Although the soldiers were embarrassed, they could not persuade Zhao Ting in the end and handed the bowls over one by one.
Zhao Ting served all his brothers a bowl of rice before scooping a big bowl for himself, causing the soldiers at the bottom to be extremely moved.
"What are you waiting for? If you don't eat, I'll eat.”
Seeing the soldiers holding the bowls and looking at him, Zhao Ting, who was extremely hungry, picked up the bowl and wolfed down the food. He ate very happily.
When they saw that Zhao Ting was promoted to company commander, he still scooped rice from the same pot as them and even scooped rice for them first, these brothers were touched as they ate the rice in their bowls. They felt that they had met a good officer who was considerate of the soldiers.
Because they had been fighting with the Japanese for a whole day, they didn't have time to eat anything. Now, facing such delicious food, the soldiers began to eat it without any regard for their image.
The 30-odd soldiers had amazing combat strength. The three pots of potato stew were quickly cleared out. Many soldiers were still licking the bottom of the bowls.
"Brothers, are you full?"
Zhao Ting was also extremely hungry. He ate two large bowls and made his stomach round. He looked at his brothers and asked with a smile.
"Company commander, I'm so full that I can't even move.”A soldier laughed.
"Hahaha."
The soldiers around them cheered. It was not only because they could eat such a big meal, but also because they were glad that they had lived another day.
"It's good that you're full. Only when you're full will we have the strength to fight the devils.”Zhao Ting waved his fist and said.
It could be said that the logistics system of the Chinese soldiers was better than nothing. Most of the time, they did not know how to eat their next meal. As a result, the soldiers were sallow and emaciated. They did not even have an advantage in a hand-to-hand battle with the Japanese. It took a few people to deal with one Japanese.
If he wanted to forge a unit that was good at fighting, the officers and soldiers had to have high military accomplishments, and their physical fitness had to keep up.
Now, Zhao Ting wanted to subtly change the situation. At the very least, he wanted to let his brothers eat their fill and slowly make them stronger. Whether it was fighting hand-to-hand battles or marching, only then would they have strength.
"You guys get more biscuits. Later, each brother will be given two. I'm afraid there will be a fierce battle tomorrow, so we have to ensure our stamina.”
After eating and drinking their fill, Zhao Ting ordered a few soldiers to start making pancakes. These things were easy to carry and store, and were suitable for the battlefield.
The Japanese fought fiercely during the day, but they were also very tired, so they stopped after dark. Therefore, Zhao Ting and the others also obtained a rare opportunity to catch their breath and rest.
However, after Zhao Ting and the others finished eating, they did not lie down to rest. Instead, they began to repair the trenches and bunkers that were damaged during the day, preparing for the battle the next day.
Zhao Ting, the company commander, did not put on the airs of a senior officer at all. He rolled up his sleeves and picked up the shovel to get covered in mud with his brothers.
Zhao Ting was very amiable and was also very powerful in battle. Therefore, he quickly became friends with these low-level soldiers and became good friends.
Although Zhao Ting had accepted the memories of this body, he realized that he had just been transferred to this unit not long ago and was not very familiar with ordinary soldiers.
Hence, Zhao Ting had no choice but to do it himself. While he was repairing the trenches with the soldiers, he took the opportunity to understand the soldiers under him.
"Where is your home?"
"How many people are there at home?"
"Why did you join the army?"
......
? Zhao Ting was like an honest elder, asking about the soldiers 'situation with concern.
These were all big-headed soldiers. Usually, the officers would not even bother to pay attention to them. Now that Zhao Ting asked this question, the feeling was instantly different. They felt warmth.
Zhao Ting also patted this brother's shoulder and spoke a few words of encouragement after these concerned questions. He quickly had a rough idea of the situation of the thirty or so brothers.
After understanding, the two brothers that left the deepest impression on Zhao Ting were Liu Gang, who had stabbed five Japanese soldiers to death with a bayonet, and Yang Dashu, who was a big man who was good at using machine guns.
Other than him, the company commander, there was only Old Wang, the third platoon leader.
After learning about Liu Gang, who fought like a madman, and Yang Dashu, who was good with machine guns, Zhao Ting immediately made a decision to promote them to officers.
Soon, after the trenches were repaired, Zhao Ting set up a sentry post and let his brothers rest. He took a box of canned food and went straight to the battalion headquarters.
Wang Hai's battalion directly occupied the original squadron headquarters of the Japanese. Other than an orderly and two brothers who were also messengers, Wang Hai was the only battalion commander left.
"Brother Zhao is here. Sit down."
Seeing Zhao Ting, the sharpshooter, arrive, Wang Hai warmly invited him to sit down.
When he saw the box of canned food that Zhao Ting carried over, he was so happy that he couldn't close his mouth. He used a bayonet to pry open a box and immediately started eating.
"Battalion Commander, our company's Liu Gang and Yang Dashu performed well in battle, so we are lacking officers. I want to promote them to the platoon leaders of the first and second platoons, so that they can command the battle.”Zhao Ting explained his intentions.
"I was wondering what it was about. Alright, I understand. I agree. I'll call the regiment headquarters to report it later.”
Now that Zhao Ting was someone that Regiment Commander Zhang Lingpu valued, Battalion Commander Wang Hai agreed to Zhao Ting's request without hesitation.
After all, on the battlefield, it was not a new thing to promote officers. Since Third Company lacked officers, it was normal to promote those who performed well.
"Just now, the regiment called and said that the army has decided to give you a full military commendation. Congratulations, don't forget me when you're successful in the future.”
Wang Hai looked at Zhao Ting, who was sitting on the ammunition box, and warmly approached him.
Zhao Ting didn't expect that he would have to be rewarded by the entire army for killing more than 20 Japanese. He couldn't help but smile bitterly. He was really famous now.
"Battalion Commander, look at what you're saying. No matter what happens in the future, you're still my commanding officer.”
"Alright, Brother Yang, I can rest assured with your words.”Wang Hai smiled." When you first came here, I already thought that you weren't someone ordinary. I didn't expect you to hide your strength from me. You're not loyal."”
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