liberated the entire Dragon Country step by step. When did I take the wrong path?

"I think your comrades from the Third Division were wise to surround them and solve the problem outside first."

"Well, now while things haven't gotten to the worst, let's send a message to the entire Third Division in my name and let them do what they want!"

Xiao Zongmin looked up in shock at these words. If they received such an order, they would definitely cause a big uproar in southern Henan.

"Sir, this..."

"No problem." The gentleman waved his hand to interrupt him. "Xiao Lin, go send a message to the Third Division."

"Yes!" Xiao Lin walked out excitedly.

Looking at Xiao Lin leaving, the gentleman said to Xiao Zongmin: "Sit down, what are you still standing here for?"

Xiao Zongmin sat down obediently, looking willing to learn.

"We comrades came together to liberate the working people of the whole country. Although there are various problems, our comrades have not changed their original intentions."

"I have always been satisfied with your column's actions, because your soldiers have never looked down on ordinary people because of their backgrounds."

"Every time I receive a telegram from a local comrade, I am happy because your actions really show that you want to save this backward country."

"But today, I saw another side of you. So, I want to reassure you. If there is no problem with your actions, and someone is causing trouble for you, please tell me and let them come to me!"

"Sir, I understand. I promise that this will not happen again." Xiao Zongmin patted his chest and promised.

Looking at the young face in front of him, the gentleman felt a little emotional. Now the largest unit under the Eighth Route Army is in the hands of such a young man.

Although he has consciously split the team, there are still many problems on his desk every day, and he is under a lot of pressure.

"I've said before that the war against Japan cannot be rushed. If the progress slows down, you should also appropriately slow down the orders to the frontline commanders and fighters to give them a break."

Xiao Zongmin shook his head and said firmly: "Sir, the soldiers of our column are always on the alert to liberate the entire Dragon Kingdom and are racing against time for this."

"The day of revenge will come today!"

"Good! This is the momentum that young people should have. Just go for it boldly. If you encounter any difficulties, we will support you behind your back."

The gentleman clapped his hands in praise and whispered a promise to Xiao Zongmin.

Xiao Zongmin stood up and bowed solemnly to the gentleman.

"International Youth Column, Column Commander Xiao Zongmin reports to the Chief!"

……

Inside Hengshui City, reorganizing the Fifth Division Headquarters

In front of Fenglingdu was a huge map of Zhili. The red marching line on the map had gradually moved northward, but Fenglingdu's brows were furrowed, as if he was thinking about something.

After Ling Shuiyao came in, she saw Feng Lingdu standing there, staring at the map, so she closed the door quietly and poured a cup of hot water.

"When did you come in?"

Feng Lingdu's voice sounded from behind, startling Ling Shuiyao so much that she couldn't help coughing.

"Cough, cough, cough."

After finally catching her breath, Ling Shuiyao couldn't help but roll her eyes at him.

"When I came in, someone was staring at the map in a daze. Naturally, he didn't take us seriously."

Feng Lingdu touched his nose awkwardly when he heard that. It was indeed because he was too focused just now that he didn't notice Ling Shuiyao had come in.

"Ahem, I was so focused on my thinking that I didn't notice you."

Hearing this lame explanation, Ling Shuiyao rolled her eyes at him and said:

"Okay, stop using your lame explanations. Tell me, what is it that is puzzling our Master Feng? Talk to me and maybe I can help you solve your puzzlement."

Feng Lingdu reached out and grabbed Ling Shuiyao, led her to the big map, and pointed at the mark on the map.

"You see, our front is moving forward steadily in the entire Zhili region, but I have discovered a problem."

"We have a limited number of troops. After liberating an area, we will leave one or two companies to garrison and clean up the local gangs, traitors and secret societies."

"This has caused a problem. Our troops are getting fewer and fewer. Previously, General Huang applied to the commander of the Shanxi-Chahar-Hebei region to transfer three regiments to supplement our troops."

“But these are far from enough.”