Bright Sword: From Border Region Manufacturing to Major National Heavy Industry

Chapter 179 Bomb these bastards to death!
This time.

In addition to arranging for Ding Wei to accompany Li Yunlong on the mission of attacking the Japanese railway line and seizing military trains, the brigade commander also sent the 772nd Regiment along.

The brigade commander led the 771st Regiment to defend their home base, stationed at the brigade headquarters.

Halfway there, Li Yunlong first met up with the troops of the 772nd Regiment.

Upon meeting, Cheng Xiazi, the commander of the 772nd Regiment, shouted at Li Yunlong, "Li Yunlong, I didn't expect you to be so cunning, actually eyeing the veterans of my 772nd Regiment."

The 772nd Regiment transferred some veterans to Li Yunlong, which made Blind Cheng feel very sorry for them.

Li Yunlong cursed, "Blind Cheng, you can covet my Hell Cannon, but I can't covet your veteran? If you don't want to, fine, I'll give the veteran back to you, and you can have my Hell Cannon. Are you willing to trade?"

"Why should we exchange? I'm not stupid." Blind Cheng glared.

What a joke!
It's heartbreaking to give it to a veteran, but the Hell Cannon is of greater significance.

Li Yunlong and Ding Wei have made countless contributions with their hell cannons.

My 772nd Regiment has finally acquired its own Hellfire Cannon, so we must seize the opportunity to make a name for ourselves.

We have a main force regiment with official designations here; we can't let this backbone regiment keep suppressing us.

“Blind Cheng, you need to cooperate well with the operation,” Li Yunlong said seriously. “If you want to follow us, the first thing is that you have to be bold. You can’t be timid.”

"As long as I can make a lot of money, I'll cooperate with you even if it means going through fire and water. I'll be brave enough to scare you to death." Blind Cheng nodded seriously at first, then changed the subject, "However, if you, Li Yunlong, don't blame me for not cooperating properly later."

"Don't worry, follow your master, and I'll guarantee you'll make a fortune," Li Yunlong said arrogantly.

Although Li Yunlong didn't really want Blind Cheng to get involved.

But then again, adding another regiment means adding another cannon, which increases costs. We can only cook rice in a pot the size of our pot.

"Who's that?" Blind Cheng noticed Yan Kai and asked, "Why is there a guard company from the Jin-Sui Army here?"

Although Li Yunlong called Cheng the Blind Man, he still had good eyesight.

This company of Jin-Sui soldiers was carrying submachine guns and pistols slung over their waists. This was no ordinary Jin-Sui army unit; it could only be a high-ranking guard company.

"Don't worry about that. It won't interfere with our fighting and making money." Li Yunlong waved his hand, unwilling to talk to Blind Cheng any further.

You, Blind Cheng, say you're brave, but we'll see if you'll be scared to death when the time comes.

Blind Cheng didn't ask any further questions.

Soon, Ding Wei arrived with the new regiment.

Ding Wei also noticed Yan Kai and asked Li Yunlong, "Who is this?"

"Yan Kai, a special envoy sent by Chu Yunfei's superior, wants to buy our Hell Cannon and rocket launchers and came to the battlefield to see their effects," Li Yunlong said with a smile. "I judge that this person is most likely a close relative of Commander Yan."

Upon hearing this, Ding Wei was somewhat surprised: "Old Li, does this mean we have a large number of reinforcements from the Jin-Sui Army?"

Li Yunlong responded seriously to Ding Wei's words: "Old Ding, we have to criticize you for saying that. That's a special envoy from the Jin-Sui Army. How can you use him as a pawn? If something goes wrong, I can't bear the responsibility."

Li Yunlong, of course, understood what Ding Wei meant.

Yan Kai must hold a very important place in Commander Yan's heart.

This time, we're going to work on the railway line, even if it only ties down a lot of Japanese reinforcements.

However, if you really want to completely contain the reinforcements in this area, it would be best to bring in more Jin-Sui troops.

Yan Kai was the catalyst that brought the Jin-Sui Army into the fray.

Do you really think that Old Li will let Yan Kai follow you around for nothing?

You came along, how can you not do some work for me?
This is also why, despite Cheng the Blind Man's praise of his courage, Li Yunlong was unwilling to discuss Yan Kai further with Cheng the Blind Man.

Then we'll see if you, Blind Cheng, are truly brave, or if you'll wet yourself in fear.

Of course.

These were actually said by Old Ding himself.

We didn't say that.

If this mess gets out of hand, the brigade commander can't just punish me alone, can he?

"That's right, that's right, we can't do anything reckless." Ding Wei nodded with a serious expression.

Complete the task first, then consider whether to go bigger.

While Ding Wei, Li Yunlong, and Blind Cheng were leading their troops to a destination on the Zhengtai Railway, Gao Liujin of the 120th Division also led his troops to the destination.

"Listen up, everyone."

Gao Liujin said confidently, "Based on our judgment, this Japanese military train is most likely transporting supplies and weapons and ammunition, especially weapons and ammunition. The quantity must be quite large. When the fighting starts, we'd better be careful not to set off the munitions."

"Commander, the Japanese have taken one of their arsenals from the 386th Brigade. They're furious and ready to retaliate with bloodshed. Do you think there might be even more artillery pieces among the munitions being transported by their military train?" The battalion commander chuckled as he approached Gao Liujin. "We've captured enough artillery pieces. Once we're fully equipped, we can take the big prize all by ourselves and won't have to drag Chu Yunfei along anymore."

Previously, Gao Liujin had heard that Chu Yunfei's 358th Regiment had a full 5,000 men, and planned to bring Chu Yunfei in to do this job.

The main goal was to leverage Chu Yunfei's firepower and troop strength.

If we could capture a large number of guns and ammunition, and even a sufficient number of artillery pieces, from the Japanese army trains, that would be ideal.

Then we don't need to drag Chu Yunfei to do any more work.

"Damn it, I get angry just thinking about Li Yunlong taking over a Japanese arsenal. That guy's luck is just too good." Gao Liujin cursed and yelled. "If I don't hurry up and make a big score, I'll be left far behind by these two. Just wait, once I get enough weapons and ammunition from this Japanese military train, especially a full supply of artillery, you'll see how I suppress Li Yunlong."

The troops quickly arrived at their designated positions. Gao Liujin first had the Hell Cannon set up, and the troops prepared for battle.

Rocket launchers are also ready for an attack.

Finally, Gao Liujin pulled over the Type 92 infantry gun.

Let's test it with a shell from the Type 92 infantry gun first, since the Type 92 infantry gun can also be used for assault.

"Commander, aiming!" the artilleryman quickly reported to Gao Liujin.

"Okay, load the ammunition and fire immediately," Gao Liujin replied.

"Yes, sir," the artilleryman responded, immediately pulling the rope.

boom!
The Type 92 infantry gun roared, and the shell landed accurately in the middle of a pillbox.

One side of the pillbox was blown open, leaving a large hole, with bricks and rubble flying everywhere.

Immediately following was a loud crash as the tower collapsed, and smoke and dust billowed up along with the gunpowder. Seeing that this single shot had destroyed the Japanese pillbox, Gao Liujin was overjoyed: "Not bad, the shells made by our local arsenal are pretty effective."

"Yes, Commander, from now on, our Type 92 infantry gun won't lack shells!" the artilleryman said happily.

"Quickly aim at the next target and fire!" Gao Liujin urged.

"Yes, Commander." The artilleryman was delighted and quickly re-aimed at the target.

Gao Liujin turned his head and shouted, "Rocket launchers and hell cannons, quickly knock out the enemy's firing points and clear the way for the troops' attack!"

boom!
The Hell Cannon roared immediately, and one shot shattered two pillboxes.

Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
……

More than a dozen rocket launchers also fired rockets, employing a three-on-one attack strategy.

That is, every three rocket launchers aim at the same target.

This was also a very impressive achievement, as they destroyed eight pillboxes and bunkers.

Some might question that with eighteen rocket launchers, and three launchers hitting one target each, there should have been six targets hit in total, so how could two more be hit?

This is easy to explain, because some rockets missed their mark and accidentally hit other targets.

"Baka! We must be seeing things. The Chinese actually carried the cannon barrels on their shoulders and destroyed eight of our pillboxes in one go."

"Baka! This doesn't make sense! If you fire a cannon with the barrel on your shoulder, doesn't it have recoil?"

"Baka! It seems that the Kuroshima Regiment Commander is saying that the Chinese have invented shoulder-fired cannons. Not many people believe it. Could it be true? Is the Kuroshima Regiment Commander not lying?"

"Baka! This weapon can fire shells just by carrying it on your shoulder. This kind of firearm is terrifying."

"Absolutely! A dozen or so soldiers took out eight of our pillboxes with a single volley of fire. Eight of them! Baka! Who could hold them? Who could withstand that?"

……

The Japanese soldiers along the railway line were alarmed. The effects of the Hellfire Cannon and the Type 92 infantry gun were completely child's play compared to this rocket launcher.

They were stunned by the powerful and terrifying tactical effects of the rocket launcher, and they were all questioning their existence.

Of course, the remaining Japanese machine guns continued to fire wildly.

Da da da!
Da da da!
……

Gao Liujin jumped up excitedly: "Damn it, this rocket launcher is much better than our Type 92 infantry gun! It cleared up almost all the obstacles in one go. Attack now, attack!"

The troops, weighing six jin, launched their attack as planned.

Relying on artillery fire to eliminate all the firing points and clear the obstacles, the troops marched toward the railway line as if they were in an empty field!
"Commander, these rockets can be carried by a single soldier. They're lightweight and easy to carry. If we use them in guerrilla warfare, especially if we form a cavalry, the cavalrymen carrying rocket launchers to fight guerrilla warfare will be like adding wings to a tiger!" someone shouted excitedly in front of Gao Liujin.

“That’s right. Once I’ve assembled the cavalry, equipped with rocket launchers, they’ll be a nightmare for the Japanese.” Gao Liujin nodded emphatically, keeping the suggestion in mind.

Of course, the rocket launcher's good results were a pleasant surprise, and Gao Liujin did not forget the shell test of the Type 92 infantry gun.

The second shell also hit the target. Gao Liujin said happily, "The shells made by the border region's arsenal are really of good quality. Both shells hit the target accurately."

Someone shouted to Gao Liujin, "Commander, I have a new idea."

"What new idea?" Gao Liujin asked.

"How about we get rid of this Type 92 infantry gun and take it to the arsenal to exchange it for a rocket launcher? What do you think..." The man didn't finish his sentence.

Gao Liujin kicked him, yelling, "What nonsense are you spouting? Our regiment has developed to where it is today thanks to this ancestral weapon that helped us build our foundation. Now that conditions are better, you've forgotten your roots! Don't forget how many units have been eyeing an infantry gun but never had the chance, and you, of all people, want to trade it away? Believe me or not, I'll beat you up!"

"Commander, the main problem is that these rocket launchers are just too useful. Don't you want to get a few more?"

“Nonsense, everyone would want to have more of these useful gadgets, but while rocket launchers are useful, they still have drawbacks. Didn’t you see that their range isn’t as far as infantry guns? And the shells create smoke during flight, which exposes the gunner’s position. There are still many areas where infantry guns can’t be replaced by rocket launchers.” Gao Liujin was very clear-headed.

Rocket launchers are effective, but infantry guns also have their uses.

Otherwise, why would the border region's arsenal be making rocket launchers instead of conventional artillery shells?

"That's true. I almost gave you bad advice, Commander. Luckily, you are wise and powerful, like Zhuge Liang reborn. You easily..." The man immediately switched to flattering Gao Liujin.

Before the flattery could be finished, the hellish cannon roared, forcing a Japanese military train to come to an abrupt halt.

The screeching sound of brakes rang out, and sparks flew from the wheels as they rubbed against the rails, like a dense meteor shower.

"Listen up, listen up!" Gao Liujin shouted. "Be extremely careful! That carriage is most likely filled with weapons and ammunition. Don't blow it up!"

The troops, numbering six jin, quickly cleared out the remaining enemy and approached the train carriage.

This time is the same as last time.

The car door opened, revealing the dark muzzle of a gun.

Da da da!
Da da da!
Da da da!
……

The Type 92 heavy machine gun and the Type 91 light machine gun roared, raining down dense bullets on the six-pound-tall troops.

This completely baffled Gao Liujin: "Damn it, why is it another troop carrier? Why aren't these Japanese devils transporting weapons and ammunition?"

Damn it, this is the first time God hasn't given us food, but instead gave us a Japanese troop transport vehicle.

This time, your grandma's heavens are not giving us any food again, and they've given us another Japanese troop transport vehicle?

This is a deliberate attempt to suppress me.

Without sufficient weapons and ammunition, how can I compare to that bastard Li Yunlong!

"Commander, this is an troop transport vehicle! Are we still going to fight?" someone shouted at Gao Liujin.

"Damn it, beat them to death! Wipe out all these Japanese bastards!" Gao Liujin roared furiously, wanting to vent all his anger on the truckload of Japanese soldiers. "Fire! Fire! Bomb these bastards to death!"

boom!
boom!
The hell cannons and Type 92 infantry guns roared and pounded into each and every train car.

The Japanese soldiers inside were either forced to their deaths in the carriages or jumped off and were mowed down by machine gun fire from Gao Liujin's troops.

This time, Gao had plenty of ammunition and was no longer in a difficult situation like last time. The entire trainload of Japanese soldiers was wiped out by Gao Liujin's troops.

The arsenal's dismantling team quickly went over to dismantle it.

The transport team also quickly got to work.

Gao Liujin was scratching his head in frustration. Without capturing enough weapons and ammunition, he couldn't get his hands on that big prize. How could he close the gap with Li Yunlong?

(End of this chapter)