The most cattle cottage in the Anti-Japanese War

Chapter 236 A rare opportunity
At the wine table where Gao Jiu was, there were Gao Jiu, Zhang Quan, Jiang Xiaomei, Yang Jiong, Chief of Staff Liu Shao, and Wang Zhankui. Wang Yuling did not speak loudly and did not disturb the other people at the wine table.However, everyone at the wine table could hear clearly.Everyone was surprised and turned their attention to Gao Jiu.

After reading the telegram, Gao Jiu said calmly, "Second in charge, go and call the third in charge."

Zhang Quan went to another wine table and quietly called Guo Hengming over.Gao Jiu briefly explained the situation to him, and said, "You are in charge here, everyone should eat and drink, and don't disturb everyone for now."

Then, he said to the others: "Let's go to the war room and discuss it."

When everyone came to the war room, Chief of Staff Liu asked, "How many Japanese troops are here?"

Gao Jiu said: "The person who sent the telegram didn't know the specific situation. He just said that there were nearly a hundred vehicles of various types transporting the Japanese army. From this, it can be inferred that the Japanese army dispatched no less than an infantry brigade."

"So many!" Chief of Staff Liu said in surprise.

Then he asked: "Where is the target of the Japanese army? Isn't it going to Lu County? If this is the case, then you must immediately notify the regiment to prevent the Japanese army from attacking Zhiyuan County."

Gao Jiu shook his head and said, "Probably not. The 792 regiment has a strong force and has been operating in Zhiyuan County for such a long time. There are solid fortifications inside and outside the city. The strength of a Japanese brigade is not sure to attack Zhiyuan County. .

If they want to attack Zhiyuan County, they should put the entire 115th Regiment into battle, and they should strengthen some artillery.But they did not dispatch all their troops, nor did they carry large-caliber artillery. "

Although Chief of Staff Liu felt that what Gao Jiu said was reasonable, he was still worried.He asked: "The devils move at night, what if they are going to sneak attack Zhiyuan County?"

Wang Zhankui said: "Chief of Staff Liu, probably not. The Japanese army set off at 10:00 at night, and when they arrived at Zhiyuan County, it will be at least after 10:00 tomorrow morning. What is he attacking in broad daylight?"

What Wang Zhankui said made sense, and Chief of Staff Liu felt relieved.He then asked: "What are these Japanese troops going to do? Where is their goal? Oh! Master Jiu, they are probably coming here for your Peach Blossom Mountain?"

After all, Chief of Staff Liu is also an experienced general. He was just nervous for a while and didn't think clearly. Now that he has calmed down, he can make a more accurate analysis.

Gao Jiu nodded and said: "You're right. Based on the distance and their marching speed, the time when they arrived at Taohua Mountain should be around 5:00 in the morning, just in time to launch an attack on Taohua Mountain. There are no other The anti-Japanese armed forces, it is basically certain that they came for Peach Blossom Mountain.”

Out of trust in Gao Jiu, Jiang Xiaomei and Yang Jiong didn't show any worries.Wang Zhankui fought side by side with Gao Jiu many times, and he also trusted Gao Jiu, but he didn't express anything.

It was just an excuse for Chief of Staff Liu to come to Taohuashan to attend Du Shengxi's wedding.Entrusted by Wang Jindong, he discussed with Gao Jiu and others to establish a joint combat system in the southwestern region of Shandong.This matter has not been discussed yet, and they did not bring a large army. Hearing that the devils might attack Peach Blossom Mountain, he didn't want to stay here and take the risk.

He said: "If this is not the case, Deputy Wang Tuan and I will rush back to Zhiyuan County now, report to Tuan Zuo, and ask him to send troops to support Peach Blossom Mountain."

Wang Zhankui didn't answer his words, he asked, "Master Jiu, what are your plans?"

Gao Jiu said: "The Japanese army came prepared. They should already know the approximate location of the Taohuashan guerrilla camp. This battle is inevitable."

Hearing this, Chief of Staff Liu became more and more worried.However, he felt that it would be too explicit to say anything at this time.So, he decided to see what countermeasures Gao Jiu and the others had.

Zhang Quan said worriedly: "Jiuye, our fortifications in Taohua Mountain have not been perfected, and our current strength is not enough to withstand the attack of so many devils. If you are surrounded by devils, this battle will be difficult to fight." .”

Gao Jiu said: "We can't let them attack Peach Blossom Mountain right now, we have to keep the battlefield away from here.

Another point, although I speculate that the devils will come to Peach Blossom Mountain, but this is only speculation after all.Perhaps the target of the devils is really the 792 regiment in Zhiyuan County, or maybe your independent battalion in the Shangzhuangzi base area.

In case of emergency, Chief of Staff Liu, brother Zhankui, sister, and Commissar Yang, you should leave Taohuashan now and return to your army station to prevent the devils from attacking you. "

The iron triangle that formed the three joint operations, they originally planned to discuss formally after Du Shengxi and Zhao Xuemei's wedding tomorrow.Now that the three companies haven't formally formed a joint combat system, Gao Jiu really doesn't want to implicate them.

Jiang Xiaomei immediately became impatient, and said with an unhappy face: "Ninth brother, what are you talking about? Taohuashan is in danger, how can we leave at this time? We brought a platoon with more than 30 people. People, help you stick to Peach Blossom Mountain.

Yang Jiong also said firmly: "Captain Jiang is right, we will never leave at this time."

Wang Zhankui said: "Master Jiu, you are slapping me in the face when you say this. We also brought a platoon from the cavalry battalion, and Chief of Staff Liu also brought a guard squad. There are more than 40 people in total. Help you guard Peach Blossom Mountain."

Chief of Staff Liu felt that the disparity in the strength of the enemy and us was still too great. He originally wanted to leave Taohuashan as soon as possible.But when he saw everyone expressing his opinion like this, he was also a passionate soldier, and the blood in his heart was ignited. He said, "Master Jiu is so righteous, brother, I am willing to stay in Taohuashan."

Gao Jiu said with relief: "I understand how you feel, you are all good brothers. However, I have a way to deal with these devils."

Jiang Xiaomei said: "Ninth brother, I know you are capable, but you must tell us clearly about your plan. Otherwise, we will not leave."

Chief of Staff Liu asked: "Master Jiu, what are you going to do? There are so many devils, how can you prevent them from coming to Peach Blossom Mountain?"

Gao Jiu said: "Come with me." Everyone came to the sand table.

Gao Jiu picked up a very smooth polished baton, pointed at the sand table and said, "Look, the devils want to come to Peach Blossom Mountain, and their route is the Jizheng Highway. If they want to come to Peach Blossom Mountain, there are only two roads.

One is to take the county-level road from Yu County to Pingyue County, and then enter Shoucheng County. This road is a shortcut.

The other way is to continue south along the Jizheng Highway, and then enter Shoucheng County along the Pingtai Highway.This road will take more than 100 miles, and most of the way is mountainous, not only easy to encounter ambushes, but also too late in time.It can be said that they will not choose this path.Therefore, they will only choose the first path.

According to the road conditions of the road they passed, they could travel sixty to seventy miles per hour at the marching speed of the devil army. They entered Pingyue County at about two o'clock in the morning.

My opinion is to lead a capable cavalry unit to Pingyue County to meet the enemy.Fighting at night, the enemy is not familiar with the terrain and can't figure out our reality, so we will definitely be able to take advantage of it.

The Japanese army came here for a surprise attack. They saw that we were prepared and after being hit, they naturally understood that their campaign plan could not be realized. I think they will definitely give up this long-distance raid. "

Hearing this, everyone nodded frequently.Chief of Staff Liu said: "Master Jiu is right, we can send a small army to attack them, they know their plan has been exposed, Taohuashan has already taken precautions, and they should give up this battle plan. Very well, I fully agree with this battle plan."

Everyone also expressed no opinion.Jiang Xiaomei said: "Ninth brother, we will go with you."

Everyone said that they would follow Gao Jiu to meet the Japanese army.

Gao Jiu said: "Wait a moment, I'll think about it again." After speaking, he began to think deeply.

When everyone saw him like this, they waited silently on the sidelines.

After a while, Gao Jiu raised his head and smiled faintly.Everyone is very familiar with his signature smile.This smile is self-confidence and a sign of victory. Everyone looked at Gao Jiu with anticipation.

Gao Jiu said: "If the devils want to come and attack our Peach Blossom Mountain, then teach them a lesson. Let them understand that Peach Blossom Mountain doesn't just come and leave whenever they want. Since they dare to provoke us, they must pay a heavy price." the price.

He said: "I have decided that the main force of the Taohuashan Special Forces will all be dispatched to meet the enemy. Brother Zhankui and the brothers from the cavalry battalion you brought will act with me."

Wang Zhankui said happily: "No problem, I like to fight side by side with Master Jiu."

Jiang Xiaomei was not happy when she heard this, she said: "Ninth brother, what are we doing? I must go with you."

Gao Jiu said: "Sister, Commissar Yang, Brother Zhankui and I will go to tonight to toss and toss the devils first. The two of you rush back to the Independence Camp and bring your troops here."

Having said that, he pointed his baton at the junction of Yu County and Pingyue County.Said: "There is a forest here. You lay your troops in ambush here. When the devils retreat, lay an ambush here. Brother Zhankui and I led the brothers to attack them from behind. We attack from both sides. Even if we don't You can keep all the devils, or you can eat some of them."

Jiang Xiaomei and Yang Jiong immediately became happy when they heard this.Yang Jiong said: "Great! We have long wanted to fight the devils and avenge the comrades who died in the Independence Battalion."

Jiang Xiaomei said happily: "Ninth brother, I will listen to you."

Gao Jiu said: "Chief of Staff Liu, you also rush back to Zhiyuan County and tell you, Commander Wang, that there is a good opportunity to make meritorious deeds and make a fortune. I suggest you seize it firmly."

Chief of Staff Liu asked curiously, "What good opportunity?"

Gao Jiu said: "Now the Japanese army doesn't have a main force in your area of ​​defense. You can just sit in a car and pull a cannon to attack Lu County. There are only dozens of people from the gendarmerie of the devils. With the addition of a hundred or so puppet troops, it would be a breeze to take them down. There are also a lot of gold, silver and treasures there, just waiting for you to grab them.

The 18th Battalion of the Japanese Cavalry is now gone. This time the devils left Jinan City and mobilized a large number of vehicles to attack Taohua Mountain.Although there are still a large number of troops in Jinan Cheng, they can't do it on two legs if they want to reinforce Lu County.When they came to Lu County, you had already ransacked Lu County and left.Taking down the county seat and recovering the lost ground is such a big contribution, so much oil and water, you 792 regiment should not let it go?"

Last time in Lanxi County, the 792 regiment made a fortune.As the chief of staff, of course he made a lot of money.Chief of Staff Liu smiled and said, "Oh! The Ninth Master is the Ninth Master. You are right. This is really a good opportunity. Brother, I will send a telegram to the regiment, asking him to send troops to attack Lu County directly. After sending the telegram From now on, brother, I’ll go back directly. I’m leaving.” After speaking, he turned around and left.

Seeing that Chief of Staff Liu was gone, Jiang Xiaomei and Yang Jiong also took their leave and left.

Jiang Xiaomei walked to the door, turned her head and said to Gao Jiu, "Brother Jiu, be careful when fighting, don't take too many risks."

Gao Jiu nodded with a smile, and said, "You too, take care of yourself."

Jiang Xiaomei smiled, turned and left.

Chief of Staff Liu, Jiang Xiaomei and others all came on horseback. They came to the valley and left Peach Blossom Mountain as fast as they could.

Afterwards, Gao Jiu ordered troops and set off.

In this expedition, the main force of the Taohuashan guerrillas was dispatched. A total of 90 members were dispatched. Zhang Quan and Guo Hengming followed Gao Jiu to act together.

Gao Jiu and others all rode horses, and they also used 40 horses to carry a large amount of supplies.After finishing their formation, the team members headed out of the mountain together with Wang Zhankui's cavalry battalion.

After walking about five miles, they saw someone riding a horse waiting in front of them. It turned out to be Du Shengxi.

Gao Jiu shook his head slightly, and said, "Didn't you not be allowed to go? You will be the bridegroom officer tomorrow, so you don't want to participate in this battle."

Du Shengxi shook his head stubbornly and said: "Jiu Ye, all the brothers are going to fight, how can I enjoy the happiness at home alone? After I finish this battle, it will not be too late to come back and get married."

Gao Jiu knew that he couldn't persuade him, so he didn't say any more.Nodding towards him, he rode his horse forward.

Du Sheng came to the team happily, found his own fire support team, and marched with everyone.

On the Jizheng Highway, the Japanese army's convoy turned on its headlights, and the long convoy was like a long dragon, driving forward mightily.

Yoshito Hamada and Setzo Yazaki were sitting in the same car.He felt his eyelids twitching, and for some reason, whenever he thought of Gao Jiu's name, he felt guilty.

The plan to attack Peach Blossom Mountain this time was proposed by him.Being able to defeat Gao Jiu is of course a great achievement, but if you can't defeat Gao Jiu, you must bear certain responsibilities.

Distraught, he closed his eyes and dozed off.

At this moment, a motorcycle from behind caught up, and they were sending a telegram.

The major adjutant in the passenger seat took the telegram and handed it to Setzo Yazaki.Setzo Yazaki finished reading the telegram and signaled to stop.

The black car stopped on the side of the road, and the large Japanese army continued to move forward.

Hamada Yoshito was closing his eyes to rest, he felt the car stopped, and opened his eyes.

Setzo Yazaki handed him the telegram.

After reading the telegram, Hamada Yoshito couldn't help frowning.

(End of this chapter)