The next morning, the atmosphere in Changping Town became tense because the 168th Mixed Brigade had already assembled their troops. All kinds of wartime military supplies were transported over in carts.
It was obvious that a war was about to break out.
Changping Town was an important military town, and the Japanese special forces also had intelligence personnel in Changping Town.
In less than a day, a report on the deployment of the 168th Mixed Brigade was placed on Kawasaki Hideo's desk.
"Major Kawasaki, according to the information provided by the Special Higher Police, the 168th Mixed Brigade stationed in Changping Town may be planning to attack Nanzhang County!”The vice-captain of the Kawasaki Brigade, Furuda Izumi, looked at Kawasaki Hideo and voiced his speculation.
"The order given to me by the Regiment Commander is to take down Changping Town before March. Perhaps this news has already been leaked, so the 168th Mixed Regiment wants to change from passive to active.”Kawasaki Hideo's eyes sparkled with wisdom.
"Major Kawasaki, the 168th Mixed Brigade is one of the few elite troops left in the national army. They have two full regiments, and their total number is six times that of ours.”Gutian Yiyuan's expression was solemn. He did not dare to underestimate the 168 Mixed Regiment.
Although the Kawasaki Brigade was very strong, they only had 1200 people, while the 168th mixed brigade had more than 7000 people.
Even if the Kawasaki Battalion had the advantage in terms of weapons and equipment, they would not dare to take it lightly when faced with a six-fold difference in numbers.
"Gu Tian-kun, there is no need to worry about the Xia Country's army. The Empire's army is the best army in the world. Even if there is a difference of six times between our numbers, I am still confident that we can defeat the 168th mixed regiment.”Kawasaki Hideo smiled confidently. He had absolute confidence in the Kawasaki Brigade.
Ever since he entered China, Kawasaki Hideo had never been defeated. He had always been the one suppressing the national army.
In the previous battle of Xia Nihong, Kawasaki Hideo had commanded the Kawasaki Battalion to defeat a full-fledged military advisor.
It must be known that the difference in the number of people between the two sides was 10 times. It was precisely because of this battle record that Kawasaki Hideo had sufficient confidence.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
There was a knock on the door, and a Japanese signalman walked into the office with a letter in his hand.
"Your Excellency, this is from the 168th Mixed Brigade's brigade commander Sun Shangren!”The signalman handed the envelope to Kawasaki Hideo.
"Nani, Sun Shangren's letter? Could it be that he wants to defect?" Kawasaki Hideo laughed. He took the envelope and quickly opened it. Then, he checked the contents inside.
" Baka…" Kawasaki Hideo slammed his hand on the desk and stood up. His eyebrows were raised and his expression was filled with anger.
In this letter, Sun Shangren told Kawasaki Hideo that the 168th Mixed Brigade would attack Nanzhang County on February 5th. If Kawasaki Hideo was willing to surrender, the 168th Mixed Brigade would be lenient and treat the captives well.
Otherwise, once Nanzhang County was breached, all the Japanese soldiers would be killed without leaving any survivors.
"Major Kawasaki, what did Sun Shangren say?”Furuda Izumi saw that Kawasaki Hideo had entered a state of rage and quickly asked.
"Gu Tian-kun, look for yourself!" Kawasaki Hideo took a deep breath and calmed himself down. Then, he handed the envelope to Furuda Kazuki.
After reading the letter, Gutian Yiyuan's anger rose. He said coldly,""A mere 168 mixed regiment actually wants to force us to surrender. This Sun Shangren is simply ignorant.”
"February 5th, attack Zhang County. Very good!”Kawasaki Hideo smiled sinisterly. He looked at the signalman standing in front of the desk and ordered,""Inform Li Yan's Imperial Association Army to immediately return to defend. At the same time, inform the entire Kawasaki Brigade to gather immediately.”
Upon hearing such an order, Furuda Izumi understood what Kawasaki Hideo meant. He was going to lead the Kawasaki Battalion to attack Changping Town.
After thinking for a moment, Gutian Yiyuan persuaded,""Major Kawasaki, could this be a trap? How could the 168th Mixed Brigade dare to attack us? Perhaps the purpose of this letter is to lead us out of Nanzhang County. On the road from Nanzhang County to Changping Town, the 168th Mixed Brigade might have already set up an ambush!”
"The area between Nanzhang County and Changping Town is a plain. In this kind of terrain, what kind of ambush can the 168th Mixed Brigade set up?”Kawasaki Hideo laughed coldly. He did not think that the 168th Mixed Brigade could ambush him.
If they were in the mountains, Kawasaki Hideo would naturally be more cautious. However, if they were in the plains, it was impossible for them to be ambushed.
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In the afternoon, Li Yan received a telegram message from Kawasaki Hideo.
After reading the message on the telegram, Li Yan couldn't help but smile. He had achieved his goal.
As long as the Kawasaki Battalion dared to leave Nanzhang County, the 12 152mm heavy howitzer cannons that Li Yan had exchanged for at a high price could be put to use.
On the plains, 12 152mm heavy howitzer cannons would definitely be able to unleash their greatest power.
The Kawasaki Battalion was only equipped with 75mm mountain cannons and 55mm mortars.
When the 12 heavy artillery were fired at the same time, what could the Japanese army like the Kawasaki Battalion do to resist the bombardment of the heavy artillery?
" Sir, the Kawasaki Brigade still doesn't know that we've become the 108th division of China. Kawasaki Hideo, that little bastard, actually gave us orders..." Zhang Dahu, the captain of the guard platoon, mocked.
"Call back the Kawasaki Brigade. The Nanzhang Imperial Association Army will leave Li Town tomorrow and join up with the Kawasaki Brigade.”Li Yan looked at the telegram officer and ordered.
"Yes, Master." The telegram officer nodded and quickly sent the telegram.
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On the morning of August 1st, the 108th division stationed in Li Jia Town formed a long line and left Li Jia Town on foot.
Li Yan rode on his tall horse and walked in the center of the army.
"Master, the Kawasaki Brigade has 1200 people, and we only have 2520 people. Although we have the advantage in numbers and firepower, it will be difficult for us to take down the Kawasaki Brigade!”Behind Li Yan, the commander of the 3rd Battalion, Zhao Sihai, pulled the reins and said worriedly.
In Zhao Sihai's opinion, if the 108th Division and the Kawasaki Brigade were to engage in a direct confrontation, even if the 108th Division could destroy the Kawasaki Brigade, the 108th Division would also suffer losses in this battle.
Moreover, the Japanese army had a division stationed in Xiang City, with a total of nearly 20,000 people.
If the Kawasaki Brigade was destroyed, the 101st Division of the Japanese Army stationed in Xiangcheng would definitely send a large number of troops to attack the 108th Division.
Under the assault of the 101st Regiment, 2520 of the 108th Regiment was truly not enough.
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