After the meeting ended, everyone went back to prepare for tomorrow's city defense. Ouyang Feilong pulled Principal Zhang to the side and sincerely said to Principal Zhang," Principal Zhang, help me introduce him. I want to know Captain Li Benyi."”Principal Zhang nodded in agreement.
Li Benyi was striding towards the entrance of the city defense headquarters, wanting to take advantage of the night to patrol the various city gates. "Commander Li, wait!" Principal Zhang shouted.”
Regiment Commander Li heard someone calling him. He turned around and saw Principal Zhang running towards him. When Principal Zhang approached, Commander Li asked,"Principal Zhang, what's the matter?"”Principal Zhang panted a little." I'll…introduce you…to someone."”
Ouyang Feilong followed behind Principal Zhang and shook hands with Commander Li with his wide right hand. The two of them greeted each other but did not let go. Commander Li secretly tried to test Fei Long's strength, but Fei Long did not want to be outdone. He smiled, but his energy sank into his dantian, and his strength flowed through his palm and fingers. The two of them did not gain an advantage. They were evenly matched and ended up in a draw.
Regiment Commander Li suddenly let go of his hand and laughed." In this chaotic world, I don't want to waste my time on useless people. Since this fellow has something extraordinary, I'd like to get to know him. Principal Zhang, please introduce him."”
"His name is Ouyang Feilong. He's from the future world. He just participated in the 128th Division's Jiashan Battle. He wants to experience life here and help us protect Jiashan County.”
Commander Li was a little surprised at first, but he soon recovered and said,"Really?" This is very similar to me. Others call me 'General Rotten Beat',' War Madman'. I didn't expect that there would be someone like me who isn't afraid of war. I like it. I'll call you Brother Fei Long. From now on, you'll follow me. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to beat up the Japanese. There will be time for you to perform. It's just that you've let go of the comfortable life of a peaceful era and traveled through time to experience the dangerous life of war here. I really admire you!”
Ouyang Feilong said modestly,"Where, where!" You anti-Japanese soldiers are admirable. Ever since the Japanese army landed on Hangzhou Bay on November 5th, they had encountered the tenacious resistance of the Chinese army along the way. The Chinese army and other anti-Japanese armed forces and the people had not given up resistance. Therefore, it had been more than ten days since the Japanese army landed, but they had only traveled more than ten kilometers. It could be said that the Japanese army could not move an inch on the Chinese land. " Of course, because China is relatively backward and their weapons are not as good as theirs, the Chinese army and people paid a heavy price. However, the Japanese army did not gain much advantage. I have seen the tenacious resistance of the Chinese army because I experienced it along the way. This time, in order to protect Jiaxing County, I want to fight side by side with Commander Li. How about it? Welcome?"
Commander Li said happily," Of course you're welcome. We're just in need of talents like you. Alright, you'll come with me tonight. We'll patrol the various city gates together first."”
"Alright!" Fei Long turned to Principal Zhang and said," Principal Zhang, you can go back. I'll go with Regiment Commander Li."”
Commander Li stood on the east gate of Jiaxing City with Fei Long. The soldiers were busy preparing for tomorrow's battle.
The dim lights shone on the river around Jiaxing City. A cold breeze blew past, and the waves rippled the old and lonely reflection of the mottled ancient city wall. The ancient city wall looked especially solemn and upright under the deep and boundless darkness of the sky.
"Brother Fei Long, what are you thinking about?”Commander Li saw Fei Long staring blankly at the river and asked in confusion.
"You know what?" Fei Long said sadly. Eighty years later, Jiaxing City was very prosperous. The night scene was like a fairyland on earth. When the lights were on, the tall buildings were reflected in the clear river around the city like mirages. Jiaxing City had been bombarded by the Japanese planes until it was completely destroyed. The contrast was so stark. Moreover, the Japanese army would arrive at the outskirts of the city tomorrow and would definitely attack the city fiercely. At that time, the city would probably become even more tragic!”
Regiment Commander Li consoled him," I don't know what Jiaxing City will look like 80 years later. Maybe it will be like what you described. I also hope that Jiaxing City will prosper like what you described, but that will only happen after the Japanese are driven away. I won't be able to see it. Now, I'm thinking about how to defend Jiaxing City and protect the people. I believe that as long as the entire city's soldiers and civilians are united, we will definitely be able to complete the arduous task of defending the city for three days.”
Regiment Commander Li said as he walked forward. He walked to a young sentry who seemed to have lost his innocence. He patted his shoulder gently and asked with concern," Little brother, the Japanese will come tomorrow. Are you afraid?"”
The little brother smiled and said," Hello, Regiment Commander. I'm not afraid. Although I'm a new recruit, it's not my first time fighting. In the Battle of Songhu, I've seen Regiment Commander's bravery and fearlessness. I want to be like you in the future, a soldier who is not afraid of death!”
Commander Li gave the little brother a thumbs up. Continue to stand guard!"
"Yes!" The little brother nodded heavily.
Fei Long was pleased to hear their conversation." Everyone says that the 1038th Regiment is made up of newbies. I think that with a good Regiment Commander like you, even newbies have decent combat strength!"”
"How about I take you to see the Qiujing Bridge?”Commander Li suggested.
"Alright!"
Regiment Commander Li led Fei Long to Xiashe, passed through the east gate, and arrived at Qiujing Bridge.
Company Commander Du Ziming was leading his brothers to pile up bunkers on the Qiujing Bridge. When he saw Regiment Commander Li coming over with a person, he hurriedly ran over and saluted." Hello Regiment Commander, we are building fortifications."”
Commander Li said," Commander Du, let me introduce you. This man beside me is Ouyang Feilong, a sniper. He came from the 128th Division to help us defend the city. I brought him here to tour and inspect our defense.”
"Hello!"
"Hello!"
Du Ziming and Fei Long shook hands and greeted each other. Fei Long asked with concern,"Company Commander Du, how is the construction of your fortifications?"”
"It's almost time. If the Japanese dare to come tomorrow, we'll make sure they never return!”
"You and Regiment Commander Li are both tough men. I admire you. Do you welcome me to join your company's blockade?”Fei Long volunteered to fight.
"Welcome, our company is lacking a sniper like you.”Commander Du was unusually excited.
"It's settled then. I'll leave Brother Fei Long to you.”Regiment Commander Li expressed his agreement because he knew that the first Japanese to arrive at the outskirts of the city would likely attack the Qiujing Bridge outside the east gate. It was necessary to strengthen the defense here.
That night, Commander Li led Fei Long to inspect the defense situation of the other gates. When they returned to the regiment headquarters to rest, it was already late at night.
The night was as cold as water, and the surroundings were deathly silent.
Early in the morning of November 17th, 1937, Ouyang Feilong washed up and ordered a few steamed buns in the canteen of the regiment headquarters. He ate as he walked.
On the streets, people came and went. Everyone was busy protecting Jiaxing City. The soldiers and some migrant workers were busy moving ammunition to the city wall. The anti-enemy support team carried medicine and stretchers to the base of the city wall. The volunteer police team patrolled the streets and the city wall. Principal Zhang organized the teachers and students to bring breakfast to the soldiers...
Ouyang Feilong crossed the street and Dongcheng Gate, went straight to Qiujing Bridge, found a favorable position, put the sniper rifle away, and quietly waited for the arrival of the Japanese army.
Since the 18th Division of the Japanese Army occupied Jiashan County on November 16th, they had been burning and looting all the way to Jiaxing. On the morning of the 17th, they arrived at the outskirts of Jiaxing.
Ushijima Sadao used his binoculars to observe the situation in Jiaxing City. He saw that the huge Jiaxing City had high walls and clean air. The city gates were tightly shut, and the moat was wide and deep. There was only one stone arch bridge for passage, but the bridge was heavily guarded and firmly defended.
"Yuxi, it's more interesting to meet your opponent!”Ushijima Sadao said confidently to Chief of Staff Megumi Koto.
"Lieutenant General, it seems that the Chinese army is fully prepared. It will not be easy to take down Jiaxing quickly.”Megumi Koto was a little worried.
"Don't worry, we'll let them have a taste of bombs and shells first.”Ushijima Sadao consoled.
Ushijima Sadao immediately called his superior and asked for air support.
About half an hour later, seven or eight planes appeared in the sky above Jiaxing. The harsh and terrifying air defense alarm sounded in Jiaxing City. The residents in the city ran to the bomb shelter or basement to hide in panic, while the city defense soldiers found cover nearby.
The enemy planes circled over Jiaxing City and dropped heavy bombs like ovulating eggs. Jiaxing City was instantly filled with flames and smoke. The civilians in the city did not suffer many casualties because they hid, but the city defense soldiers suffered some casualties and countless houses collapsed.
After the enemy's bombing, Ushijima Sadao ordered the artillery to set up mortars and launch a round of bombing at the city walls.
The place where the shells landed was filled with thick smoke, the sound of the explosion shook the sky, the white clouds changed color, and the smell of burnt flesh was pungent.
A corner of the Jiaxing County government building collapsed. Fortunately, the government officials had entered the basement in advance. The Japanese bombardment did not cause any casualties to the county government personnel.
When the Japanese mortars stopped, Pan Jie, the government secretary, led the county government personnel out of the basement carefully.
Secretary Pan was in his fifties. He was gentle and scholarly. Although he looked extremely thin, he was swift and decisive when he did things.
After everyone crawled out of the basement, they all wanted to breathe a sigh of relief. However, Secretary Pan said seriously," County Head Weng's evacuation was not to abandon everyone. He went to Tongxiang County to organize a military and civilian resistance to ensure that everyone had a way out after Jiaxing fell. County Head Weng specifically asked me to temporarily take charge of the county government's work for him during this period. Everyone got busy and resumed their work. They returned to their respective offices and tidied up before working as usual!”
In Jiaxing Middle School, Oda and Principal Zhang were busy repairing the tents that had been damaged by the Japanese artillery shells.
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