Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 309 Actions from all parties

"Commander, Commander, good news!" Zhang Haoshan held the latest telegram from the Fen County Command in his hand.

"The division commander is truly amazing. According to Tang Xiaohu's report, they successfully lured more than half of the Japanese troops and all the puppet troops out of Fen County by using the strategy of encircling and attacking reinforcements." Zhang Haoshan still couldn't believe it.

More than half of the troops were transferred out just like that.

"Commander, Fen County is now a piece of cake for us, we can take it easily!" Zhang Haoshan shouted excitedly.

This record is simply amazing.

"That's really good news! I never expected Tang Xiaohu and his team to give us such a big surprise!" Tang Weiguo exclaimed upon hearing the news.

Commander, I have no idea what those little devils were thinking. It's like even God is helping us.

"Alright, send a telegram back to Tang Xiaohu. Be cautious with the remaining garrison and do not be careless in any way. Make sure to capture Fenxian County."

"Also, pay attention to the security of the Japanese arsenal. We're making such a big fuss this time, not for a small county town like Fenxian."

Tell Tang Xiaohu to make sure the armory is safe, and not let the Japanese devils get desperate and blow it up.

"Yes."

"Also, tell Tang Xiaohu to arrange the transportation task and transport this batch of weapons and equipment safely to the brigade headquarters as soon as possible."

"Yes."

"In addition, Tang Xiaohu's side has started fighting. I estimate that the Japanese Taiyuan Command will soon realize that it was our Independent Division that made the move."

"The Japanese will definitely make a move next."

"Notification: Third Brigade and Garrison Brigade, closely monitor the movements of the Japanese and prepare for a tough battle."

Yes, Commander, I will give the order immediately.

After saying that, Zhang Haoshan left immediately.

Tang Weiguo remained standing on the war sand table, constantly mentally rehearsing the battlefield situation.

Just as Tang Weiguo had predicted, when the Japanese Taiyuan Command received intelligence about the attack on Fenxian County, they immediately concluded that it was the Wolongshan Independent Brigade that was behind it.

"Baka yarou!" Tsuchiya Shota, the highest-ranking officer of the Taiyuan Command, slammed his fist on the table.

"What are you doing? The Independent Brigade is making such a big move, and you didn't get any useful intelligence beforehand." Tsuchiya Shota said angrily.

"Commander, the Independent Brigade's attack on Fenxian County must be for our armory located there."

"Our top priority is to send troops to support Fenxian County and ensure the safety of the armory," a Japanese staff officer said, standing up.

"Commander, according to the report from Fen County, the main force of the Independent Brigade is currently in Fen County. Therefore, the Independent Brigade in Wolong Mountain must be weak. We can split our forces into two groups, one to support Fen County and the other to attack the Independent Brigade's base in Wolong Mountain."

"There's a strategy in Sun Tzu's Art of War called 'Besieging Wei to Rescue Zhao.' Today, we're going to use this strategy meant for the Chinese to teach them a lesson," another Japanese staff officer said menacingly.

"Alright, we'll do as you say. Send troops to begin the operation immediately."

"Send a telegram to the Fenxian Garrison Command, instructing them to hold the county seat and safeguard the armory."

"In dire circumstances, they may be allowed to detonate the armory."

"We can't let the ammunition depot fall into the hands of the Independent Brigade again."

In addition, the Yamamoto Regiment in Wolongshan County was notified to immediately launch an attack on Wolongshan.

"Hay."

Following Tsuchiya Shota's order, all the Japanese troops in northern Shanxi were mobilized.

In a short time, intelligence about the large-scale mobilization of the Japanese troops reached the desks of various bigwigs.

On the banks of the Yellow River, at the temporary headquarters of the Second War Zone.

Yan Laoxi was awakened by Staff Officer Chu.

Commander Yan, all the Japanese troops in the entire northern Shanxi region have been mobilized.

"What? The Japanese are preparing to launch an attack? Order the troops in the defensive area to closely monitor the Japanese movements." Commander Yan immediately issued the order.

"Why haven't we heard anything from the intelligence department? Why did the Japanese suddenly launch an operation? What is their motive?" Yan Laoxi asked.

"Commander Yan, I think it's a big move by the Independent Brigade."

We ordered them to sabotage the Japanese arsenal in Fen County, and it seems that this is their operation.

"Moreover, based on the Japanese army's marching route, they are all heading towards Fen County. I believe that the Independent Brigade is attacking Fen County town," Staff Officer Chu speculated based on intelligence.

"Why didn't they report their battle plan?" Yan Laoxi asked, somewhat displeased.

"They are, after all, troops from our Second War Zone!"

"Commander Yan, their reply was that it was for secrecy. And to prevent the Japanese from stealing intelligence, only a few of us core personnel knew about the order to sabotage the arsenal in Fen County."

"This way we can achieve the highest level of secrecy."

"So far, the results are good. The Japanese did not obtain any useful intelligence before the Independent Brigade's attack." Hearing Staff Officer Chu say this, Yan Laoxi's expression improved slightly.

"Judging from the size of the Japanese commotion, it seems that the Japanese garrison in Fen County is in grave danger."

"Since it was our order, it's not appropriate to leave the independent brigade to fight alone."

"Order all troops along the route the Japanese troops are passing through to block them within the defense zone."

"Any negligence will be dealt with according to military law."

"Yes."

As he spoke, Staff Officer Chu immediately made arrangements for the battle.

"It seems the Independent Brigade has become quite formidable. I wonder if it will ultimately become a weapon in my hands, or a sword that wounds me," Yan Laoxi muttered to himself, looking at the map.

On the other side, the Eighth Route Army Headquarters in northern Shaanxi also issued the same order: all Eighth Route Army defense zones must block enemy reinforcements.

In a short time, all the troops in the entire northern Shanxi region were mobilized.

"That kid Tang Weiguo from the Independent Brigade is something else. I just finished being his teacher, and he's already got me all mobilized," the brigade commander grumbled.

"Order each regiment to hold back the Japanese reinforcements in their respective defense zones."

"Yes."

On the front lines of Fen County, Tang Xiaohu and his troops had successfully secured the outer perimeter positions. Their artillery units were gradually clearing out the firing points on the city walls based on reconnaissance data from the front.

Commander, urgent telegram from division headquarters.

"read."

"The division headquarters has ordered that the safety of the Fenxian arsenal must be ensured."

"okay, I get it."

"Wang Xing, you immediately order the intelligence team that is lurking in the city to launch a surprise attack on the Japanese county headquarters."

"Once the Japanese county headquarters is captured, the Japanese will inevitably fall into command chaos."

"At this time, you should seize the opportunity to occupy the Japanese arsenal."

"I have only one request: ensure the safety of my armory, regardless of casualties."

"This is a direct order."

"Can you complete it?" Tang Xiaohu asked seriously.

"Yes, Commander. The intelligence department guarantees the mission will be completed." After saying that, Wang Xing used his personal radio to contact the action team of the city's intelligence department.

"How's it going in the mountaintop village?"

"Commander, the Japanese soldiers in the mountain village have all been wiped out, and the remaining puppet troops have all surrendered and are now being guarded by the Eighth Route Army."

"The main force is currently heading towards Fenxian County."

"However, judging from our current progress, the battle will probably be over by the time they arrive," Shen Lei said.

"Yes, organize the next round of arms transport immediately. As for the supplies in the county town, inform Staff Officer Chen to hand them over to the Eighth Route Army. We only need the military supplies."

"yes ."

"By the way, send a telegram to Niu Dali and tell him to search all the wealthy families in the county who have surrendered to the Japanese, based on the intelligence from the intelligence office. Don't leave them a single silver dollar."

"Yes."