Following the attacks and destruction by the reconnaissance company and the Wolf Warriors, the Japanese, under the iron-blooded command of Yoshio Shinozuka, also strengthened their vigilance on important places such as warehouses.

This caused great obstacles and crises to Duan Peng and Zhou Weiguo's actions.

Seeing this situation, Li Jingrong had no choice but to order Zhou Weiguo and Duan Peng to evacuate as well.

New 1st Brigade Headquarters.

Shangguan Yufei has been studying the damaged telegram that was previously seized from Yamamoto's special forces.

Now there are finally results.

Then quickly report to Li Jingrong.

Although Li Jingrong knew that Xiao Rizi had an advanced radio station, he had no evidence, and he needed concrete evidence to report it.

of course.

Li Jingrong also reminded the deputy commander-in-chief.

Now it is finally confirmed.

"Comrade Yu Fei, you are so amazing!"

"Report to headquarters immediately!"

"Also, please remind headquarters that, based on our analysis, Xiao Rizi's actions are definitely heading for headquarters. Please be sure to maintain security and prevent the infiltration of Japanese spies and their attempts to locate headquarters."

Shangguan Yufei, who was praised, responded excitedly, "Yes!"

North China Expeditionary Army Headquarters.

At this time, Okamura Ningji also received a telegram from Takeshita Shun.

After learning that Takeshita Shun had already pinpointed the approximate location of the Eighth Route Army's headquarters.

In order to solve this problem, Gangcun Ningci thought about it again and again and finally decided to mobilize a division to carry out a mopping-up operation.

Prevent the Eighth Route Army from breaking through and forming a large encirclement.

At the same time, he ordered Yoshio Shinozuka of the First Army to mobilize a division to form an encirclement with the headquarters.

Railways and highways were used to form a grid to cut and block the area, and then heavy troops were used to carry out a sweep.

This way.

The 8th Route Army was surrounded by two divisions.

There was also assistance from puppet troops in various strongholds and county towns.

At the same time, Yoshio Shinozuka also formulated Plan A against the Eighth Route Army to separate the 8th Route Army from the civilians.

Without the protection of the civilians, Yoshio Shinozuka was convinced that he would be able to annihilate these 8th Route Army troops.

It can be said to be coming with great force!

Gangcun Ningci didn't believe that the Eighth Route Army could escape under such encirclement.

To this end, Okamura Neji immediately gave orders to the commander of the 114th Division, Numata Norishige.

Let him lead his troops to reinforce the First Army and complete the mopping-up operation against the Eighth Route Army with the First Army.

"Hai!"

Numata Norishige responded loudly, "But... General, for the sake of some of the 8th Route Army, you not only transferred Colonel Takeshita Shun from the country, but also had him lead a commando team to infiltrate."

"Now they've mobilized two divisions of troops. Isn't this an exaggeration?"

"Although the Eighth Route Army inflicted considerable casualties on the Imperial forces, this was largely due to a surprise attack and the First Army's inadequate defense."

Okamura Neji glanced at Numata Norishige and warned, "Numata-kun, the 8th Route should never be underestimated."

"Although the Eighth Route has a lot of luck involved, it has repeatedly caused trouble to the Empire's rear. If this continues for a long time, it will inevitably affect the headquarters' plans."

"For the sake of the imperial plan, North China must be stable, so we must get rid of these annoying Tu-8 Road troops."

"Also, Numata-kun needs to pay special attention to one person."

As he said that, he handed over Li Jingrong's photo.

"This man is one of the famous generals of the Tu 8th Route Army. The First Army's repeated defeats are due to him."

"So, once we find this person, we must kill him with all our might. We will eliminate this person and solve this big problem for the army!"

Numata Norishige looked at the ordinary Li Jingrong in front of him and nodded in response: "Yi!"

However, there was still some disdain in his eyes.

Then he turned around and mobilized troops to go there.

As the daily routine progresses.

The Central Army and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, which had been paying close attention to the movements of the Japanese army, received the news one after another.

Everyone was shocked when they learned that the Japanese had mobilized so many troops.

They dispatched troops to conduct reconnaissance, intelligence gathering and other actions.

Just to find out what the Japanese intentions are.

As intelligence gathers.

Second War Zone Headquarters.

War meeting room.

At this time, the officers of the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army expressed their opinions.

"From the current situation, the Japanese are strengthening their defenses against our positions and do not seem to have any intention of attacking."

"Yes, this is also the case with my division's base."

"The tactics adopted by Xiaori are mainly based on caution, as if they are always on guard against our troops."

"Is this operation targeting the 8th Route Army? And not our army?"

"That's possible. The Eighth Route Army has repeatedly dealt blows to the Japanese before. Not long ago, they bombed the Pingzhi Airport, causing the Japanese to lose more than ten planes and hundreds of casualties."

"I guess they've endured this long just to gather their forces and formulate a plan."

“That’s a bit like it.”

"Judging from the deployment of troops throughout the battle, the target was precisely the Eighth Route Army's base."

"Look, Xiao Rizi is here, here... and other places have heavy troops deployed. The 114th Division's forces are deployed in this area, forming a large encirclement."

"It seems that the Eighth Route Army's base area is almost divided and surrounded. As soon as the main force of the Eighth Route Army is discovered, they can quickly attack and sweep it away."

"I'm afraid Route 8 will suffer heavy losses now~"

"That's right. This is the strength of two divisions, with armored vehicles and tanks deployed to assist. This is simply treating the 8th Route Army as the main force."

"Route 8 is now being pushed into a corner."

"..."

Listening to everyone's discussions, Yan Xishan, the commander of the Second War Zone, felt a little happy, but also a little worried.

He did not want the Eighth Route Army to be annihilated, nor did he want it to become too powerful.

After all, they are needed to contain the Japanese army.

Reduce the pressure on the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army.

The current situation is extremely unfavorable for Route 8.

Yan Xishan and others even seemed to see the scene of the 8th Route Army retreating and suffering heavy losses.

It may even lead to destruction.

Yan Xishan would not allow such a scene to happen.

This is related to the anti-Japanese situation.

If this really happened, it would definitely be a disaster for the Second War Zone.

I thought about it for a long time.

Yan Xishan had already made up his mind to provide some assistance if necessary to ensure that the enemy would not be annihilated.

of course!

In order to weaken the strength of the 8th Route, he did not plan to provide support in the front.

As for attacking, it is even more impossible.

However, the Eighth Route Army had to find a way to withdraw its troops from the territory they had previously occupied.

Otherwise, innocent people will be affected and their own troops will be affected.

However, there is no reasonable reason to retreat under the current circumstances.

He then gave his instructions and hints to each department.

The heads of various departments were all smart people and instantly understood what their commander was thinking.

Then quickly make arrangements.

358th Regiment Headquarters.

Chu Yunfei looked at the order given by his superior, his face full of helplessness and sighs.

Although he had predicted this outcome, he still felt sad when the order came down.

At the same time, I am also worried about the New 8st Brigade of the Eighth Route Army.

In this situation, if they all retreat, all the pressure will undoubtedly be placed on Route 8.

Can they cope?

This move of 1.7 by the headquarters is really cruel!

Hey~

This is our country’s national defense strength after all.

"Send someone to notify the Eighth Route Army so they can prepare."

"Yes!" Fang Ligong showed helplessness on his face, and then walked away.

He was naturally aware of the thoughts of the higher-ups.

Although I feel sympathy for the 8th Route Army, I can't do anything about it.

The headquarters of the Eighth Route Army.

The deputy commander-in-chief was also forced to end his inspection of the arsenal by the actions of the Japanese army.

Return to headquarters.

When the deputy commander-in-chief received the message from the First Brigade and the intelligence they had collected, his face became solemn.

"The Japs are really coming with such force!"

"The most important thing is to find the Japanese spy with the radio that Li Jingrong mentioned. Otherwise, the headquarters may be exposed at any time."

"That's right!" The deputy chief of staff nodded. "I've already notified everyone, but there's been no results so far."

"But our army cannot do without radios, otherwise we won't be able to coordinate our operations."

The commander-in-chief on the side couldn't help but frown after hearing this.

He had no idea that the Japanese possessed such advanced equipment and were using it against our army.

This put the headquarters in crisis.

"The current plan is to reduce the use of radios and hand over combat command to the divisions and brigades."

"By not having to make contact and setting a time for contact, I believe that should reduce the risk of exposure."

"However, the most important thing is to find these devices and spies."

The deputy commander nodded in agreement.

"That's right!"

"Just follow the instructions!"

"Yes!"

Immediately afterwards, the communicator quickly conveyed the order to each division and brigade.

New 1st Brigade Headquarters.

Shangguan Yufei came to Li Jingrong with a telegram and quickly reported the order from headquarters.

Reduce contact?

Should the combat command be left to the brigade to decide for itself?

This can reduce the risk of exposure, but at the same time a certain degree of tacit understanding is required among the various departments.

Otherwise, coordinated operations will not be possible and combat effectiveness will inevitably be greatly weakened.

It would be troublesome if we were defeated one by one by the enemy.

"Comrade Shangguan Yufei, is there no way to solve this problem?"

"Or is there any way to find the Japanese radio station?"

Shangguan Yufei had been thinking about this question for a while. After a moment's reflection, he said, "Yes, it is possible, but this will greatly increase the risk of our radio station being exposed."

Li Jingrong didn't hesitate too much and immediately ordered: "Search!"

"Nothing can happen to the headquarters."

"However, the brigade headquarters has a pharmaceutical factory, a field hospital, and an arsenal, so they cannot be exposed."

"Immediately move the brigade headquarters to the First Regiment and temporarily serve as the brigade command."

"Yes!"

Shangguan Yufei immediately went down to prepare.

At this time, Li Jingrong looked at Zhao Gang and Dongfang Wenyin and said, "I'll leave this to you."

"The Guards will remain to protect the base area. If necessary, they will relocate the arsenal, pharmaceutical factory, and field hospital."

When Zhao Gang heard this, he immediately disagreed.

"Brigade Commander, this won't do!"

"Your safety is extremely important. This is the boss's specific instruction, so you must bring a battalion of guards."

"Otherwise I don't agree with this matter."

"I believe the boss won't agree!"

Dongfang Wenyin also echoed the advice: "Yes, Brigade Commander, if the equipment is gone, we can find another way. You are the backbone of the New 1st Brigade, and the Japanese are targeting you."

"I agree with Comrade Zhao Gang on this matter."

"You must bring at least a battalion of guards."

Seeing that the two were so determined, Li Jingrong had no choice but to agree.

"it is good!"

Then quickly head to the first group.

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