Age of Rebirth

At that time, there was no large-scale oil development in the western part of the United States, and it was still a barren and barren land. Except for a few port cities on the west coast, the small towns in other areas had a population of tens of thousands, which was a very prosperous place. Yes, Yajima is one of them.

Because the senior military officers of Japan and Italy will meet here, a few days in advance, the local Japanese garrison followed the instructions of Lieutenant General Hengshan, and made the town of Yajima full of flowers like a festival. The atmosphere, the only tavern in town, naturally became the venue for the welcome banquet.

The meeting between Lieutenant General Hengshan and Lieutenant General Magsilotti was absolutely friendly and warm. Both sides had their own needs. Lieutenant General Hengshan faced the fierce independent division of more than [-] troops coming from Canada. The arrival of the third army of the Italian Asia Expeditionary Army happened to be able to relieve the immediate crisis, almost like a great savior.

The arrival of Lieutenant General Magsilotti is to take over the defense of the Japanese-occupied area in the western United States from the hands of the Japanese, and to include the land in the hands of the Japanese into the territory of Italy. , you can get benefits, Italians are naturally very happy to do it.

Moreover, Lieutenant General Magsilotti came here with the mentality of a savior. Naturally, his words must be arrogant and superior, and he speaks without any scruples. Can you stand this?

But today is not what it used to be. The Japanese army in North America is basically cut off from the mainland, like duckweed without roots, and panic like a bereaved dog.Can't bring up the slightest arrogance, on the contrary.I am full of gratitude for the Italian army to help at a critical time.

For this military uniform is straight.The Italian lieutenant general with an arrogant attitude and a majestic spirit, in addition to his flattery, he also showed respect outside. The whole welcome banquet revolved around Lieutenant General Magisilotti. Your Excellency, vanity is greatly gratified.

However, Lieutenant General Magsilotti has not forgotten his mission.At the wine table, the words were spread out, "General Hengshan, the reason why I led my troops this time is to take over the defense of this area. Presumably, Your Excellency should know that your two countries have reached an agreement, and I hope to take over the defense in this area." In the process, we can get the strong cooperation of your army!"

Lieutenant General Hengshan has known for a long time that the imperial base camp has put the interests of the Great Japanese Empire in North America.It was transferred to the Italians. This is a matter decided by the domestic high-level. How can a small lieutenant general himself change the overall situation.Furthermore, the army of the Chinese Independent Division came fiercely from the direction of Canada, wishing that the Italians would take over this hot potato.

Lieutenant General Hengshan said sincerely: "General Magsilotti. The Kingdom of Italy and the Empire of Japan are allies and friendly countries for generations. I have received an order from our country's headquarters to transfer the current defense of our division. Handing over to your team without moving, this is something I am very happy to do!"

Lieutenant General Magcilotti did not expect that the Japanese, who have always been petty and greedy, would be so easy to talk and give up the interests of the western United States without any discount. He raised his glass with joy and said, "Dear General Yokoyama, for you I personally express my admiration for the act of understanding the righteousness, and I am sincerely excited about the enduring friendship between Italy and Japan, come to cheers, and after the banquet is over, I will arrange for my subordinates to hand over to your army!"

Lieutenant General Hengshan cursed inwardly, "You fucking monkeys are so anxious, you don't even heat up your butt, you only care about the actual benefits, what kind of shitty friendship between the two countries, if there is no benefit, you Italians can go far away Come here, what ghosts believe in enduring friendship!"

Thinking this way in my heart, I drank the wine in my mouth, but the bitter taste came out. Originally, there was no big problem in handing over the defense under normal circumstances, it was just a matter of going through the formalities, but now it is not possible. The independent division of China has more than [-] The People's Army is coming from the direction of Canada. Their own strength is insufficient and the morale of the troops is low, but the Italians are now full of confidence and arrogant. If they don't make good use of it, they will be sorry to His Majesty the Emperor!

Lieutenant General Hengshan rolled his eyes, raised his neck, drank the wine in the glass, and then said with a sigh: "General Magsilotti, according to the normal situation, the transfer of defense is not a problem, but it is different now, China Independent Division The troops are approaching here from the direction of Canada, I think, I am afraid that the handover of defense will have to be postponed for some time!"

"Our imperial army of the Imperial Japanese Army has already made all the psychological preparations to resolutely fight against the invading enemy. When the time comes, once the war breaks out, I'm afraid you won't be able to take care of handing over the defense. Also, I hope your The ** team retreated temporarily to avoid undue losses, and my soldiers will resist the attack of the Chinese, why, did your country not get relevant information?"

Lieutenant General Hengshan used the aggressive method and the two tactics of advancing as retreat, and he also saw that this Italian lieutenant general was arrogant, arrogant, and looked down on anyone. If he said so, there must be something Effect.

Sure enough, Lieutenant General Magsilotti rolled his eyelids disapprovingly, and said proudly: "This statement is wrong. When I was ordered to lead the troops northward, the headquarters had already notified the situation, which is why I arrived early. The reason here, are the Chinese, heh, it’s not worth mentioning, and the Italian army will not have the habit of pushing its allies to the front and shrinking behind itself!"

"Well, starting tomorrow, our Italian army will take over all the defense of your army, and the Japanese army can withdraw to the second line to rest. With all due respect, according to my observations along the way, it seems that your army's current supplies are out of stock. many problems!"

Lieutenant General Hengshan's face became hot for a while. When the imperial army of the Japanese Empire was reduced to the current situation, it was all caused by that damned China devil Tang Qiuli. Said: "General Magsilotti, I admire your meticulous observation skills. To be honest, my division's logistics supplies are now basically dependent on the help of the Germans!"

"Your Excellency should also know that for some reason, our relationship with the Germans was rather stagnant before, and the misunderstanding between the two sides was relatively deep. The supplies provided by the Germans were only enough for the soldiers not to be hungry. It is ashamed to say it, really. I am very ashamed..."

"General Hengshan, please stop talking!" Lieutenant General Magsilotti interrupted him, and said in a tone of deep sympathy and wealth: "I understand the current situation of your army. The logistics supply of the army in the region is all undertaken by our Italian army, ensuring that friendly soldiers will have plenty of physical strength to fight our common enemy, the Chinese. In addition, I will replace a batch of light weapons and heavy equipment for your army , to replace your current preparations!"

Lieutenant General Hengshan was overjoyed. This is a good thing, the Italians are rich and powerful, and they are taking advantage of it for nothing. If you don’t agree, you are a fool. "General Magsilotti, I want to cooperate with an ally like you It is a great honor to arrive here, and from now on, the 130th Division of the Empire of Japan stationed in North America will work hand in hand with its allies, the Italian Army, to completely crush the Chinese invasion!"

Although Lieutenant General Hengshan looks like a stalwart on the outside, he is also quite experienced in flattering. Lieutenant General Magisilotti accepted the Japanese flattery very frankly, and both sides got what they wanted , the atmosphere of the next banquet became more and more lively. Once again, the two Japanese and Italian officials hooked their shoulders and drank happily, as if they were brothers in the previous life.

After the banquet, before leaving, Lieutenant General Hengshan winked at the two most attractive female subordinates. The two Japanese female officers understood, and they were so coquettish around Lieutenant General Magsilotti, chattering loudly. Constantly, the fragrant body leaned upwards.

Lieutenant General Magcilotti, who has long been a big fan of these two coquettish Japanese female officers, is a seasoned veteran. Seeing the two Japanese girls posting them softly, how could he not know why? Naturally, he accepted the matter with a smile, got into the car with his arms around the woman, and walked away.

Lieutenant General Hengshan's smiling eyes just now suddenly turned cold, his heart was engulfed by a strong sense of shame, but he didn't resent the Italians for taking the Japanese woman away in front of him, but expressed his gratitude to the independent The division troops had even more deep-seated hatred. If it wasn't for the reasons of the Chinese, would he, a dignified Lieutenant General of the Imperial Japanese Army, have to smile in front of the Italians and hand over the woman?

"Go back!" Lieutenant General Hengshan said coldly to his subordinates. After getting in the car, he looked at the sky rolling in yellow sand outside the window and remained silent for a long time. Shall we hand over to the Italians all defenses from Everett to Spokane starting tomorrow?"

"Not tomorrow, but tonight!" Lieutenant General Hengshan said sullenly: "After returning, Mr. Qingshui immediately issued an order in the name of the Division Headquarters. The troops belonging to the Division will all evacuate now from midnight tonight. Gather on the front line of Salem, leaving only a small number of officers in the original position, waiting for the reception of the Italian army!"

"At zero o'clock tonight?" Chief of Staff Qing Shui thought about it for a while, and felt it was wrong, so he suggested: "Division commander, it is already past eight o'clock at night, is the time too hasty? You must give the troops some time to prepare." !"

"Prepare for what?" Lieutenant General Hengshan said in a bad tone: "What else do we need to prepare now? Could it be that the soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army are going to evacuate their positions in broad daylight in front of the eyes of the Italian soldiers?" Is it? The only thing I can do now is to use the cover of the night to make the soldiers of the empire less humiliated!"

Major General Qingshui understood completely, and replied with a sigh: "It's the head of the division, I'll pass on your order right away!"

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