Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 49: Brother Ligong, do you have any ideas?

If some reinforcements came at this time, there would be a chance to defeat these Japanese invaders.

Left wing.

The 120th Division, the main force of the th Group Army, was under the command of the deputy commander-in-chief of the Eighth Route Army.

The Japanese offensive is being delayed in the southwestern mountains of Shenchi and Ningwu.

Song Shilun's detachment tried its best to destroy bridges, roads, and power lines in the Yanmen Pass, Daiyue Town, and Huairen areas, and attacked small Japanese units.

Li (Jingquan) Detachment tailed the Japanese troops advancing southward between Liminbao, Shenchi and Bajiaobao areas, harassing them and delaying their southward advance.

But these battles reduced the pressure on Yang Aiyuen's Sixth Army.

It has no direct relationship with Chu Yunfei and the 358th Regiment.

Take a look at the overall situation on the battlefield.

Chu Yunfei thought about it.

Among the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, only Chen Changjie's 61st Army currently has spare strength to deploy troops.

The main force of the 115th Division of the Eighth Route Army.

Perhaps we can also take the initiative to attack Fanzhisi County and Shahe Town.

To tie down the forces of the Japanese Fifth Division.

But how could I possibly command these two giant Buddhas?

Think again and again.

He simply sent a telegram to the headquarters of the commander-in-chief of the Second War Zone.

Let Yan Laoxi worry about his own headache.

Chu Yunfei also asked the third battalion commander Luo Weiguo to leave a company of troops to garrison outside the key commanding heights of the road.

The remaining troops withdrew and went to Huaqiao Village to wait for orders.

386 Brigade.

Brigade Headquarters.

Brigade Commander Chen, who had just finished a combat meeting, saw a telegram sent by the 358th Regiment and the Second War Zone Commander's Headquarters.

One letter was a commendation, and the other was from Chu Yunfei, representing the 358th Regiment, expressing gratitude for their support.

Brigade Commander Chen smiled and handed the telegram in his hand to Political Commissar Chen and others standing beside him: "Take a look, this Chu Yunfei is quite interesting."

"Old Chen, is this an attempt to establish a friendship with you?"

Brigade Commander Chen laughed and said, "This guy is not simple. He is not thinking about getting along well with us at this moment."

"Old Chen, do you mean those more than a thousand Japanese soldiers?"

Deputy Brigade Commander Chen said solemnly: "Given the current gap in combat power between the enemy and us, if we really engage in a blocking war, the number of casualties in our army will definitely not be small..."

"So, Chu Yunfei most likely wants to use this telegram to test us."

Brigade Commander Chen sat aside and motioned the guard to hand over the teapot: "Sit down and talk."

"On the Lao Chen Yuanping front, the 358th Regiment is currently under attack from both sides, but the reinforcements from the Shanxi Suiyuan Army have not appeared... Logically speaking, this shouldn't be the case..."

Brigade Commander Chen took a sip of tea, stood up and pointed to the battle map hanging on the wall: "Look, the left wing position of the Xinkou line is currently under attack from the main force of the Japanese Dike Detachment. The main force of our 18th Group Army is also fighting with the main force of the Japanese Sakagami Division on the Wutai Mountain line... Now, the only army that can actually be mobilized is the 61st Army under Chen Changjie, which has spare strength to reinforce."

"If my prediction is correct, Chu Yunfei will definitely send us a telegram, asking our 386th Brigade to completely cut off the logistical supply line of the Japanese Army's First Independent Mixed Brigade."

The Second World War Commander's headquarters at this time.

At this time, Yan Laoxi was sitting with the commander-in-chief and others.

After a few simple greetings, Yan Laoxi couldn't wait to speak: "Brother Yujie, the situation on the front line in Yuanping is critical. I invited you here to ask for your help."

The commander-in-chief also had a serious look on his face at this time.

The situation on the battlefield is very serious.

The 14th Army attacked for a day and wiped out hundreds of Japanese soldiers, but also suffered considerable casualties.

These Japanese invaders fought and retreated at the same time, occupying advantageous terrain and firing sneak attacks.

It caused considerable trouble to the attacking soldiers.

Fortunately, the front line was advancing steadily, and some isolated Japanese units were quickly wiped out.

According to Wei Lihuang's own speculation.

It would take at most three more days to wipe out all the Japanese invaders in the encirclement.

"Please rest assured, Commander Yan. Our army is already considering using the main forces of the Lin and Liu divisions, about 6,000 people, to attack the Fanshi County area and contain the Fifth Division's support troops."

Old West Yan smiled happily, his brows relaxed, and asked, "Brother Yujie, when will your troops leave?"

"The detailed battle plan is still being drawn up."

"Brother Yujie, we dare not delay for even a moment. The Battle of Yuanping is related to the overall situation of the Xinkou Campaign and the overall situation of the Anti-Japanese War in Shanxi." Early the next morning.

Fang Ligong arrived at the command center early.

At this time, Chu Yunfei had just returned from the forward command post of the first battalion.

The first battalion suffered heavy casualties. After two days of blocking battle, four hundred people were killed or wounded.

Ammunition also began to run short.

Similarly, the intensity of the Japanese invaders' attacks has gradually weakened since yesterday afternoon.

But the frequency of aircraft support is getting higher and higher.

The Japanese also suffered heavy casualties, according to the battle reports of some company commanders.

The Japanese casualties may have exceeded 500.

"Duanzao!"

Chu Yunfei dismounted and handed the whip to Sun Ming beside him.

"Brother Ligong"

Fang Ligong pushed up his glasses and asked, "What's this, Commander?"

"Just got back from the first battalion."

Chu Yunfei straightened his uniform and continued, "The current situation is good. The Japanese have also suffered heavy casualties. I'm afraid they are no longer able to continue the attack today. Although the Japanese have broken through two lines of defense, they are still about ten kilometers away from Yuanping City. At their attack speed, they can hold out for at least five days."

Chu Yunfei took the telegram handed over by Fang Ligong and took a glance at it.

"After three days, the 14th Army's combat effectiveness is still strong enough!"

Chu Yunfei smiled, turned to look at Fang Ligong who was standing silently beside him, and then asked, "Brother Ligong, has the 386th Brigade called back?"

Fang Ligong shook his head.

Then he asked, "Commander...what do you want?"

"They are the closest support force to our army."

Chu Yunfei pointed his finger quickly at Zhuanshui Village on the map: "If possible, we can move to this position in two days and flank the Japanese Army's First Independent Mixed Brigade."

Fang Ligong was silent and looked at Chu Yunfei with some questioning eyes.

Chu Yunfei smiled slightly: "Brother Ligong, the battle situation is tense right now, do you have any new ideas?"

He looked at himself sincerely.

This scene seems familiar!

Fang Ligong felt mixed emotions for a moment.

I thought of Zhuanshui Village that Chu Yunfei just mentioned.

After thinking for a moment, Fang Ligong chose to avoid the topic.

At present, the battle line is maintained and the 14th Army is encircling and annihilating the Japanese invaders as planned.

It's already a good situation.

It is clear.

The regimental commander wanted to take the risk of consuming part of the Japanese independent mixed brigade.

But what Fang Ligong didn't expect was.

Chu Yunfei did this just to give him a chance to earn military merit.

The Chief of Staff has no power to stop Chu Yunfei from making decisions and giving orders.

In general.

There is no chief of staff at the regimental level, only combat staff.

But then again, the principle that if a staff officer is not accompanied by a chief, even his farts will not make any noise also applies to the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army.

The position of chief of staff is only available at brigade level and above.

The Chief of Staff Fang Ligong was also specially appointed by Yan Laoxi.

But whether it is the Chief of Staff or the Operations Staff, they only have the right to report and make suggestions.

As a deputy, he was unable to prevent the military commander from issuing combat orders.

If he is an extreme military commander.

Even just deciding where to hit.

As for which troops to send, where to depart from, what equipment to use, how much supplies to consume, etc.

These are things that those of them who serve as advisors should consider.

Chu Yunfei actually already had a decision and idea in mind.
(End of this chapter)