Age of Conquest Reborn

Chapter 984: The bloody battle in Duyun City (Part 2)

Chutian's ambush at the Longtou River Bridge completely disrupted Yamashita Fengwen's overall plan. The huge baggage convoy and artillery unit were in chaos for most of the night. At dawn, with the help of the morning light, the chaos was stopped, and then

When we came down, we were counting the losses and casualties. We were so busy that we didn't even bother to repair the Longtoujiang Bridge that was blown up.{}

The more than 90,000 Japanese troops gathered under the Xiyun Peak in Duyun, ready to go and put into attack posture. Today's breakfast is just dry rice balls that they carry with them. There is not even any food to go with the meal. The logistics convoy is blocked at the front.

On the south bank of the Yangtze River, fortunately, there was no shortage of small rivers and streams in the southern Guizhou area. Otherwise, the more than 90,000 imperial troops would have had to endure the scorching sun.

At 11 o'clock at noon, the commander of the 15th Army, Lieutenant General Yamashita Tomofumi, did not wait for the artillery, but instead waited for a telegram that made him feel the urge to kill. "According to statistics, after we were attacked by unknown armed forces last night,

The overall losses were as follows, about one-half of the supplies, and about one-half of the ammunition.

About a quarter of the ammunition was lost, and the artillery force lost 478 artillery pieces of various calibers, with more than 1,380 casualties. The water in the Longtou River continued to fall, and it was very difficult for the engineering regiment to build bridges. It is expected that

Within seven days, the artillery units will not be able to reach the front line of Xiyunfeng."

Yamashita Tombumi tore the telegram into pieces and hit the staff officer who sent the telegram in the face, "Ordering the captain of the 73rd Regiment, which was guarding the logistics and artillery units, to commit suicide immediately by caesarean section to apologize. The deputy captain took over his duties, and the Engineer Regiment

The commander of the regiment was dismissed from his post and replaced by the chief of staff of the regiment. He was told that the artillery troops must be allowed to cross the Longtou River before this evening," Yamashita arrived with a vicious order.

The staff officer, who was stunned and stunned, replied tremblingly: "Your Excellency, Commander, the captain of the 73rd Regiment was broken into pieces for His Majesty the Emperor in the battle last night. The captain of the Engineer Regiment had committed suicide by caesarean section before to apologize."

Yamashita Fengwen felt dizzy before he could take a breath.

These two bastards understood the current situation and found their own way out without being punished by the commander. They lost so much baggage and artillery, which affected the overall combat plan. They couldn't even find anyone to directly punish them. This made me very angry.

Unable to vent in his heart, Yamashita Fengwen took a big knife and couldn't find a head to chop off. He was so angry that he went crazy. When he turned his head, he saw that the staff officer who just sent the telegram was still standing there stupidly.

The guy with no eyes has not reported any good news since this morning. Yamashita Fengwen was so angry that he pulled out the golden-handled command sword given by the Emperor and ran towards the unlucky staff officer with murderous intent. As soon as he raised the command sword,

Communication parameters

Mou suddenly realized that he was going to be the target of His Excellency Commander's anger. He wanted to run, but his legs felt like they were growing on the ground. He was so worried that his legs wouldn't move. When he got anxious, his eyes darkened and he fell to the ground.

I was scared to death.

Yamashita Fengwen was also stunned. Everyone was lying on the ground. If you don't know the personnel, you can't be cutting with a knife, right? It's funny and annoying. With a wave of his hand, two guards came over and dragged away the unlucky guy who had fainted from fright.

After that, Yamashita Fengwen also calmed down. Even if he beheaded all the engineering regiments, it would not help. He could only wait for the artillery to come up before attacking.

In the city of Duyun, Lieutenant General Guo Huawen, the commander of the 19th Group Army of the Central Army who was paying close attention to the movements of the Japanese army, could not figure out what was going on. He sent the spy battalion that blew up the Longtou River Bridge and has not returned yet. If

The mission has been completed. It is impossible for so many Japanese troops to reach the foot of Xiyunfeng Mountain. It will take at least three or four days. If the mission has not been completed, the Japanese troops have already pressed into the border. After a whole morning, why are they still not attacking?

Things are strange. The Japanese are coming in a fierce manner. They can't come here to enjoy the mountain scenery, right? Not only Guo Huawen, but also all the officers at all levels of the 19th Group Army are guessing the Japanese army's intentions. At noon, the guards

Chi Zifeng, Commander of the ** Brigade of Xiyun Peak

He called and asked for instructions, "Commander, what is this little devil doing? He has been setting up a posture at the foot of the mountain all morning without firing a single shot. This is not intentional and disgusting. Commander, I request that I take a battalion of troops to kill him down the mountain and do something to him."

Guys, see what tricks the little devil is playing?"

Guo Huawen was startled and said hurriedly: "Chi Zifeng, let me tell you, just stay on the mountain. You will fight the battle. If a battalion comes down from the mountain, it will not be enough for the Japanese to fill their teeth. Remember, there is no order from me.

, no one is allowed to move, it is a violation of military law." Chi Zifeng smiled awkwardly and said: "Commander, that's what I said, don't you see how uncomfortable the brothers are."

Putting down the phone, Guo Huawen looked at the map puzzledly, trying to figure out the Japanese army's intentions. But he didn't understand. The Japanese were obviously ready, so why didn't they attack? It's impossible to encircle but not attack. They didn't occupy Duyun and go north.

If the channel cannot be opened, there will be no

It was even more impossible to attack Guiyang and besiege the city. The connection between Duyun and Majiang had not been cut off. The Japanese would not do such a stupid thing. After thinking for a long time, they could not figure out a clue, so they had to bring a full

I paced back and forth in the yard with doubts in my stomach.

The chief of staff of the group army came in excitedly. When he saw Guo Huawen, he shouted loudly: "Commander, Shi Jinsheng and the others are back." Guo Huawen was shocked. Only Shi Jinsheng could solve the mystery. "Quick, quick, let him come to the headquarters immediately.

"Commander, Shi Jinsheng is waiting for your summons outside the door," said the chief of staff.

As soon as Shi Jinsheng came in, he immediately stood at attention and reported: "Commander Guo, Shi Jinsheng, commander of the group army's special agent battalion, has completed the task of blowing up the Longtou River Bridge and returned to the team. Please ask the commander for instructions." Guo Huawen did not pay much attention to Shi Jinsheng's report. A man wearing the same uniform as the Central Army

The young colonel's obviously different style attracted his attention.

Seeing a lieutenant general, Chu Tian turned his probing gaze to himself. He knew that this was General Guo Huawen, the highest military commander defending Duyun City and the commander of the 19th Group Army of the Central Army. He stepped forward, stood at attention, saluted, and said: "

Report to Commander Guo, North China ** Division

Chu Tian, ​​the leader of the Special Operations Detachment of the troops directly under General Chang Tang Qiuli, is reporting to you, asking Commander Guo for instructions," his tone was calm, his attitude was neither arrogant nor arrogant, his demeanor was polite and generous, coupled with his young and handsome face, almost in an instant, he

Won the favor of Guo Huawen.

The most important thing is Chu Tian's identity, the troops directly under Tang Qiuli, that is, his close personal soldiers. A small colonel may not be in Guo Huawen's eyes, but the giant Vice Chairman Tang behind him

, who can afford to offend him, "It's Captain Chu. Welcome Vice Chairman Tang's troops to our 19th Group Army. Chief of Staff, Captain Chu has worked hard all the way. Please take your brothers down and have a good rest."

," Guo Huawen said very politely.

It was no small matter for Tang Qiuli's team to arrive at his place. Although Guo Huawen disdained and was not keen on participating in partisan disputes, and did not agree with the Chongqing government's approach of eradicating dissidents, he was, after all, the senior commander of the Central Army.

, he still knew a little bit about some of the inside stories, but Chairman Chiang was very wary and worried about Vice Chairman Tang.

The two men were at odds with each other and now openly fought against each other. General Zhang Zhizhong, the former director of education of the Central Military Academy and commander of the Songhu Theater, was suspended from his post by Chairman Chiang because he was too close to Tang Qiuli and violated a taboo.

His confidant has come down to him, what is his intention?

This Shi Jinsheng is really annoying. He went out to perform a mission and brought back such a big trouble. He offended Liu Zhi to the end. If he knew that he was connected with Tang Qiuli and used it behind his back, the consequences would be disastrous.

, thinking of this, the joy brought by Shi Jinsheng's completion of the task was diluted a lot. Furthermore, Guo Huawen still had many questions that he had to answer from Shi Jinsheng. Chu Tian was here, and many things were hard to say or ask.

After listening to Shi Jinsheng narrate the whole process, Guo Huawen was not as surprised as Shi Jinsheng was at the time. It turned out that there were so many twists and turns in it, and all the doubts lingering in his mind were solved.

Even then, their artillery and baggage troops were ambushed by the special operations detachment and suffered heavy losses. In addition, the Longtou River Bridge was blown up and could not be reached within a short time. Without artillery, the Japanese attacked Xiyun Peak.

He is seeking death on his own.

However, he also vaguely judged that this Chu Tian did not encounter Shi Jinsheng by chance, but seemed to come to him specifically. What was his purpose? Ignoring him for now, Guo Huawen immediately ordered: "Convey this message to Chi Zifeng who is stationed at Xiyun Peak.

My order is to use the time when the Japanese army cannot launch an attack to strengthen and improve the defense system, and also to improve the fortifications of various troops in Duyun City." If we don't make use of these rare days, it will be too low-level.

This Chu Tian still wanted to meet, and after meeting again, Chu Tian did not hide anything, "Commander Guo, our division commander's intention is very simple. I will stay in Duyun as a liaison officer to report the war situation at any time. I hope Commander Guo will provide convenience.

"This request is not excessive, and cannot be refused. After all, Tang Qiuli still serves as the director of the former enemy headquarters of the Military Commission. In theory, all the armies in the country are under his command.

Under Yamashita Fengwen's strict order, after forcing to death the two successor captains of the engineering team, the Longtou River Bridge was finally repaired by Japanese engineers on the afternoon of the sixth day. The Japanese artillery unit, jumping in panic, was the first to rush across the Longtou River Bridge.

, arrived at the Japanese military station at the foot of Xiyunfeng Mountain in the evening.

Yamashita Fengfumi was definitely furious and ordered the artillery troops to build positions overnight. Contrary to the tradition of Japanese troops never conducting night operations, he set the time to attack Xiyun Peak as the time when the artillery could carry out shelling. In other words, what?

At that time, the artillery began shelling, which was when the attack was launched. As for whether it was at night, the commander no longer cared so much.

There was too much time wasted at Duyun City, and he could not afford to delay any more. To Yamashita Fengwen's regret, the artillery firepower still did not reach his ideal density.

(To be continued)