flstandardbreds Chapter 305 The New 9th Army's First Operation
Chapter 305 The New 9th Army's First Operation
Eight in the morning.
Bai Luo, who had just returned from the forest shooting range, was squatting at the entrance of the cave, showing off beef buns to the silly girl and silly bear beside him.
As for Qin Lan, she was left in the woods by Bai Luo to practice shooting miserably.
He taught Qin Lan to shoot for two hours, which almost drove him to the brink of collapse. It was more tiring than killing 200 Japanese soldiers.
Ten minutes earlier, after seeing Zhang Yunhai lead the team back to the shooting range, Bai Luo immediately handed Qin Lan over to Zhang Yunhai, pretending not to see Zhang Yunhai's resentful gaze, and ran back to the cave to eat breakfast.
“Secretary, the one squatting at the cave entrance taking the bun next to the black bear is Bai Luo.”
Just as Bai Luo was about to sneakily take the big meat bun next to the silly bear, he heard Wang Yu's soft voice coming from not far behind him in the cave.
Bai Luo quickly withdrew her hand, which had already touched the meat bun, and turned to look behind her.
Not far inside the cave, Wang Yu was helping Wang Gang walk slowly toward Bai Luo, followed by several soldiers carrying packs.
Seeing their expressions, Bai Luo figured they were probably preparing to go back.
When Wang Yu saw Bai Luo turn to look in his direction, he immediately greeted her.
"Good morning, Xiao Luo. This is our Party Secretary Wang Gang. He heard that you were still in the neighborhood today and insisted on coming to thank you in person."
Bai Luo felt somewhat embarrassed upon hearing this. Ever since healed Wang Gang's injuries, he had never appeared in front of Wang Gang while Wang Gang was conscious.
This can be considered the first time the two have officially met.
After Wang Yu finished his introduction, Wang Gang gently broke free from Wang Yu's support, endured the discomfort in his abdomen, and slowly and steadily walked to Bai Luo.
He stood ramrod straight and gave Bai Luo a solemn military salute.
"Comrade Xiao Luo, I've heard from Wang Yu about all the help you've given us during this time."
"I'm a soldier, I don't know how to say sentimental things, but from now on, as long as you ask, and as long as you don't violate the code of conduct of my Red Party, I'll go through fire and water for you, I'll be there without hesitation."
Bai Luo immediately returned the greeting to Wang Gang.
"Secretary Wang, you're too kind. I have some connections with the Red Party, and we're just helping each other out. There's no need for words of thanks; besides, it's all for the sake of fighting the Japanese."
"That's different, one horse belongs to one..."
After Bai Luo finished speaking, seeing that Wang Gang still wanted to continue, Bai Luo quickly changed the subject.
"Secretary Wang, are you leaving already? Why don't you stay and rest for a couple more days?"
When Wang Gang saw Bai Luo change the subject, he paused for a moment, but ultimately did not continue what he had just said.
Instead, they continued talking along with Bai Luo's words.
"Yes, so many things have happened while I was unconscious, and the team is now severely weakened. There are many things that urgently need my attention when I get back."
Besides, my wound has already started to heal, so it won't have much of an impact.
Bai Luo nodded upon hearing this and didn't try to stop him. He turned around and shouted at the silly bear who was still munching on a steamed bun.
"Silly bear, go and bring over a few of your horses."
Upon hearing Bai Luo's words, the silly bear, whose mouth was stuffed with buns, revealed a deep reluctance in his round eyes.
But she still swayed her large, fat rear end and walked toward the stables not far away.
Wang Gang was quite taken aback by the silly bear's lifelike eyes.
He thought to himself, "This black bear must be a spirit."
He immediately realized what was happening and hurriedly said to Bai Luo.
"Xiao Luo, that won't do. We already owe you too much. How can we possibly take your horse back?"
“Secretary Wang, you already owe enough, so a few more horses won’t make a difference. Besides, apart from Wang Yu, you’re all injured, and with just two legs, it’s easy for your wounds to reopen.”
Wang Gang was taken aback by Bai Luo's unique way of persuading people and didn't know how to respond for a moment.
But Bai Luo was right. He and the four soldiers behind him were all injured. Traveling on foot for a long time would not only be slow, but it would also easily cause their injuries to flare up.
He stopped being coy and readily agreed.
"Then thank you in advance, Xiao Luo. Please feel free to ask if you need anything in the future."
By the way, I heard from Wang Yu that you really need intelligence about Xiong Guo and the Japanese fortress. As soon as I receive any such intelligence, I'll have Wang Yu send it to you immediately.
Upon hearing this, Bai Luo immediately smiled and nodded repeatedly to Wang Gang.
As the two were talking, Silly Bear had already led over several horses.
Bai Luo subconsciously glanced at the six horses a few times, and his lips twitched.
Sure enough, the horses that the silly bear brought over were all blind.
After seeing Wang Gang, Wang Yu, and the others off, Bai Luo prepared to go back to sleep for a while.
He was dragged out of bed by Qin Lan at 6 a.m. to practice shooting, and now he feels like he's not getting enough sleep.
Just then, Bai Luo's communication bracelet rang.
As soon as the call connected, Zhang Qing's hesitant voice came through the bracelet.
"Hey, Xiao Luo, can you hear me?"
"I can hear you, Uncle Zhang, please speak."
Zhang Qing, who was in Er City, finally believed Bai Luo's words after hearing Bai Luo's clear voice coming from the bracelet. This thing could indeed be used as a telephone.
He immediately revealed the intelligence he had gathered.
"Xiao Luo, the Japanese army launched a surprise attack on the neighboring Xiong Kingdom last night at their northern fortress. The Japanese army has probably started a war against Xiong Kingdom."
Furthermore, one of my undercover agents, who is working for the Japanese, has sent word that the Japanese seem to be planning to arrest large numbers of Chinese citizens and send them to the fortress in the northern province as laborers.
Upon hearing this, Bai Luo frowned.
He didn't expect that the Japanese soldiers were also planning to arrest civilians.
"Xiao Luo, Uncle Zhang has a favor to ask. I would like to borrow the New 9th Army under your command."
Bai Luo was taken aback upon hearing this, and immediately guessed what was going on before speaking.
"Uncle Zhang, what are you saying? You want the New 9th Army to rescue the people?"
On the other end of the phone, Zhang Qing was silent for a moment, but still confirmed Bai Luo's guess.
"Yes."
Bai Luo was surprised that her guess was actually correct.
He then lowered his head and pondered. The current New 9th Army was trained according to the training methods of the special forces brigade in his previous life.
Moreover, the number of people was only over 200, although the equipment was very advanced.
But if Zhang Qing wanted to use the New 9th Army to fight the Japanese head-on, Bai Luo would definitely not be willing.
"Uncle Zhang, what do you intend to do with the New 9th Army?"
Zhang Qing remained silent on the other end of the phone.
In the end, he's just a businessman, and now he's just an intelligence agent. How would he know how to use troops?
Bai Luo heard silence on the other end of the phone and didn't urge him.
Just wait quietly.
Time passed like this minute by minute.
After an unknown amount of time, Zhang Qing's voice came through Bai Luo's communication bracelet again.
“I don’t know, but I know I can’t just stand by and watch.”
Zhang Qing's voice carried a hint of heaviness.
"Uncle Zhang, are those Japanese soldiers planning to capture those outside the city or those inside?"
How many Japanese soldiers were in each of the teams sent out to capture civilians?
Were they all Japanese soldiers, or were they mixed in with traitors?
Zhang Qing was overjoyed when he heard Bai Luo's long string of questions.
He immediately understood what Bai Luo meant, and then said excitedly.
"Xiao Luo, wait for my message, I'll go investigate right away."
The words had barely left his mouth when Bai Luo heard the notification sound from his bracelet indicating that the call had been interrupted.
"...I haven't finished speaking yet."
Bai Luo looked at the disconnected call on his wrist and shook his head helplessly.
But I didn't call back.
Instead, he pressed the talk button on the walkie-talkie.
"Zhang Yunhai, come down into the cave."
In less than 10 minutes, Zhang Yunhai hurriedly arrived inside the cave.
Upon seeing Zhang Yunhai enter, Bai Luo spoke directly without uttering any unnecessary words.
"Zhang Yunhai, your New 9th Army's first mission has arrived."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yunhai's face lit up with joy; he had been waiting for Bai Luo to say these words for a long time.
He immediately shouted loudly.
"Please give your instructions, young manager."
"Divide your men into four squads and have them ambush near the four city gates of Ershi. Follow the Japanese soldiers as soon as they come out."
What are they aiming for when they leave the city? If they're going to the villages to capture laborers...
Just take them out directly, but don't fight them head-on. Learn the combat methods I've taught you.
"If your team can handle something, do it yourselves. If it's difficult, team up with other teams. If you really can't handle it, just use your bracelet to call me."
"Yes."
Zhang Yunhai immediately accepted the order in a loud voice.
Bai Luo then added.
"Be careful, don't linger in battle, and try to avoid casualties."
"Yes."
"Go."
Bai Luo waved to Zhang Yunhai, indicating his presence.