Agents of the Republic of China

Geng Xiaozheng, as the liaison officer of the former Myanmar Expeditionary Force stationed in Yangon, arrived in Tonggu at this time. Originally, he followed the command of the Commander of the Expeditionary Force. The lack of understanding of Myanmar as a country has become the biggest problem at present.Among other things, grassroots commanders and soldiers have close to zero understanding of Myanmar's local folk culture, not to mention the local people's aversion to the expeditionary force. In their eyes, the British are invaders, and the squadron were accomplices, and the Japanese were allies who rescued them.

Under the planning of the Burmese Defense Forces, the former Burmese Independence Volunteer Army, Myanmar locals organized numerous resistance organizations and began to spontaneously harass the expeditionary army. Poisoning, assassination, and small-scale attacks emerged one after another, causing the expeditionary army a headache.Under such circumstances, on the one hand, the Expeditionary Force began to adopt targeted policies to ease the relationship with the locals; Help officers and soldiers understand the local culture and provide advice on the conduct of the current war.

At this time, the headquarters of the Xiaoshan Command had entered Tonggu and was ordered to station at Yongkegang Airport. At the same time, it formed a temporary command organization with the headquarters of Dai Anlan of the 0th Division.In the appointment of the first commander, Xiao Shanling magnanimously took the way of concessions. Dai Anlan was born in Huangpu and was also Chiang Kai-shek's favorite new general. He had done careful research and preparation for the Burmese war, so he He is the most suitable commander for the current Tonggu defense battle.Although Xiao Shanling is now the deputy chief of staff of the Expeditionary Army, he also understands his current situation, so he wisely retreated to the position of deputy, and fully assisted Dai Anlan in arranging the defense of the city. Dai Anlan also admired this endlessly.

After Geng Xiaozheng arrived at Tonggu to report, he devoted himself to work.Firstly, I held a training class for local officers in Burmese local language, teaching common language phrases, which is conducive to communicating with local people. In addition, I taught some customs of Myanmar, especially telling soldiers that Myanmar is a country dominated by Buddhist beliefs. Soldiers must pay attention to the beliefs of the local people in Myanmar.Geng Xiaozheng's dedication and professionalism made the officers of the headquarters appreciate him very much, and Dai Anlan and Xiao Shanling also looked at him differently.

At this time, the main forces of the 55th and 56th Divisions of the Japanese Army had already reached Tonggu City, with a total force of nearly 3 troops. On the side of the expeditionary force, there were 6000 troops stationed at Tonggu's Dai Anlan and Xiaoshan Command. However, Liao Yaoxiang's new 22nd Division was still fighting fiercely with the Japanese blocking forces, and could not support Tonggu for the time being.

Although the Expeditionary Army did not have an advantage in terms of strength, the 0th Division was a mechanized full-staffed elite unit that had made great achievements in the War of Resistance. Needless to say, in terms of artillery equipment, the Japanese troops of the two divisions were equipped with a total of There are more than 0 field artillery and mortars, and the 160th division is equipped with more than [-] artillery pieces of various types. This has not included the various artillery brought by the guerrilla brigade for reinforcements. The only shortcoming is air superiority. It is a pity that the expeditionary force needs to face the bombing of three Japanese air squadrons without the cooperation of the air force.

After stationing in Tonggu, Dai Anlan ordered his subordinates to start building a defense system. Fortunately, the British army originally built Tonggu as a defensive city and treated it as the only fortress on the southern Myanmar plain. Therefore, the defense of each echelon The system is fairly complete.

Dai Anlan came back from inspecting the defense line outside the city, and just as he walked into the headquarters with Geng Xiaozheng and other officers, he met Xiao Shanling who had just returned.The two greeted each other, and then walked into the office with several deputies and staff officers.

The guards hurriedly brought up the cold boiled water they had prepared, and everyone drank it together. There was nothing they could do. Although the climate conditions in Myanmar and Yunnan were very similar, there were still some differences. From January to April every year, it entered the hottest season, and the average temperature They are all above [-] degrees Celsius, and from June to September is the so-called rainy season. Needless to say, high temperature and humidity will be the main characteristics of the climate in Myanmar during this period. For the expeditionary force that has just entered Myanmar, It will be somewhat uncomfortable, so Xiao Shanling organized military doctors and soldiers with a little knowledge of medicine to pick some summer herbs to prevent large-scale infectious diseases in the barracks. Strict measures must also be taken to dispose of the remains. One mistake will affect the entire Tonggu garrison.

Geng Xiaozheng suddenly said: "Deputy Chief of Staff, I have a small suggestion for my humble position."

Xiao Shanling raised his head with a smile. He was quite optimistic about Geng Xiaozheng, a hard-working young officer. Although this person was from the Sichuan Army and had a close relationship with the top brass of the Sichuan Army, Xiao Shanling never asked about his background. In particular, he himself is not from the authentic direct lineage, so he has no such grudges. "Speak boldly!"

"Since Asan Shozo, the commander of the Southern Army of the Japanese Army, suffered a sudden illness and quit the command sequence, Fufumi Yamashita, who was far away in the Philippines, was promoted exceptionally, and came to Burma as a temporary commander and concurrently as the commander of the No.15 Army. The undefeated records of Singapore, Malaya, and the Philippines. Although this person has a strong interest in offense, he is extremely meticulous and meticulous. These, before the military commander Yangon Station was seized, he once reported to our expeditionary force After passing a detailed intelligence report, this time, Yamashita Fengwen changed his previous attack style like a storm, first stayed in Yangon for two days, and then, after the tentative attack, stopped all attacks on Yangon. I think there must be some conspiracy in it." Geng Xiaozheng said neither humble nor overbearing.

Dai Anlan and Xiao Shanling nodded approvingly.

"So, I think our department must be prepared to fight a protracted war!" Geng Xiaozheng expressed his conclusion.

Dai Anlan nodded, "Deputy Chief of Staff Xiao and I have reached an agreement on this point. After the British army retreats, our department will independently face more than 2 elite Japanese troops, including a mechanized division that Yamashita Fengfumi transferred from the Kwantung Army." One can imagine the difficulty of the regiment, so we must be fully prepared, once the battle starts, we will have no time to adjust the deployment."

Xiao Shanling stood up, "Mr. Dai, the defensive position at the airport still needs to be strengthened. I will rush back immediately. I think I will leave the logistics support of Tonggu to Geng Xiaozheng. After all, he has stayed in Myanmar for a while. Time, not only know the local dialect, but also understand the local conditions and customs, and do things more efficiently."

Dai Anlan also agreed with Xiao Shanling's suggestion, so she ordered Geng Xiaozheng to temporarily act as the director of the General Affairs Department of the Tonggu Expeditionary Army, and take care of all the trivial matters of logistics.

Geng Xiaozheng got up, he seemed to be a little hesitant, "Master, I have a merciless request."

"speak!"

"That's right. I have a friend whose family was trapped in Yangon before. This person was also a special commissioner sent by Chongqing before. I wonder if I can inquire about it through the intelligence system of the expeditionary force."

Dai Anlan frowned, "Which one is it?"

Geng Xiaozheng looked at Dai Anlan's expression, and answered cautiously, "Tang Lin."

Xiao Shanling opened his mouth all of a sudden, "You also know...?"

However, Dai Anlan interrupted Xiao Shanling's words arbitrarily, and glared at Geng Xiaozheng, "Presumptuous, when is this, the war is coming, how can the intelligence department have time to do these things, besides, since it is a special agent sent by Chongqing A member, that is a soldier, a soldier should have the awareness to die on the battlefield and shroud in horse leather, at such a moment, how can he spend manpower and material resources to find someone, if this is the case, don't mention it again in the future!"

Geng Xiaozheng hastily nodded in agreement, Lian Sheng apologized, but there was a smug smile in his eyes.

After Geng Xiaozheng left, Dai Anlan cupped his fists at Xiao Shanling, "Brother Tie Nong, I just offended you. The matter of Commissioner Tang is still top secret. When I sent troops to Tonggu, Commander Luo personally summoned him. Apart from military arrangements, there is no It is to let me secretly investigate the whereabouts of Commissioner Tang, and repeatedly explain that Commissioner Tang is a talented person in the country. If there is any news about him, we must ensure his safety and keep secret. Although this Geng Xiaozheng is very capable, but after all He was from the Sichuan Army, we don’t know his details, so we have to guard against him.”

Xiao Shanling came to his senses at this moment, and couldn't help feeling a little ashamed, "I was careless, I just remembered after you said it, I didn't even ask how this Geng Xiaozheng met Commissioner Tang, I was really rude."

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After Geng Xiaozheng came out of the temporary headquarters, he got into a residential building not far away. This place has been requisitioned by the headquarters as an officer's dormitory. Officers at the staff level are all assigned here. He walked into his room. During the meeting, a military officer followed.

"How's the situation?" Geng Xiaozheng asked the officer who followed.

"In the morning, I followed you and checked it out. The position of the 55th Division is only three kilometers away from the Tonggu defensive position. I found a gap where I can sneak out. I can start operations in the early morning."

A smile slowly appeared on Geng Xiaozheng's face, he couldn't help but sat back in his chair, and lighted a cigarette leisurely, "Very well, since Harada Masao Junyu was broken, we have lost contact with the dispatching army, and many information can't be obtained." Send it out in time. Except for a few of us who were temporarily transferred to Myanmar, the latent personnel in Chongqing were not spared. Now, as long as we contact the southern army on the opposite side, we can definitely use Tonggu as a gift with our ability. Dedicated to the Imperial Army, when the time comes, you and I will be recorded in the annals of history as heroes of the Empire forever."

The officer's face also showed yearning and fanaticism, but he had some doubts. "Major Yoshikawa, why did you pursue that Chinese woman? Could it be that you really like her?"

Geng Xiaozheng showed a trace of hostility on his face, "What is a Chinese woman? I am interested in the entire family and wealth behind her. Remember, as secret agents, our only mission is to lurk. Deeper, the greater the achievements in the future. As the leaders of the Nanyang Chinese, the Dong family is inextricably linked to many secret activities. As long as I can break into their family, I will be able to control them and Chongqing and even It's the inside story of the American transaction. Don't forget, there is also the fiance of the Chinese woman, who is a mysterious figure."

Geng Xiaozheng smacked his lips, "However, to be honest, that Dong Jiayi still suits my appetite."

The two snickered at each other for a while, but Geng Xiaozheng immediately became serious, "You set off in the early morning, but pay attention to the return time, remember, what we need is to lurk, and there must be no loopholes. Also, tell them about Tonggu's defense plan At the same time, we must ask them to assist in finding a Chongqing commissioner named Tang Lin. If this person is not dead, he will definitely be in Yangon now, so they must find this person!"