Bright Sword: From Soldier to Brigade Commander

After he finished speaking, he pulled out a piece of white paper, slapped himself several times, and wrote a line of words with his flowing nose blood: "Brigade Commander Su has given me a second life. I will resolutely obey your command. I will declare my determination with blood. Zhu Ziming."

Zhu Ziming...

Su Fei really sympathized with him.

Lingchi, what is Lingchi?

Don't think that Yamamoto Ikki was just trying to scare him. What kind of evil things can't those Japanese devils do?

Su Fei really sympathized with him and was determined to help him.

Su Fei found a piece of white cloth nearby and cut his left hand with a dagger. Blood dripped from his hand and he also wrote in blood: "Zhu Ziming is a good comrade, not a traitor, Su Fei! On such and such a day."

Zhu Ziming took the blood letter and knelt again!

Crying bitterly.

This is a life-saving straw, which completely clears his name.

From then on, the poisonous abscess that had been weighing heavily on his heart was completely dissolved.

No, this is not just about saving his biological life, but also about saving his political life and spiritual life!

He has been suffering so much these days.

"I will never forget your kindness in giving me a new life. Commander Su, I will be your dog in life and your ghost in death!"

Su Fei helped him up. "Secretary Zhu, don't be like this. We are all revolutionary comrades in the War of Resistance, and we are good brothers. You are a good person at heart, and you were just coerced by the enemy. Don't worry, you will stay in the cavalry battalion from now on. As long as we eliminate Yamamoto's troops, all secrets that are detrimental to you will be sealed forever. Moreover, I can testify for you that you were just playing along!"

Zhu Ziming couldn't stop crying and nodded frequently.

The two began to develop a battle plan to use false information to trap Yamamoto.

After a while, several cadres came to report on their work. Seeing Zhu Ziming's red and swollen eyes, they were very surprised. Su Fei evaded the question and said, "It's nothing. We just talked about the independent regiment's scattered breakout. Recalling the tragic situation at that time, Secretary Zhu couldn't help but feel sad for the sacrifice of so many comrades."

Several cadres also sighed.

Since we want to assassinate Colonel Yamamoto, we have to take corresponding measures.

Su Fei told the troops that according to secret intelligence, the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army was about to launch a conflict with us, and we had to be prepared for any eventuality. Therefore, he painted numerous slogans with lime on the walls and trees of the garrison, saying things like "Oppose friction, persist in the war of resistance," and "Resolutely oppose a regression in the civil war."

Anyway, all kinds of slogans were pointing at the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army and the stubborn enemy troops.

Since we need to guard against attacks from the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, we must impose some strict military controls.

The purpose is to prevent Zhu Ziming from plotting and the Yamamoto special forces from launching a surprise attack in advance.

Su Fei personally instructed the battalion commander, company commander and platoon commander on how to take precautions and counterattack, communicate, and discuss what emergencies might occur and how we should respond.

The actual arrangement was to guard against Yamamoto's special forces.

Two days later, Zhu Ziming came to see Su Fei alone and put forward a special condition: "I request that you, Brigade Commander, come to my hometown."

This request is a bit weird.

Su Fei asked the other staff members to leave, and the two of them had a private conversation to inquire about the situation.

Zhu Ziming said, "Commander, if you truly trust me, please come with me to my home and make arrangements for my parents. That way, I won't have any psychological burden and can focus on perfecting the battle plan. I will cooperate with you in your work."

Su Fei looked at Zhu Ziming, this young and handsome young man, with too much condensed between his brows.

What is he worried about?

Is he worried that Su Fei will go back on his word and turn against Yamamoto after he wipes out his troops?

A piece of blood letter is really nothing!

Afterwards, you can deny it, or even say that it was written under Zhu Ziming's coercion!

Zhu Ziming's fate will only be worse.

Indeed, in the Eighth Route Army, the attitude towards traitors and traitors was extremely hateful, harsh, and even cruel!

In order to destroy Yamamoto's troops, save Xiuqin, and many soldiers and civilians who died in the Battle of Heiangle, and completely open Zhu Ziming's heart knot, Su Fei decided to take a gamble.

"can!"

Su Fei arranged the work very carefully and was prepared in case he was deceived and killed by Zhu Ziming. His instructions were so detailed that the battalion commanders and company commanders blinked their eyes and were full of doubts.

Su Fei said that he would go to the Independent Regiment to meet Li Yunlong to discuss things.

Then, without any guards, he and Zhu Ziming rode on horseback towards the independent regiment. They turned on the road and, led by Zhu Ziming, galloped for more than 30 miles to a village hidden among the mountains. The village was medium-sized and peaceful, having not yet experienced the war.

There were armed men trying to stop them, but when they saw Zhu Ziming they cheered loudly and came forward to greet him.

When they entered a house that was obviously beyond the reach of a well-off family, someone came to greet them and hugged Zhu Ziming, crying with joy.

There were several middle-aged people, elderly people, and a few children. Two of the girls were hugging Zhu Ziming and crying loudly.

In order to save face for Zhu Ziming and to hide his identity, Su Fei even introduced himself as Zhu Ziming's bodyguard. Zhu Ziming was a big leader in the Eighth Route Army!

Zhu Ziming introduced him to his family as just his best friend and sworn brother.

Zhu Ziming's family was also very welcoming to Su Fei.

After a while, Zhu Ziming said he had something to tell his parents and asked Su Fei to wait for a while.

Here, Zhu Ziming's uncle came out to chat with Su Fei. During the conversation, a little girl of about fifteen or sixteen came out to serve tea. She had picturesque eyebrows, a long goose face, and skin as white as snow, which was shining like fluorescence, which shocked Su Fei.

She claimed to be Zhu Ziming's sister.

No wonder Zhu Ziming is such a handsome guy, his family genes are really strong.

However, she was very wary of Su Fei and even had some hatred towards him.

what happened?

About an hour later, Zhu Ziming appeared and apologized to Su Fei, saying that the house was a mess and now he wanted to invite them to dinner.

As expected, there was a family dinner, which was very sumptuous. Not many people attended, including Zhu Ziming's grandparents, parents, two sisters, an uncle, and an aunt. Most people were very enthusiastic towards Su Fei, except for one sister who was very worried.

Zhu Ziming said today is his grandmother's birthday.

Su Fei was surprised. Isn't this rude?

He thought for a moment, took out the pocket watch he had seized from the Japanese army, bowed, and presented it with both hands as a gift.

Zhu Ziming's grandmother happily accepted it, which made his uncle and aunt jealous: "Baby, it's worth a lot of money!"

Zhu Ziming also said that today is also the birthday of his elder sister Zhu Zimo, which is a double blessing.

Su Fei glared at him. This guy, why didn’t you say it earlier?

After thinking about it, he realized that he had nothing to bring with him, so he had to take out a fountain pen that he had captured from a Japanese officer.

To hide his embarrassment, Su Fei boasted, "Zhu Zimo, what a good name! It's so profound and sophisticated. Let's toast to the east wind and be at ease together, with willows weeping and purple on the road east of Luocheng."

The one who took the fountain pen was the sister who had served the tea and was in a state of anxiety. After hearing Su Fei's words, she immediately raised her head with shining eyes, and then lowered her head shyly.

"Thank you, brother, are you educated? Not a soldier, ah, no..."

Zhu Zimo was so excited that he stuttered.

According to the actual situation, Su Fei admitted that he was a university undergraduate.

Zhu Zimo stared at Su Fei, shocked: "What a genius!"

The Zhu family also praised Su Fei for his literary talent, knowledge, and extensive reading, saying that he didn't look like a soldier at all!

Zhu Ziming's grandfather, father, and uncle repeatedly challenged Su Fei to a drinking contest. Halfway through the family dinner, the women left the table, and Zhu Ziming toasted them frequently.

Su Fei's alcohol tolerance is really not good, and he found that although today's banquet is quite good, it is a bit too strong, right?

Soon, Su Fei lost consciousness.

Later, I had a vague and wild dream.

When I woke up completely, the room was dimly lit, clean and tidy. It was pitch black outside the window. It was already midnight, and there was someone next to me.

But Su Fei was startled and quickly pushed the person away. It turned out to be Zhu Zimo.

She was wearing a bright red wedding dress, looking timid and with tears in her eyes.

"What's going on?" he asked loudly.

Zhu Zimo covered her face, not daring to look at him, and said in a mosquito-like voice: "We are married."

marry?

a bolt from the blue!

Su Fei asked repeatedly before he found out the truth.

It turned out that Zhu Ziming lied to his parents and sister, saying that he had agreed with Su Fei to marry his sister, but he was busy with military duties and did not have time for a normal wedding, so he held it now.

What Su Fei didn't know was that as soon as Zhu Ziming got home, he told him the situation. He told him about Su Fei's special identity as the brigade commander, and how he had been captured by the Japanese army and forced to become a traitor. He had been exposed and his life was in the hands of this brigade commander Su Fei. This Su Fei was very capable, and if he married his sister, his life and political career would be guaranteed.

For the sake of their beloved son and also satisfied with Su Fei's identity as the brigade commander, Zhu Ziming's parents immediately forced their daughter Zhu Zimo. Zhu Zimo had studied in Taiyuan and was very disgusted with arranged marriages. She hated Su Fei's threats to his brother even more, and thought he was a fool. She was unwilling at first, but later she agreed after her parents begged her on their knees. Unexpectedly, Su Fei spied out the origin of her name, which shocked her all at once. A bad guy, a big devil, and a soldier suddenly became a popular and satisfying prince charming.

"Brigade Commander Su, you have to be responsible for me." Zhu Zimo was shy and looked like a little bird.

Su Fei also saw the plum blossom handkerchief on the side!

Now that things have come to this, what else can I say?

Well, now that Zhu Ziming has the evidence on him, he no longer has to worry about anything and will wholeheartedly carry out the task of assassinating Yamamoto's troops.

But my marriage was a mess to begin with, and now it’s even more confusing. What can I do?

Is it necessary to withdraw from the Eighth Route Army Special Operations Brigade?

With a wry smile, he secretly made up his mind.

Call Zhu Ziming immediately.

Zhu Ziming arrived late, yawning, "What's going on?"

Su Fei sighed: "Now, you don't have to worry, let's get up and return to the cavalry camp."

Zhu Ziming hesitated for a moment, said goodbye to his parents, and set off with Su Fei.

Zhu Zimo pulled Su Fei's clothes and cried bitterly.

Su Fei could only persuade him kindly.

Return to the cavalry camp overnight.

The cavalry camp is in chaos!

It turned out that the independent regiment had something to discuss with Su Fei, but they couldn't find him by telegram or phone, so the cavalry battalion was dispatched to search everywhere!

They suspected that something had gone wrong with Su Fei and Zhu Ziming on the way and were extremely anxious.

"Brigade Commander, you, hahahaha, the brigade commander is back safely," the cavalry soldier discovered them and cried excitedly.

After Su Fei inquired about the situation, he apologized to everyone and said that he was actually going to scout the enemy situation.

On the phone, Li Yunlong, Zhao Gang, and even Xing Zhiguo criticized Su Fei fiercely, causing Su Fei to apologize repeatedly and admit his mistakes.

There is no way to admit it!

You have to write a 500-word self-criticism.

Li Yunlong kept nagging Su Fei for a long time, until Su Fei was so upset that he complained in a low voice: "Captain Li, you have to understand clearly that I am the brigade commander, not your guard!"

Li Yunlong was stunned and shouted even louder: "Fuck, you're showing off in front of me? What do you think you are, a brigade commander? I'm your parent!"

Political Commissar Zhao Gang quickly pushed him away: "Old Li, you're only in your early thirties! It's inappropriate to say that."

Li Yunlong chuckled: "Why not? I'm the head of the family, so I'm not qualified to be his elder brother? An elder brother is like a father!"

The storm is over.

At dawn the next day, Su Fei called Zhu Ziming out and scolded him in a low voice. "Now, what should I do with her sister? I already have a wife!"

Zhu Ziming lowered his head and said nothing, just sighed.

Su Fei was so annoyed by him that he lost his temper and had to let it go.

"Let's put it this way, your sister is also my biological sister!"

Discuss how to deal with Yamamoto.

Zhu Ziming immediately got into the state, with a clear mind and cleverness, and put forward very good suggestions and plans. After Su Fei's revisions, they were basically finalized.

Su Fei also included Zhu Ziming's honey trap into his plan!

Soon, Yamamoto received the news.

In a large Japanese stronghold over 50 miles away from Su Fei's cavalry unit and Li Yunlong's independent regiment, Yamamoto Ikki, with a stern and cold expression, carefully read the intelligence and asked his contact, "Deputy Section Chief Mizusawa, are you sure?"

The contact was a plainclothes Japanese military police officer, his chest puffed out. "Ha Yi, I'm absolutely certain. To verify the accuracy of the intelligence, I bribed the locals to enter the cavalry camp, observed their situation, and inquired about the situation. I also sent people to Zhu Ziming's village to conduct a secret investigation. The villagers said that Zhu Ziming's sister Zhu Zimo really did marry Su Fei, the commander of the Eighth Route Army Special Operations Brigade, but she returned to the Li family's army in the middle of the night."

Colonel Yamamoto angrily threw the information to the ground: "It's hindsight!"

Shui Ze quickly defended himself: "Your Excellency, intelligence is always lagging behind. This is an objective situation. Please forgive me. If we really kill Su Fei halfway, it will not make much sense. The Eighth Route Army Special Operations Brigade is very powerful. If we kill one, there will be many more. It does not conform to the rule of capturing the thief and the leader. We must annihilate their troops and cut off the roots."

Yamamoto Ikki's expression softened slightly. "This Su Fei, this Li Yunlong, have repeatedly sabotaged my plans and caused heavy losses to the imperial army. Their crimes are truly heinous. This time, we must annihilate them completely, completely, completely, and leave no one alive!"

The officers of the army were called together to discuss tactics, which lasted for five hours before they were finally decided.

Colonel Yamamoto was very satisfied: "We will advance westward from Ping'an County and chase the enemy for more than 200 miles. We must succeed in one fell swoop. First, we will eliminate Su Fei and the cavalry brigade, and then eliminate Li Yunlong and the independent regiment."

Some people asked what would be done with Zhu Ziming after the war, whether he would continue to be a traitor and infiltrate the New 1st and New 2nd Regiments.

Yamamoto Ikki's wolf-like eyes twitched. "Lingchi! And his whole family, his sister!"