Vanguards of the War of Resistance! Let's travel back in time together, classmates!

Chapter Forty-Three: Bloodshed and Chaos

Dragon King Temple Double Ninth Festival Banquet!

The heroes frowned slightly, thinking, "These Japanese devils are too stingy. What a lousy banquet they put on. They're just going to serve us a pot of wine and two small dishes."

"That's right, you guys try this wine, it doesn't taste like farts... Hee hee..."

The crowd buzzed with discussion, while Sasaki on stage scoffed, "The Chinese are so ill-mannered, hmph..."

Then he stood up, and Wang Yan, the captain of the puppet army, said loudly, "Please be quiet, everyone. Lord Sasaki has something to say." After saying that, he respectfully stepped aside.

Sasaki stepped forward, nodded slightly, and said with a smile, "Greetings, everyone. I am Company Commander Sasaki of the 38th Brigade of the 19th Division of the Great Island Empire. I would like to extend my welcome to all of you leaders."

It's a tongue twister, so be it. I didn't allow those words to be used, but I did it on purpose!

On the table for all of you is the renowned sake of my great island empire. Please enjoy it; it tastes wonderful! Hehe, could anyone tell me what this sake tastes like...? . .

The crowd whispered among themselves, "What does it taste like? It doesn't even taste like farts... You guys try it and see if it has any special flavor..."

Everyone shook their heads. Some of the leaders didn't even drink, just picked up their cups, smelled them, and put them down. After all, these people were all seasoned veterans and very cautious.

"Haha...good wine..."

"Huh?..." Upon hearing this, everyone frowned and looked over. It turned out to be Wu Ruhai, the leader of Camel Peak.

This guy stood up and said loudly, "Sasaki-sama's sake is indeed uniquely fragrant and has a long-lasting aftertaste. I am not very good at this, but I would like to ask the company commander for a few jars so that I can take them back and savor them carefully, haha..."

“Very well, I admire Wu Sang. Is there any other friend who would like to enjoy fine wine with me? I would be most pleased to do so…” Upon hearing this, everyone remained indifferent and ignored him.

"Haha... Ladies and gentlemen, there's a small matter I'd like to discuss with you all about today's wine tasting..."

"Hmph...the fox's tail is showing, isn't it...listen..." one person said in a low voice.

"As everyone knows, our invincible island nation's locust army has recovered all of the three northeastern provinces a few days ago, and the establishment of Manchukuo is imminent."

Now is a critical time when the empire needs manpower. Given your influence within a hundred miles, the brigade commander has paid special attention to our area and sent me personally to Wulongkou to oversee things.

We are preparing to form the Wulongkou Joint Security Team to maintain public order in the surrounding area and ensure a peaceful life for the people. We ask for your cooperation.

A commotion broke out in the audience, and suddenly a man stood up. "Hehe, I wonder who will be the commander of this security regiment after it is established, and how the troops will be allocated..." The speaker was Chen Jinshan, the head of Daheishan.

"Oh, well, the candidate for regimental commander can only be determined after the platoon leader reports to the higher-ups." As he spoke, he glanced at Wu Ruhai, who gave him a knowing look in return.

"As for troop deployment, all troops will first be reorganized at Wulongkou, and then they will be assigned to garrison in a unified manner," Sasaki said calmly.

"So that means all our men, all the brothers on the mountain, are now yours, right? Then what's the point of me being the leader? I might as well go home, take care of my kids, and farm... Haha..." Ren Yongqi, the leader of Laoye Ridge, laughed loudly.

Sasaki glanced at the audience and snorted, "This area of ​​several hundred miles is already the territory of my great island nation's Locust Army. No one can question the Locust Army's decisions..."

“What if we disagree…” Another hero stood up from the side.

A hush fell over the audience. Everyone turned to look at the two-meter-high platform and reached for their waists; the situation was on the verge of erupting...

At this time, Songjia Village had already been arranged according to Shangguan Yun's plan.

Now, apart from the troops that have been dispatched, Shangguan Yun can only mobilize a guard squad of 10 men, half a platoon of 10 men, and a heavy machine gun platoon, which is quite well-equipped.

Since the leader took all Hanyang rifles, the extra 10 Type 38 rifles were given to the fourth platoon, and the miscellaneous guns were given to the logistics platoon.

That means Shangguan Yun now has 40 men who can be mobilized, including 20 Type 38 rifles, one light machine gun, one heavy machine gun, and two grenade launchers. That's pretty good; their firepower is much stronger than a small Japanese squad.

Shangguan Yun ordered Lao Huang from the logistics department to load several horse-drawn carts with heavy machine guns, grenade launcher ammunition, and other supplies. Once everything was loaded, the troops were ready to depart at any time.

Suddenly, a communications soldier came running from a distance, fell to the ground with a "thud" as he got close, and shouted, "Quick, save the boss..."

"What happened...what's going on..." Everyone rushed over and helped him up, asking anxiously.

The newcomer, covered in dust, his clothes tattered and bruised, gasped for breath and hurriedly said:

"Instructor... it's like this... the Japanese banquet this time was indeed a... trap. During the banquet, the Japanese used the Camel Peak forces they had already bribed to intensify the conflict, and under the pretext of maintaining public order, they violently suppressed other mountain stronghold forces and eliminated dissidents."

The Japanese firepower was overwhelming, catching everyone off guard and causing heavy casualties. Only a few leaders managed to break through, and the fate of Chief Song is unknown. Please, Instructor, go and rescue him quickly...

After saying this, he fainted on the ground. He must have been running for dozens of miles and was so anxious that he was in a state of panic. Everyone helped him to the side to rest and looked at Shangguan Yun with burning eyes.

"Where is Yu Chaofeng?" Shangguan Yun roared.

"Yes, instructor. I just came back from Taipingzhuang. It's relatively quiet there."

"Take two scouts and ride fast horses to take a shortcut to the vicinity of the Dragon King Temple to investigate. Report back immediately if you have any news."

“Yes…” Yu Chaofeng turned and left.

"Brother Min is leading his men down the mountain, heading towards Taiping Village at full speed. I will follow shortly," Shangguan Yun said in a deep voice.

"Yes, brothers, follow me..." With that, the team set off.

Shangguan Yun remained motionless, his eyes fixed on the scene, lost in thought.

At this moment, a person ran over from a distance. Dressed in a light blue outfit, wearing fast boots and a black cloak, with gleaming eyes and a murderous aura, it was Song Xiaoyun.

Shangguan Yun stopped her and said, "Where are you going?"

"Go save my father..." Song Xiaoyun bit her lip tightly, her eyes red.

"Nonsense! Do you know how dangerous this is? There are Japanese soldiers and puppet troops everywhere. The enemy is numerous, has strong firepower, and is waiting for the enemy to tire themselves out. If you rush over alone, you'll just be throwing your life away. Go back..."

"No, I have to go save Dad, sob... Brother Yun... please... let me go... sob..."