Bright Sword: Japs, times have changed

Just as Li Yunlong expected, wars broke out in many places in northwestern Shanxi within one day.

When the 772nd Regiment took over the New nd Regiment's position, the Third Battalion Commander politely declined: "On behalf of our Regiment Commander Kong and the soldiers of the New nd Regiment, I would like to thank you, Regiment Commander Cheng, for your kindness. This is our position. As long as we have one person here, we will never withdraw from our position!"

The soldiers of the 772nd Regiment who came to negotiate were startled and continued to persuade: "Considering the disparity in strength between the enemy and us, I suggest that you all withdraw and let our 772nd Regiment take over!"

"I appreciate your kindness!"

The commander of the third battalion of the new second regiment said, "I'm sorry, I can't give the order to withdraw from the position! Even if I give the order, the soldiers won't listen!"

"You can't be stubborn at this time!"

The soldier from the 772nd Regiment changed his tone slightly and said, "Are you really going to wipe out the entire team you worked so hard to build?"

"I still say the same thing. I appreciate your kindness, but if you want me to order a withdrawal from the battle, I will never do that!"

The third battalion commander said in a resolute tone, "Our regimental commander and two battalion brothers are fighting the Japanese on the front line. If they ask us to withdraw from the battle and watch the show from the sidelines, how can I face him and his brothers when he returns?"

"This is the brigade commander's order!"

"sorry!"

As the two were arguing, the commander of the 772nd Regiment led his troops into the position. After understanding the situation, he said to the commander of the third battalion of the new second regiment: "I understand your feelings. How about this? Our 772nd Regiment will merge into the position. You don't have to retreat, but you must obey my command!"

"no problem!"

The third battalion commander agreed without hesitation: "As long as we are not allowed to withdraw from our position!"

With the addition of the 772nd Regiment, the situation on the battlefield was quickly reversed.

The powerful firepower forced the Japanese reinforcements to retreat continuously. Faced with the attack of the main force, the Japanese could only retreat to a safe area temporarily, leaving only Japanese corpses on the ground.

The Japanese captain, covered in dust, reorganized his troops and took a break to prepare for a new round of charge.

The Eighth Route Army was also resting, and some soldiers of the New Second Regiment risked their lives to collect ammunition from the corpses of the Japanese.

There was no other way. Kong Jie took all his belongings with him when he set off. The soldiers had almost used up their ammunition. If they didn't take this opportunity to replenish some, they would have to watch the next battle.

The same situation happened with the New 1st Regiment. Ding Wei had a strong army and only needed two battalions to block the Japanese in Erdaohezi.

The Japs launched a series of mortar attacks on the positions, unaware that the soldiers had already withdrawn from the positions.

The task of the other two battalions is to encircle the enemy from both sides. Since we have to fight, let’s do it quickly.

Ding Wei’s idea is very simple: interception is not the goal, elimination is.

This battle is taking place at our doorstep, with guaranteed logistics, so how can we not take ruthless action?

You can't let the effort be disproportionate to the reward, right?

The situation of the local troops was the opposite of that of the main force. They were poorly equipped and had few combatants. They could only fight and retreat, trying their best to slow down the advance of the Japanese.

In order to stop the Japanese from advancing, every possible method was used, including digging pits, setting mines, blocking roads, blowing up bridges, and so on.

However, facing the Japanese reinforcements that were ready to go at all costs, the local troops suffered heavy losses.

No soldier's sacrifice was in vain, they successfully stopped the Japanese advance.

The first to arrive at the battlefield were the mixed group of devils and puppet troops from Anhua County. Hu Zi and his men retreated in the rear, allowing the reinforcements to rush into the battlefield unhindered.

The appearance of the Japanese reinforcements gave Kong Jie a new idea.

He picked up the intercom and contacted Lin Qiang, saying, "Brother Lin, how about I take the New Second Regiment and seal the wound?"

"no!"

Lin Qiang decisively refused: "At least not now!"

"Are you afraid that the Japanese reinforcements will come and surround us?"

Kong Jie answered himself: "Don't worry about that. As long as we can make a quick decision, there will be no problem!"

Kong Jie knew that some soldiers in the first row did not directly participate in the battle. As long as he mobilized this group of troops and cooperated with mortars, the Japanese and puppet troops who came to reinforce could be dealt with in less than half an hour.

"Captain Kong, I know you're anxious."

Lin Qiang replied: "But don't be impatient."

Lin Qiang didn't tell Kong Jie why he shouldn't be anxious, nor did he explain anything to him. He just asked him to wait for the opportunity.

With Kong Jie's intelligence, I believe he will be able to guess the reason quickly.

In fact, Kong Jie’s thoughts were very obvious, but Lin Qiang thought it was not the right time yet.

Exposing all troop deployments in advance would be disadvantageous for possible subsequent battles. Only a small part of the reinforcements has arrived, and the majority is still to come.

As Lin Qiang expected, a large number of devils and puppet troops were also assembled in Laiyuan County and marched over, led by Miyazaki himself.

Zhang Ziben planned to take advantage of this opportunity to escape from the Japanese, but he never expected that Okamoto kept him in the county town on the grounds that he needed manpower, and he did not participate in this battle.

Lin Qiang had expected the Japanese to come out of Laiyuan County. When Kong Jie got the news, he instantly understood Lin Qiang's intention, and the unhappiness in his heart disappeared.

But whether it can reach the battlefield remains an unknown.

After all, passing through Daogu Mountain is not an easy thing.

358th Regiment Headquarters.

Regiment commander Chu Yunfei looked at the overall situation and thought this was a good opportunity to win over Lin Qiang, so he made a series of arrangements as early as when the battle broke out.

At this moment, all the commanding officers including him were still in shock. No one had expected that Lin Qiang could have such powerful strength.

Although he knew that Lin Qiang was sure to win this battle, Chu Yunfei did not want to miss this opportunity.

Upon learning that the Japanese were approaching, Chu Yunfei immediately gave the order: "Order the troops to prepare for battle. Once the enemy enters the firing range, no need to report, just destroy them!"

"At the same time, order the artillery battalion to prepare. Once you get the coordinates, blow these beasts to pieces!"

Fang Ligong was shocked when he heard these orders, and hurriedly opened his mouth to dissuade him, "Commander, you can't do that!"

"Without the order from the Second War Zone Commander, we are not allowed to fire the first shot. Have you forgotten what happened before?"

The last time was also because of Lin Qiang, but Chu Yunfei and the others didn’t know about it.

This time, it was also because of Lin Qiang that Fang Ligong dissuaded him twice.

Chu Yunfei never glanced at him again and continued to order Sun Ming: "Execute the order!"

"Yes!"

Fang Ligong wanted to dissuade him, but he heard Chu Yunfei say, "Soldiers are here to defend our country. I, Chu Yunfei, am grateful for your support, but I cannot bear to watch my country's defenses weaken!"

"Brother Ligong, our country is in crisis, and our friendly forces are suffering a great disaster. Tell me, should I lend a hand or stand aside and watch?"

Fang Ligong really wanted to say that you know the answer, but did he dare to say it?

"I don't think I should stand idly by, but..."

"That's right!"

Chu Yunfei said: "Since Brother Ligong also feels this way, then I, Chu Yunfei, must lend a hand!"