Chapter 44: The First Battalion Takes Over Defense
"Uh-huh!"
Yang Lin coughed twice and said, "Old Zhou, what are you talking about? The commander has been very kind to me, how could I use him as a shield?
I am offering Wanjia Town to the commander to repay his kindness, okay?"
"Besides, with the strength of our 358th Regiment, we are not afraid even if the Japanese send out a regiment of troops."
"So, the commander will definitely be happy to take over the defense of Wanjia Town."
Everyone's understanding of Yang Lin's shamelessness reached a new level, but they were all smart people and chose to see through it but not say anything.
Then, Yang Lin continued: "Okay, today's meeting ends here."
"Notify all the brothers in the battalion to pack their luggage, as well as various supplies and weapons. Everything that can be taken away must be taken away."
"We'll set off tomorrow morning!"
"Yes, Captain!"
Everyone stood up and responded, and walked towards the entrance of the command department one after another.
"Lao Wen, wait a moment."
Wen Peng turned around and asked in surprise , "Captain, do you have any other instructions?"
Yang Lin asked, "Are there any brothers in your former cavalry battalion who can drive?"
Yang Lingang had just obtained 10 military trucks, but none of the guys in Hongyunling could drive, so he could only find Wen Peng.
Wen Peng said: "Some brothers can drive, but their driving skills are not very good."
"As long as you can drive the car away, go find 10 brothers who can drive."
"yes!"
Wen Peng responded and turned to leave.
Yang Lin sent a telegram to the headquarters of the 358th Regiment through the radio he had just obtained, and then rode out of the city.
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The other side.
The headquarters of the 358th Regiment.
Chu Yunfei was chatting with Chief of Staff Fang Ligong in the operations room about some matters regarding the independent battalion's attack on Wanjia Town, and using a sand table to review the battle in the nameless mountain area.
At this moment, a communications soldier suddenly rushed in from outside.
"Report, urgent message from the independent battalion."
"Speak of the devil and he will appear."
Chu Yunfei smiled and took the translated telegram from the signalman.
"The Independence Camp has a radio station?"
"This must have been seized by Yang Lin in Qinghe Town."
Chu Yunfei said as he read the document.
He was so smart that he could see the deep meaning of Yang Lin giving up Wanjia Town at a glance. He couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a unique smile.
Fang Ligong, who was standing by, saw this and asked in confusion, "Commander, what did Yang Lin tell you?"
"Brother Ligong, take a look for yourself."
As he spoke, Chu Yunfei handed the telegram in his hand back to Fang Ligong.
"Commander, Yang Lin appears to be repaying a favor, but he actually has other intentions. He wants to use my 358th Regiment as a shield to help him stop the Japanese army that is coming to take revenge." After reading the telegram, Fang Ligong frowned.
"Brother Ligong, your analysis is correct. Yang Lin does have a hidden agenda. Even though he is young, he is very cunning and calculating!"
"Commander, if that's the case, then should we still take over the defense of Wanjia Town?"
Chu Yunfei showed a meaningful smile: "How can I refuse Yang Lin's kindness?"
"But... aren't we being used as a gun by Yang Lin?" Fang Ligong frowned again.
"No!"
Chu Yunfei walked to the wall where the battle map was hung, picked up a baton and pointed at Wanjia Town and the surrounding villages and towns.
"Brother Ligong, please see, as long as we take over Wanjia Town, the defense areas of several battalions of my 358th Regiment can be connected into one.
This not only expands our territory, but also can more effectively contain the Japanese and puppet troops nearby."
After a pause, Chu Yunfei continued, "Also, I wonder if Brother Ligong has noticed that the Japanese army's activities in the northwest of Shanxi have become more frequent in recent days.
Last time, if it wasn’t for Yang Lin and Li Yunlong’s New 1st Regiment that blocked the Sakata Brigade, then our 358th Regiment would have most likely become the next target of the Sakata Brigade.”
At this point, Chu Yunfei's face suddenly became solemn, and he continued: "Besides, if we want to defeat the Japanese invaders and recover our territory, we have to take the initiative to attack.
Simply tolerating and retreating will only encourage the arrogance of the Japanese invaders and cause our territory to be eroded bit by bit.
No matter what , we will have a war with the Japanese invaders sooner or later, so what's the harm in taking over the hot potato of Wanjia Town?"
"The commander has a far-sighted vision and cares about his country. I admire him." Fang Ligong had no objection and praised Chu Yunfei. He then asked, "But which battalion should we send to garrison Wanjia Town?"
Chu Yunfei thought for a moment and said, "The storm is coming, and we must send an elite force to Wanjia Town for garrison. Therefore, only Qian Bojun's battalion can take on this important task."
"Well, Commander, you make sense!"
Fang Ligong nodded in agreement.
Although Qian Bojun's 1st Battalion was only a battalion-level organization, it was a super reinforced battalion with a total strength of more than 2,000 people, and was equipped with a large number of light and heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, mortars and other heavy weapons.
The strength of Qian Bojun's troops is completely comparable to two regiments of other troops, and even stronger.
"Sun Ming!"
"have!"
"Call Qian Bojun right away and order him to get ready and take his first battalion to Wanjia Town tomorrow morning! Also, send a telegram to the independent battalion, stating that the first battalion will go to Wanjia Town to take over the defense tomorrow morning!"
"yes!"
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The scene returns to Wanjia Town.
Independent camp station.
As soon as Yang Lin came back from outside the city, Wen Peng hurried over with 10 soldiers who could drive.
"Captain, I have brought the person to you."
"Commander!"
"Commander!"
The soldiers stood at attention with their chests puffed out and raised their hands to salute Yang Lin.
"Um."
Yang Lin nodded with satisfaction: "Lao Wen, there is nothing for you to do here. I will give you half a night off. Go back and take care of your housework."
"However, you must return to the base before 5 a.m. tomorrow!"
"yes!"
Wen Peng was extremely delighted. He saluted Yang Lin, then swung his legs and disappeared.
"Jinlian! I'm here, hahaha!"
…
"The regiment commander has allocated 10 military vehicles to our independent battalion. These military vehicles are currently outside the city. Follow me to take over and set off!"
Yang Jing glanced at the 10 soldiers in front of him, briefly explained their mission, then mounted his horse and led them out of the city.
