Back in 1978, I was admitted to Northwestern Polytechnical University.

Chapter 368 The commander has really caught a big fish!
Northwestern Polytechnical University.

"Fantastic! Absolutely fantastic! On the battlefield, two precision-guided bombs took down the enemy's most fortified stronghold. If we had had this kind of weapon when we attacked the French building, we wouldn't have had to worry about anything!"

Leader Zhang was beaming with excitement.

The battle ahead continues, and satellite navigation must continue to play its role, so Leader Zhang can't drink any more alcohol. Once this battle is over, he'll definitely have a good drink!

"A French building?" Qin Liang asked curiously.

"Yes, it's also called Guitun Fortress," Leader Zhang remarked.

During the French colonial rule over the country, they built a sturdy fortress along the Lang Son-Dong Dang transportation route, modeled after the Maginot Line.

The walls are three meters thick, and the interior has a complex three-dimensional structure with various firing ports, secret passages, and tunnels interspersed throughout. The interior can accommodate thousands of people, and this huge and sturdy fortress can block the army's attack.

In 1979, after the battle began, the army of the motherland advanced with unstoppable momentum, but it was forced to stop in front of the French building.

Heavy artillery bombardment was useless! Engineer demolition was useless! The assault teams charged forward one after another, but all of them fell to the enemy's crossfire.

The morale of the army suffered a heavy blow!

Just then, a cook from a thermal power plant in Guangxi stepped forward. He had been captured by the French as a teenager and forced to work as a laborer to build that bunker! He knew several hidden entrances and skylights!
So this middle-aged man, who had never held a gun before, went to the battlefield, braved a hail of bullets, climbed up the bunker, found a hidden entrance, and poured gasoline in!

Back then, truckloads of fallen soldiers were brought back; the situation was horrific. If we had the equipment we have today…

As he listened to what Leader Zhang was saying, Qin Liang slowly clenched his fist.

"Leader Zhang, rest assured, with Northwestern Polytechnical University here, we can develop all kinds of advanced weapons! In the future, our soldiers will not need to shed blood and sacrifice themselves on the battlefield; we will defeat the enemy with high-tech equipment!"

"Yes, this operation fully demonstrated the advantages of high-tech weaponry. Although it was very expensive, but..."

Before Leader Zhang could finish speaking, the phone rang.

"Hey, that's right, the top floor of the Aerospace Engineering Department. Looking for Senior Brother Qin Liang? Got it, I'll go get him."

Qin Liang walked to the telephone: "Hello, Principal Luo, what? You won't see them? I won't see them at a time like this! What? Okay, I understand!"

After hanging up the phone, Qin Liang's expression was incredibly complicated.

"What's wrong?" Director Zhang asked curiously.

"There's a big fish inside the fortress we blew up!"

Qin Liang felt his mind was racing, and several classic lines of dialogue came to mind.

Commander, we've really caught a big fish! A colonel, two lieutenant colonels, and a major—this must be Sakata's command post!

Great! One shot wiped out the command post of a regiment. When I get back, the brigade commander won't be able to execute me. Besides, why would he want to execute me? He'll have to buy me a drink!

I wonder if the pilots who returned after completing the mission felt the same way after getting off the plane?
"How big is the fish?" Leader Zhang asked.

"The biggest one."

Leader Zhang's expression changed as well: "How is that possible!"

We bombed all sorts of key locations, deliberately avoiding major cities like the capital. We didn't drop a single bomb in those areas!

Actually, it wouldn't matter if they dropped it. Our precision-guided bombs will definitely hit wherever they're pointed at. We're just worried about accidental casualties! I didn't expect these guys to not stay in the capital and have to join in the fun, going into the most fortified bunker!

"Alas, this incident perfectly illustrates that on the battlefield, the more afraid you are of dying, the faster you die! I must go there."

"Shall I go with you?"

“No, Leader Zhang, it’s not appropriate for you to step in at a time like this,” Qin Liang said. “I’ll go see what the Russians are asking for first.”

The protesters were definitely not monkeys; they would only be ridiculed if they came. After realizing that something serious had happened, they immediately contacted Moscow. However, due to various concerns, Moscow did not negotiate directly with the Eastern capital but instead contacted Northwestern Polytechnical University first!
After all, if they dared to protest in the capital, they would probably be driven away. We don't allow third parties to interfere in our Eastern affairs!
The initial decision to allow the East to teach the monkeys a lesson was for the sake of the Diamond Design Bureau's project. If the Russians had known how formidable the East was, they would never have agreed!

Northwestern Polytechnical University, President's Office.

Honkyo paced anxiously inside.

"Principal Luo, when is Qin coming?"

"Don't worry, he's on his way."

"This matter... is extremely important. We hope to petition your superiors through Qin to halt further operations... Moscow is anxiously awaiting our response..."

Just then, the sound of a door opening was heard outside.

"Qin, you've finally arrived! You...you've gone too far, haven't you?"

"Huh? I didn't know. Didn't you say that as long as we didn't attack Hanoi, it would be fine?" Qin Liang looked at the other person: "Are we supposed to bomb Hanoi?"

"No, that's not it, it's just..."

"But what? You should have notified them over there as well. Tell them to stay obediently in Hanoi, where it's absolutely safe. Who would have thought that those monkeys wouldn't believe our promise and acted on their own? Who can they blame?"

They have only themselves to blame!

They promised not to bomb the capital, but the other side didn't believe them. They judged others by their own petty standards, were self-righteous, and went to what they thought was a safe place. As a result... as a result, they died!
"This time, the monkeys have suffered huge losses. Can you...can you stop the next operation? This has already taught them a lesson badly enough."

"I don't have that authority," Qin Liang said. "To be honest, consulting you before a large-scale operation was already the greatest respect we could show you. You've been relentlessly supporting Monkey and causing us trouble. Many people at the top are also very dissatisfied with consulting you. Now, you're actually pushing your luck?"

"But... if this continues, the monkey kingdom might perish!"

"How could that be? We are not your Soviet Union. We never initiate an invasion of a country. The wars we wage are only in self-defense."

On the way here, Qin Liang was thinking that if the Russians were very angry and were about to take desperate measures, he would act as a buffer to ease the conflict. If the Russians were not very tough, he would not back down and see what benefits he could squeeze out.

Anyway, we don't necessarily have to give the Russians face. The current relationship between the two countries is just like that; in fact, from the outside perspective, it's still considered hostile.

Hearing Qin Liang's insistence, Benjing took a deep breath: "Qin, if you continue fighting like this, Moscow will definitely get anxious. They might even supply the monkeys with more weapons and equipment, which will still be detrimental to you!"

The monkey's air force was almost completely wiped out. This battle once again demonstrated the importance of air force. Therefore, the monkey will definitely go to the old Russians to complain and demand more advanced weapons and equipment!
"It's like if we don't keep fighting, the monkeys won't come after you for equipment?"

Honkyo was speechless once again.

That's right, regardless of whether the fighting continues or not, the monkeys will ask the Russians for help!

"Mr. Benjing, please convey to Moscow that the equipment provided to the monkeys next time cannot be of a higher level than the current level. Otherwise, it will be a serious threat to our East, and our cooperation will be terminated for this reason."

Honkyo's face was grim.

The cooperation had just begun when the Easterners dismantled their S-300 missile system and conducted various studies on it. As for alternative solutions, the Easterners had not yet formulated any. If the cooperation were to be terminated now, it would be extremely disadvantageous for them!
This was exactly what he feared most, and now, the Easterners were actually using it as an excuse! "Qin, we are sincere about this cooperation, and we don't want to be influenced by other factors. Regarding this monkey matter, we hope your side can be lenient..."

Principal Luo stood to the side, his heart filled with emotion.

He was initially worried about provoking the Russians, but now the Russians are being so humble and subservient—something he's never seen before!
“Alas, Mr. Benjing, Northwestern Polytechnical University is just a university; how can we interfere in military affairs?” Qin Liang said. “If you really want us to stop, then let the monkeys show enough sincerity. I will go to the capital and put in a good word for you.”

"What sincerity?"

"First, the monkeys must withdraw their troops from Cambodia and stop this aggressive behavior."

Benjin frowned. This was one of the demands for the normalization of relations between the East and the Soviet Union, and this demand... was not so easy to meet.

Qin Liang knew that the other party couldn't do it, which is why they made such a condition. We can't give up halfway through this battle; we must continue fighting and completely cripple the monkey's economy!
When they run out of money, let's see how they fight a war!

"Secondly, in the border areas where we are engaged in combat, the monkeys need to automatically retreat 100 kilometers, cease fighting with us, and absolutely refrain from any infiltration or crossing of the border. Of course, we will also promise not to cross the original border line. Back then, we were about to fight all the way to Hanoi, but we still took the initiative to withdraw, which already shows our sincerity. We will absolutely not set foot on the monkeys' territory."

Retreat 100 kilometers? That's impossible!

Honkyo felt a bitter taste in his mouth; it seemed he had come for nothing.

"Third, we've already spent nearly 500 million on this battle. The monkeys need to fully compensate us for our war expenses. After all, these are all caused by the monkeys. If they hadn't provoked us, we wouldn't have spent so much. We can let go of the previous war expenses, but this time, we must pay compensation!"

It is only right and proper for the losing side to pay war reparations!
Five hundred million!

The remaining industries in the country have been almost completely destroyed. The country now needs aid from Russia. Asking the country to pay compensation is like asking Russia to directly empty its own pocket!
"Qin, I don't think the monkey will agree to these conditions..." At this point, Benjing was completely disappointed.

"Then we have no choice but to continue. Don't worry, we will keep our promise. We said we'd bomb for seven days, so we'll bomb for seven days. After seven days, our air force will cease these operations. Mr. Benjing, you're not a diplomat, why get involved in these matters? Go back to your research and development. I'm not involved in politics either, so talking to me doesn't really make much sense. I need to go do my research too!"

Seeing Qin Liang turn to leave, Benjing quickly called out, "Qin! We...we're good friends, right?"

"Yes, is there anything else?"

"We want to know, how exactly was that fortified fortress destroyed?"

The Russian reconnaissance satellites had already passed over that area and witnessed the complete destruction of the fortress, leaving the Russians utterly shocked.

Most of the people who were on the scene and not dead were in a state of shock. The monkeys were in a state of chaos. The official report on the air raid had not yet been written, so they had no idea what had happened.

Now, the Russians are more willing to hear what the Easterners have to say.

"Ahem, well, how could I possibly know? That's an Air Force secret."

Of course, we have to maintain an air of mystery! That will make us more intimidating!
The destruction of a 10-meter-thick reinforced concrete building is absolutely shocking to the world!
"Qin, you are our best friend, we hope you can help us..."

"Well... I'll do my best to get the air force to suspend its attacks on land. Of course, I can only offer suggestions."

Across the ocean, in the United States.

At four o'clock in the morning, many people are still asleep, while others are still working.

Warburg, Florida, Area 58.

Besides the most secretive Area 51, the United States has other areas, such as Area 58, which belongs to the National Investigation Agency.

There are many buildings here, especially some large spheres, which are very eye-catching. Inside those spheres are satellite antennas used to receive data sent back by satellites and then perform on-site analysis.

In the early years, American reconnaissance satellites were all disposable. After being launched into space, they would take pictures of the ground situation on film and then be recovered. The hugely expensive satellites became disposable items, which even the wealthy United States could not afford.

Later, film bins were designed to only recycle the film, while the remaining satellites continued to orbit in space, increasing lifespan and reducing costs. However, film will eventually run out and its lifespan will eventually be exhausted.

The situation changed completely with the KH-11 crystal satellite. It no longer used cameras and film to record ground content, but instead used electronic scanning and then transmitted the content back to the ground using ultra-high frequency military encrypted communication.

This gives it unlimited battery life, and even a design life of up to twenty years!
Besides its long lifespan, it also offers better timeliness, eliminating the need to wait for the film to land and be developed; data transmitted from the satellite can be obtained directly!
Moreover, with the advancement of technology, the resolution is constantly improving.

The original KH-1 reconnaissance satellite had a resolution of only four or five meters, but the KH-8 satellite upgraded it to 0.1 meters, which was the most powerful reconnaissance capability in the film era!

As for the current KH-11, it improves resolution by using an extra-large lens. The lens, with a diameter of three meters, allows it to achieve a resolution of 0.15 meters. Although it is still slightly inferior to film, it is within an acceptable range.

Intelligence analyst Schroeder carefully examined the satellite photos, and when he spotted a building, he exclaimed in surprise.

"Oh my God, this fortress, even stronger than the French Tower, was destroyed! How did the Easterners manage to do that?"

They were also extremely concerned about the first day of the large-scale bombing operation carried out by the Easterners against the monkeys, wanting to see just how powerful the Easterners' air force really was.

When the reconnaissance satellites swept by last time, they were shocked to see the monkeys' various bases being destroyed. They were filled with envy and jealousy. If only they could have done the same when they were fighting the monkeys!
Now, they were even more shocked. The Easterners had actually managed to destroy the most fortified defenses! Their strength was absolutely heaven-defying!
"I don't know, let's just send it to the CIA and the Pentagon. They...they should get up and get to work! We can't keep staying up all night!" The person next to him said, yawning.

The eastern sky was beginning to lighten.

William Perry rubbed his eyes as he walked into the Pentagon. It was the first time in his life he had gotten up so early, and he couldn't stop yawning.

Inside the meeting room, he looked at the generals like himself and found it somewhat amusing. It was just a military operation planned by the Easterners, was it really necessary to make such a fuss?

"Gentlemen, I've called you here because the Easterners have done something earth-shattering on the Monkey Battlefield, and we need to... take action," Langley, the officer on duty who remained behind, explained to the group.

"What earth-shattering event? Did they grow mushrooms?"

“If mushrooms really did grow, then there’s no need to make such a fuss,” Langley said. “Everyone, take a look at the latest intelligence sent by our reconnaissance satellite.”

The projector displayed the photos on the big screen, but William Perry couldn't understand them. He frowned and asked, "What is this?"

"In the northern part of the Monkey Kingdom, the most solid air defense fortification, which we have always called Fortress No. 1 on our maps, we even used air-fuel bombs back then, but we still couldn't destroy it. To be honest, we also considered using mushroom bombs back then... cough cough, now, this fortification has been destroyed."

"What does this mean? Do Easterners have more advanced weapons than us?"

"Yes, we suspect that the Easterners used a powerful bunker buster to successfully penetrate a ten-meter-thick layer of reinforced concrete and completely destroy the fortification. However, that's not the most important thing."

William Perry now had a premonition: "Is there an important person inside?"

"Yes, it's quite interesting when we combine it with a CIA intelligence report from the day before yesterday. After the Easterners decided to launch the airstrike, many important figures disappeared in the Monkey Capital. Of the 14 committee members, only three remained in Hanoi, and the rest... including the person in the head seat, all ran away."

"They ran into this fortification?"

“The CIA can’t infiltrate to that high a level, but they deduced that they went here, since this is the safest place in the entire country.”

Teng!
William Perry stood up: "We need to confirm this news. If it's true... then the entire situation within the Monkey Kingdom could change drastically! We need to be prepared!"

For the United States, Russia left them with unforgettable painful lessons. Strictly speaking, the fact that the United States was on the defensive and Russia on the offensive during the Cold War in the 1970s and 1980s was largely related to this war.

The Americans failed and have been keeping a low profile ever since. Now, the Easterners... are giving them a taste of their own medicine!
"We also need to contact the East to see if we can confirm this victory!"

(End of this chapter)