As the saying went, the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.
Cao Changchen had high hopes for this war chariot unit, thinking that they would be able to break through the Chinese army's formation with ease. However, he did not expect them to be defeated so badly.
Moreover, they had lost more than ten tanks in one go. Cao Changchen was already feeling both heartache and anger.
"How can these despicable Chinese soldiers have such powerful firepower!”
Other than that, Cao Changchen was also deeply shocked by the strength of the Chinese National Defense Force.
This old devil really couldn't understand how China could suddenly have such a powerful army!
This was too unbelievable.
At this moment, a Japanese officer ran over and said respectfully,""Reporting to the regiment commander, the 20th Infantry Regiment has encountered strong resistance from the enemy in the west of the city.”
"Nani?"
Cao Chang Chen's expression became even uglier. He frowned and said,"How did this happen?"
"So, they have stopped retreating?”
" I don't know," the officer replied." But the ones who are blocking the Imperial Army are definitely the main force of the enemy. They have at least 3,000 soldiers."”
At this moment, a Japanese lieutenant beside him said,""Sir Brigade Leader, the enemy is very strong. Our goal is only to hold them back, so we should be careful. Besides, the sky is about to turn dark, so it's not suitable for us to launch a large-scale attack.”
"Yosh!"
Cao Changchen nodded slightly and said,"Immediately pass down the order. The troops will set up a defensive position and turn into a defensive position.”
"Keep a close watch on the enemy's movements and expand the scope of your investigation. Report immediately if you discover any unusual movements.”
"Ha Yi!"
A Japanese soldier beside him quickly responded and turned around to relay the order.
……
Liu Chunlin shouted into the microphone,"Yang Liqing, what's wrong with you guys? Haven't you reached the designated location yet?"”
Yang Liqing quickly explained," Commander-in-chief, please calm down. Our troops have already begun to infiltrate the enemy's rear. Based on the current situation, we will be able to cut off the enemy's retreat very soon and completely surround the Japanese's 16th Division.”
"That's more like it!"
Liu Chunlin said," We've already received accurate news. The Japanese's 108th division is coming from Cangzhou. Although it's not a regular division, it's a fully equipped force. Their strength cannot be underestimated. Moreover, they're rushing to Xian County overnight. We have to get rid of the 16th division as soon as possible.”
"Please rest assured, Commander-in-chief!"
Yang Liqing promised,"We will attack tonight and try to get rid of these Japanese in the shortest time possible.”
"This humble servant is willing to make a military pledge. If I can't complete the mission, this humble servant is willing to be punished by military law!”
Liu Chunlin nodded in satisfaction and said,"You said it yourself. Then I'll wait for the good news of your victory.”
"Don't worry, Commander-in-chief. I promise I won't make you wait too long.”Yang Liqing said with a smile.
After hanging up the phone, Yang Liqing quickly instructed his subordinates,"What are you waiting for? He quickly sent a telegram to Xu Hu and urged them to hurry up.”
"Yes, sir!"
At this moment, an officer walked over quickly and saluted. He said loudly,"Commander, we just received a telegram from the Tank Battalion and the Chariot Battalion. They have already circled around Chenzhuang Town. According to our investigation, there are only a small number of Japanese soldiers left in Chenzhuang Town.”
"Good!"
Yang Liqing was overjoyed and said with a smile,"Call them back immediately and tell them to attack Chen Village. They must seize Chen Village for me and cut off the Japanese's retreat.”
"Tell them not to worry. Xu Hu's 2nd Brigade is on their way to reinforce them and will meet up with them soon.”
"Yes, sir!" The officer quickly responded and turned around to convey the order.
Following Yang Liqing's order, the tank battalion and armored battalion used the cover of the night to rush to Chen Zhuangchen's vicinity and immediately launched a fierce attack.
At this moment, the main force of the Japanese had already left. Only a small group of Japanese remained in Chenzhuang Town. Moreover, they were all supply troops. How could they resist the elite troops of the Chinese National Defense Force?
After a fierce battle, the Chinese National Defense Force successfully occupied Chen Village and cut off the enemy's retreat.
At the same time, Xu Hu's 2nd Brigade was also rapidly moving towards the Japanese. They had basically reached their designated position. The remnants of the Japanese's 16th Division had already fallen into the encirclement of the Chinese National Defense Army.
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