Age of Rebirth

As soon as Tang Qiuli's voice fell, Stilwell's heart immediately reached his throat, his face changed color, but his heart was relieved, "That's right, there is no bargaining, this is not in line with Tang Qiuli's personality, his The small request should be an opportunity to let the lion open his mouth and hit himself hard," thinking of this, the little bit of guilt in Stilwell's heart disappeared.

The change in Stilwell's expression fell into Tang Qiuli's eyes. To be honest, if he hadn't bought time for the Japanese, he wouldn't mind killing the Americans, even if they broke up because of it. If the matter falls apart, there is nothing to lose. Anyway, I have not gained much, and I have nothing to lose.

Tang Qiuli said slowly: "My request is very simple. The weapons and equipment of the five divisions must be delivered to my troops within one month, and the time for my troops to launch an attack must be within five days. More than a month later, at the end of August, these two requirements were met, and I immediately started preparing for the battle!"

The first request, Stilwell agreed without hesitation. It was originally a candy given to the Chinese. The second request, out of the sensitivity and vigilance of a soldier, Stilwell realized that things were not that simple. In a month's time, who knows what changes will happen to the situation, maybe the Japanese have already done it?

Stilwell was not Tang Qiuli's boss, nor did he have the authority to command the independent division. From the perspective of the headquarters of the Allied Forces in China and the South Pacific, his position as chief of staff was still in the hands of Tang Qiuli, the second deputy commander in chief. Under the circumstances, he didn't dare to directly question Tang Qiuli's request. He annoyed this important Chinese who could influence the situation in Southeast Asia. He turned his face on the spot and refused to send troops. [

Therefore, Stilwell could only politely dismiss Tang Qiuli's request in a suggested way.He pretended to be heavy and said: "General Tang, you know the current situation better than me. The Japanese are entrenched in Singapore. It is always a hidden danger. In five months, the Japanese can re-form an army on the mainland. At that time, the general's troops will inevitably bear the brunt of the attack, so I think that the preparation time for the battle should be two months, that is, before the end of April, and launch the attack. Of course, this is my personal suggestion. For reference only. The specific time is for General Tang to decide on his own."

Tang Qiuli thought to himself: "The Japanese are definitely going to do it, but the target is you Americans, so I'm not in a hurry." Of course, I have to do enough to save face, his face darkened, and he looked at Shi Shi with piercing eyes. Diwei burst out with anger.

Stilwell murmured that something was wrong, it seemed.The Chinese wanted to show off his power, and was about to explain a few words to save the situation, but Tang Qiuli waved his hand roughly, interrupting what he was about to say and the atmosphere in the room.Suddenly tense up.

After a while, Tang Qiuli gradually calmed down his anger, and his face returned to normal, but he said in a very stern tone: "General Stilwell, you are a soldier, and you also serve as the chief of staff of the Allied Headquarters. The series of battles that took place is very clear in my heart. Since my independent division entered Burma, I have gone through wars and used my own strength to fight against the two dispatched troops of the Japanese army. The troops have always been in combat and have not rested. Are you clear?"

This is the truth. When the independent division troops were fighting the Japanese army in the Indochina Peninsula, the Americans did not move. Moreover, MacArthur was still secretly flirting with the Japanese, stumbling Tang Qiuli's troops. , Stilwell knows better than anyone else that he has something to say.

Tang Qiuli went on to say: "Especially in the battle of Yangon, the Japanese army under Ito received reinforcements from the sea, land and air forces, which caused my independent division to suffer great losses when they conquered Yangon. Almost one-third, as for why the Japanese army trapped in the isolated city was able to receive external reinforcements, the reason, your Excellency, you will not tell me that you don’t know, will you? Ah!”

Stilwell knew the reason. Apart from MacArthur, who didn't do good things, Stilwell knew the reason best. To put it bluntly, the Americans released the water and let the Japanese Navy's Third Fleet and four first-class divisions land troops , Swaggering through the Strait of Malacca without any form of blocking, as a side of the Allied Forces, MacArthur did too much.

But, these words, can Stilwell say these words to Tang Qiuli? Obviously not, Tang Qiuli complained as if pointing something, he could only listen, Tang Qiuli continued: "You are also a general, you know How difficult is the preparation work before the launch of a major battle? Hundreds of thousands of troops, from the adjustment and mobilization of troop deployment, to the replenishment of supplies and equipment, do not take half a year, and there is no way to complete it. The five months I said are still ahead of schedule. Yes, besides, my troops have just finished a big battle."

Looking at Stilwell, who had fallen into a semi-petrified state, Tang Qiuli softened his tone and said, "If I hadn't considered the overall interests of the Allied Forces and the dangerous situation facing the US military, I would never have done so without adequate preparation. Under such circumstances, the offensive was launched hastily. At this point, no one can influence me, Tang Qiuli, including the headquarters of the Allied Forces. I will not take the lives of my soldiers as a joke."

Speaking of this level, Stilwell fully understands that this is Tang Qiuli's final bottom line. People don't take it to heart if they are not equipped. It is clear that my troops are exhausted. Time to catch your breath?If I persisted, I'm afraid it would really fall apart, and I wouldn't be able to catch anything.

Stilwell sighed, what is the fucking confidence? This is confidence. Having soldiers in your hands is confidence. If you insist on your own opinion, you will be a fool that even God will not forgive. He hurriedly said: "General Tang, you I understand all the circumstances, just follow your schedule, and I will truthfully respond to the Allied Forces Headquarters for the specific situation."

Tang Qiuli almost burst out laughing, "What kind of allied army headquarters, what a fucking bullshit, why don't you go back and talk to that old guy MacArthur, I've already settled for the Americans, and the rest is up to the Japanese Is the action fast enough? In five months, the Americans will not prepare for war because they have received their own promises. I hope the Japanese will not let themselves down."

On the tiger shark action plan, Tang Qiuli signed his name with all his teeth and claws. Stilwell was relieved, and kept it precious. He didn't want to stay in Yangon for even a minute, and declined Tang Qiuli's kindness To persuade him to stay, he rushed to the airport immediately and returned to Manila. He brought back what MacArthur wanted and what Tang Qiuli wanted to give.

Looking at Stilwell's hurried figure, Tang Qiuli finally couldn't help laughing out loud. The Americans fell into their tricks of slowing down the troops, and the Japanese fell into their tricks of alienation again. Southeast Asia was going to be lively. Stilwell thought he If you sign it, it's a certainty, and you can't go back on your word. As everyone knows, the tiger shark action plan that the Japanese saw was not signed by themselves. That is to say, it is a unilateral plan by the Americans who wants to kill the Japanese. What has it to do with me? ?

Putting the Americans together fiercely, Tang Qiuli was in a very happy mood, and happily drove back to the division headquarters. When he arrived at the gate, he found that dozens of vehicles of various types were parked in the square in front of the division's gate. Obviously, Brother Qiu Sheng is not holding a meeting of the Military Control Committee, but a different office, two streets away!

Tang Qiuli couldn't help being puzzled. He asked a special guard to inquire about the situation. After a while, the special guard ran back, stood in front of the car, and saluted, "Report to the teacher, the situation is clear. Members, come to find Deputy Teacher Tang, and Mr. Murong Bowang, the chairman of the Yangon Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, and the main members of the General Chamber of Commerce have also arrived at the teacher, and Deputy Teacher Tang is meeting them."

Tang Qiuli frowned. This guessing Weng Song became more and more troublesome. Today, he came to force the palace. The strange thing is, what did Mr. Murong Bowang and the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce get involved with?Could it be that the two have joined together?

Shanhu looked back at Tang Qiuli, and said, "Master, should we avoid it first, and then communicate with brother Qiusheng to understand the situation, and then make a plan." Tang Qiuli shook his head and said, "No, it's boils. We have no reason to avoid those who are in the early stage, but I want to know who is that Guai Weng Song? Is he superhuman! Drive, go directly to the reception room!" He ordered the driver to come.

As soon as I arrived in the corridor of the reception room, I heard the endless chatter in the room, both Chinese and local languages. It seemed to be arguing about something. The noise was like a vegetable market. Tang Qiuli felt uncomfortable when he heard it. Comfortable, it's a law, there are no rules, what do you take my independent division headquarters for, a vegetable market or a bar? [

When he entered, there was quite a commotion, there were more than 200 people in the room, how could there be reporters?They all turned their heads and looked in surprise. This young general with a sinking face, a heroic spirit, and a strutting head couldn't figure out who the hell he was, since he dared to directly barge into such an important occasion.

The deputy division commander Tang Qiusheng, chief of staff Yang Ketian, and several other officers who were sitting at the front desk saw the division commander coming, and stood up to salute, "Hello, division commander!" Glancing at Tang Qiusheng, he saw the anger and anger in Brother Qiusheng's eyes, and he understood what was going on in his heart.

It must be this group of people who are making trouble, talking in a hurry, and Brother Qiusheng's other identity is the director of the Yangon Military Control Committee. It is reasonable for these people to seek him out. There is a posture of hitting the door!

Before he could speak, Tang Qiuli was already furious. The deputy commander of the besieging independent division, the director of the Yangon Military Control Committee, and the commander of the corps with 10,000+ heavy troops in his hand, who gave these people the courage?

(to be continued) (to be continued...)

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