Changjin Lake: From Xinxingli to Seoul

Chapter 169 The National Policy Tree Awakens!
"Your Excellency President, what are you thinking?"

Chu Yunfei realized Li Qiwei's intention, and quickly coughed twice, giving Quan Douguang a subtle, suggestive look, afraid that he might be confused.

"I……"

Chun Doo-kwang was a little stunned by being addressed as "Your Excellency the President" and didn't react for a moment.

Ri Qiwei pretended to be nonchalant as he sipped his red wine, but in reality, his gaze was fixed intently on Quan Douguang's eyes.

The phrase "Mr. President" that Chu Yunfei just used was appropriate. He and the Chief of Staff both represent the U.S. military and cannot utter that phrase.

Therefore, it was just right for Chu Yunfei to call out to test the waters and also to see Quan Douguang's inner motives.

Quan Douguang recalled the look Chu Yunfei had just given him and instantly understood what was going on. He immediately withdrew the humble words he was about to say.

"Hahahahahahahahaha..."

"Since General Ridgway values ​​me so much, I will certainly strive to rise in rank and replace that fool Syngman Rhee!"

A greedy glint appeared in Quan Douguang's eyes as he laughed loudly.

"Is that really what General Quan thinks?"

"Aren't you afraid that your President Syngman Rhee will retaliate against you?"

Seeing this, the US military chief of staff probed one last time.

"I was scared before."

"But if I'm not mistaken, this riot is probably not simple, and it may be instigated by someone behind the scenes."

"Of course... I didn't say it was President Syngman Rhee. I just felt that the person who wanted to frame me was definitely inside South Korea."

"Since that's the case, why don't I climb higher and gain more power and a greater sense of security?"

"Moreover, General Ridgway's high regard is the greatest guarantee of my ambition!"

"General Ridgway, I desperately want to advance my career!!"

As Quan Douguang got into the conversation, he quickly saluted Li Qiwei.

"hahahahahahahahahaha……"

"You dare to speak your mind directly. Just for that, your courage is far superior to many high-ranking officials who hold positions without doing their jobs!"

"Rest assured, America values ​​loyal subjects like you who are both ambitious and capable the most!"

"Do a good job in maintaining stability and logistics in Seoul, and I will reward you handsomely after the battle is over!"

"Come, let's drink a toast together!"

Upon hearing this, Li Qiwei lowered his guard and smiled as he spoke.

"cheers!"

Quan Douguang, being very tactful, lowered his glass and gently touched Li Qiwei's wine glass.

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Zi Niu Valley
"Company commander!"

"We've had a close call, and we're almost at the exit!"

Liu Hanqing looked at Wu Wanli who had returned and said, holding the map.

"The closer we get to the critical moment, the more vigilant we must be. Everyone must stay alert!"

Wu Wanli took the map, looked at it, and said.

"Don't worry, Company Commander. The soldiers of our Steel Seventh Company are all veterans, and they all have a very stable mentality."

Upon hearing this, Yu Congrong smiled and said.

"Company Commander, since we're not far off, should we just charge out in one fell swoop?"

"Even if the South Korean army comes, we are confident that we can resolve the situation quickly!"

Gao Daxing thought for a moment and then made a suggestion.

"grasp?"

"Our speed of annihilation cannot be faster than signal guns and telegrams, so we cannot rush out at this time."

Upon hearing this, Lei Gong shook his head.

"Lei Gong is right. It's better to slow down than to expose ourselves prematurely."

“I just scouted ahead, and now we have two paths in front of us.”

"The first path is a narrow one, which can only accommodate a very small number of soldiers. If we take that route, our Steel Seventh Company will have to go in several groups, which will take a long time."

"The second road is a major intersection, which allows for quick passage, but I discovered a South Korean artillery unit there..."

Wu Wanli looked at the Heavenly Eye map in his mind and said.

"South Korean artillery?"

"Luckily, the company commander scouted ahead of time. Otherwise, if we had rashly rushed out, we might have been blocked by artillery fire at the intersection and become trapped!"

Upon hearing this, Yu Congrong secretly rejoiced.

"Company Commander, since that's the case, there's no need to choose. Let's just take the back road and go out."

"As long as we are careful, it is entirely possible that we will not be discovered. If we can safely make our way to Seoul, the overall situation will be settled."

Upon hearing this, Pinghe immediately spoke up.

"It's just that they might not be discovered, but who knows if their patrols will go around and see them?"

"And even if we are not discovered for the time being, having such an artillery unit blocking our backs is always a huge hidden danger!"

"Company commander, why don't we take advantage of the darkness and eliminate him?"

Yu Congrong thought for a moment and immediately offered his advice.

"Company Commander, your judgment has never been wrong. You decide how to fight; the comrades just need to carry it out resolutely!"

After thinking it over, Liu Hanqing ultimately decided that it was best to trust Wu Wanli directly.

"bite------"

"Congratulations, host! You are facing a crucial decision on the battlefield. You have now activated the National Policy Tree!"

At this moment, the long-awaited system notification sound rang in Wu Wanli's mind, instantly making him somewhat excited.

"Damn system! You've been missing for so long, I thought you were gone!"

"Wait... this choice is called the National Policy Tree Choice?"

"What does this mean? Isn't this just a fancy trick from Hearts of Steel?"

Wu Wanli was slightly taken aback and said to the system in his mind.

"The selection system is all-encompassing. The selection of national policy trees is also a selection, and the branches under each national policy tree are also new selections."

"The host has been detected to be in a dangerous situation deep behind US military lines. The host is advised to make a careful choice, otherwise he may be wiped out along with the Steel Seventh Company."

The system's cold, impersonal notification tone broadcast the news.

"The Seventh Steel Company may be wiped out..."

"Okay, tell me what it is!"

A hint of seriousness flashed in Wu Wanli's eyes as he urged the system in his mind.

"Option 1: After taking the back road, bypass it covertly, ignore the existing South Korean artillery, and head straight for Seoul!"

"National Reward Policy: Air Force Development - Emergency Training Program for Ace Pilots: The existing air force's combat experience will be upgraded to advanced level, which translates to a 50% increase in attack power!"

"Option Two: Head straight for the main road and break through the South Korean artillery unit head-on!"

"National policy of reward: developing the navy - New Sea Lion Project: purchasing and leasing a large number of submarines from the Soviet Union to secretly attack US aircraft carrier fleets!"

"Option 3: Take advantage of the darkness to quickly and secretly eliminate the South Korean artillery unit, preventing them from reporting back!"

"National policy of reward: Development of the army - Special forces: The stealth ability of all members of the Steel Seventh Company has increased by 50%, and their night combat capability has increased by 80%!"

Soon, the reports on the three major reward policies corresponding to the three major choices were completed. Upon hearing this information, Wu Wanli's eyes lit up with elation, and he instantly felt more confident.

He originally thought that the selection system would continue to empower his personal abilities, just like before.

While that might solve the problem temporarily, the Seventh Steel Company can't rely on him alone to lead the charge and indiscriminately kill people forever.

If the system upgrade now provides a boost to the entire unit, then the upper limit of combat power will be much higher.

Of course, more importantly, Wu Wanli's personal development scope also expanded.

He's no longer just a top soldier; he's growing into a commander-in-chief.

"The first national policy of developing the air force is actually very tempting, because now we really have an air force. This extra effort will directly make the entire Chinese air force an ace pilot, and maybe we can make the US military question their existence in a local battlefield."

"But it is not needed now, and the potential danger of neglecting such an artillery unit is too great."

"The second national policy for developing the navy also made Wu Wanli drool: the famous Sea Lion Project, the German submarine Wolf program that crushed the British Navy in the third quarter."

"But unfortunately, by the time China's new Sea Lion Project succeeds, the Volunteer Army's supplies will probably have run out, and they will have no choice but to withdraw."

"Moreover, if we just swagger in, Ridgway in Seoul isn't stupid, and the surprise attack effect of our Steel Seventh Company will be lost."

"Sigh... there's no other way!"

"We'll just have to make things difficult for the navy and air force for now!"

"I choose National Policy Three!"

Wu Wanli pondered for a long time, stroking his chin, before finally speaking.

"Ding----"

"Congratulations, host! The effects of the national policy have been applied!"

Note: The effects of national policies issued by this system have no time penalty and do not require a waiting period.

"But if the host fails to complete it, the system will fall into a complete slumber!"

The system's cold, impersonal notification tone has finished playing.

"I know, I know. You always think I'm going to renege on your promises."

Wu Wanli cursed inwardly.

"Brother Chenggong, I feel like I can see things much more clearly now."

"My hearing is also much sharper than during the day..."

At this moment, Xu Mumu looked at the leaves in the distance and couldn't help but say it aloud.

"Idiot, I've already been taught a lesson last time, so don't say a word now!"

Upon seeing Xu Mumu speak, Chenggong quickly covered his mouth and whispered a reminder.

Upon hearing Xu Mumu's words, Wu Wanli couldn't help but smile and nod slightly.

The most important aspect of night combat capability is the ability to observe the battlefield and the enemy at night.

"The Seventh Steel Company split into two teams. One team sneaked in from the front, while the other team took a side path to get behind the South Korean artillery unit. They would carry out the operation at the same time in secret."

"Pinghe, I'm handing over the flanking unit to your reconnaissance platoon. I don't expect you to achieve many victories, but you must cover the rear and not let a single person escape, understand?"

Wu Wanli looked at Pinghe and said seriously.

"Guaranteed to complete the mission!"

Pinghe's gaze was firm, and he spoke succinctly.

"The other comrades of the main force of the Seventh Steel Company also disguised themselves and sneaked over with me when the agreed time arrived."

"Hanqing, you're in charge of this team on the front as well. I'll have Yu Congrong and Lei Gong assist you!"

"I'll also go to the front, but I'll only lead the guard platoon on the most important missions!"

"As for the final number of teams, you can decide for yourselves. I have faith in your abilities."

Wu Wanli thought for a moment and then said.

"Wanli, I know you trust me."

"Although I have battlefield experience, I don't have much experience in commanding on the battlefield. This operation is of utmost importance, so if it's entrusted to me..."

Liu Hanqing looked at Wu Wanli, hesitating to speak.

"No one is born with experience. I hadn't even enlisted six months ago, but I've grown up now."

"Listen to Yu Congrong and the others, train hard, commanding troops is a very important skill..."

Wu Wanli looked at Liu Hanqing and said with great care.

"Okay, I will definitely try my best!"

Instructor Liu thought for a moment, then gritted his teeth and agreed.

"Time is running out, let's get ready to act!"

Wu Wanli glanced at his watch and said.

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, the members of the Seventh Steel Company immediately agreed.

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Soon, the agreed-upon time to take action arrived.
Wu Wanli, still leading his guard platoon as the vanguard, cleanly and efficiently eliminated the outer sentries of the South Korean army with bayonets, and then crept inside.

At this moment, some South Korean soldiers were sleeping soundly in their warm tents, wrapped in down sleeping bags.

The remaining hundred or so South Korean soldiers split into several small groups and sat down in various parts of the camp, playing cards idly.

They were supposed to be diligently patrolling, as ordered.

But their experience of not seeing a single mosquito these past few days has made them lower their guard.

Moreover, there were sentries outside, especially so many hidden sentries, and the shift changes were quick, which made them all think that the Volunteer Army could not have entered silently.

However, they underestimated Wu Wanli's extraordinary ability to see through the heavens, and managed to sneak in in a short period of time.

"Ah Xiba!"

"If only we were General Quan's soldiers!"

"You have no idea what kind of life people at the First National Normal School in Seoul have!"

"Their pay is several times that of ours, and they even have meat with every meal!!"

At this moment, a South Korean soldier complained.

"you do not say!"

"And it's not all canned meat; there's always some fresh braised pork!"

"And they live a very carefree life in Seoul, with beautiful women accompanying them at night!"

Another South Korean soldier snorted and complained.

At this moment, they were completely unaware that Wu Wanli, with his guard squad, was eyeing their position menacingly not far away.

Using the advantage of the Sky Eye map, Wu Wanli has already pinpointed the location of the South Korean military command post.

If we can sneak in beforehand and take control of the radio station inside, we've already won half the battle.

Soon, Wu Wanli waved his hand, and Shi Qian and Wu Si rushed forward and cleanly slit the throats of the two South Korean soldiers.

At the same time, several muffled thuds of South Korean soldiers falling to the ground could be heard not far away.

"Fight in!"

With his bayonet in hand, Wu Wanli charged ahead of the rest of the South Korean artillery command post.

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