In contrast to the jubilation in Guozhuang Village, the regimental commander, Shinjichi Tanaka, who was waiting in Pingquan County, had his hands behind his back and stared at the map in front of him with a solemn expression. His gaze swept across the villages one after another, and confusion rose in his heart.
Logically speaking, this area was filled with hills and mountains, so there was no possibility of a large-scale army hiding. However, the current situation was telling him that he was facing a very powerful army.
Based on the strength of the two armies, to be able to wipe out a large group of his forces in one go, the other side should at least be an army, or at least a division.
A division had at least 10,000 soldiers, but it wasn't as if his Air Force hadn't scouted before. They had scouted several times, but they hadn't found a large number of soldiers.
Massive confusion surrounded Assistant Minister Tanaka. The number of enemies and his own losses were always wrong.
The beeping sound was heard. It was the sound of receiving a telegram. Tanaka's attention was also diverted to the translator who was quickly copying the telegram.
"Commander, the 4th Brigade Command has called to ask about the progress of the attack on Pingquan.”The soldier handed the telegram to Lieutenant Tanaka with both hands, bowed deeply, and stepped back to the side.
Tanaka Shinjichi, who received the telegram, was furious. The telegram asked him about the extent of his attack. He had previously guaranteed that he would reach Chengde before the 16th Infantry Regiment.
Now, he couldn't even get out of Pingquan. What was worse was that he didn't even know who his opponent was. This was absolutely intolerable.
"Send a message to Murakami immediately and ask about the situation at the front line.”Tanaka was really angry now. If Murakita and his soldiers still couldn't take down the army that was blocking them, he might really have to ask for reinforcements from the Exploration Group Department. This was a very embarrassing thing.
The ticking sound rang out again. The telegram operator immediately stood up and reported,"Commander, we have lost contact with the frontline.”
"Baka!" Tanaka cursed loudly," Continue to contact him, continue to contact him until he can be contacted.”
Although he said that, he knew better than anyone else that the odds were against him and his soldiers. They might have been destroyed by that mysterious force.
At this moment, a Japanese staff officer ran in and shouted anxiously,""Commander, some soldiers from the front line have returned.”
Assistant Minister Tanaka immediately waved his hand and said,""Quickly let them in."
A few Japanese soldiers covered in dust came in from the door. The highest rank among them was Taro Koizumi, who was lucky enough to run back from the battlefield.
Seeing them in such a sorry state, Tanaka Shinjichi was furious and said fiercely,""Tell me, what exactly happened?"
"Your Excellency, the village construction minister and the brigade are finished!”Tarou Koizumi cried, not daring to raise his head to look at the regiment commander opposite him.
"What is it? It's all over?" Tanaka's eyes widened in disbelief. "Who is it?"
"Regiment Commander, we've found out that the enemy is a group of deserters from the Northeast Army. They ambushed our troops on both sides of the mountain path.”Tarou Koizumi said with certainty.
" The Northeast Army?!" Tanaka Shinjichi couldn't believe it." The Northeastern Army that retreated without firing a shot? Didn't they follow the orders of their commander and retreat to the south of the Great Wall?”
"They should be stragglers who have left their commander's command.”Tarou Koizumi guessed. "However, their firepower is very strong. The Imperial Army's firepower has been suppressed.”
"It can suppress the firepower of the imperial army!" Assistant Minister Tanaka said in surprise," This group of people is really difficult to deal with. We have to report this to the brigade leader."”
Assistant Minister Tanaka immediately ordered,"" Send a telegram to the Exploration Team Department immediately and ask them to investigate the identity of the Northeast Army soldiers and their specific situation. I will go to the Lingyuan Exploration Team Department to report the situation personally.”
"The 32nd Infantry Regiment is now in Pingquan County. Do a good job in defending the county.”Assistant Minister Tanaka did not have many soldiers left, so he could only defend passively.
"What's your name?" Tanaka looked at Taro Koizumi, who was standing.
"Commander, Taro Koizumi.”Tarou Koizumi immediately replied.
"Alright, it's you." Assistant Minister Tanaka gave the order," You will now take over the position of Village Construction Minister and be responsible for organizing the defense of Pingquan County. This order will be effective until I return.”
"Hey, don't worry, Commander.”Tarou Koizumi was originally on tenterhooks after losing the battle and was afraid of being punished. He did not expect to be promoted at this time and be in charge of the defense of the entire city.
"Yes!" Tanaka Shinoichi didn't say anything else and left the house with a few of his personal guards.
The intelligence system of the Japanese army was really not ordinary. After Tanaka's telegram reached the Brigade Department, the Japanese spies lurking in Chengde City began to investigate.
Qiu Cui Building, Chengde, Rehe Province
This was a restaurant with very ordinary decorations, but the people who came and went were all big shots in Chengde. Of course, many materials and important information were also traded here.
In one of the more hidden private rooms, a Japanese man was kneeling behind a small table. He pushed a small yellow fish in front of the person opposite him.
The person's eyes lit up and he smiled. "Matsushita-kun, what is it this time? Why are you so willing to bid?" The person opposite picked up the small yellow croaker and weighed it in his hand.
The man looked to be in his thirties. He was wearing the uniform of the Northeast Army, with the rank of colonel on both sides of his collar. On his chest was the name of the commander of the 58th Regiment of the 36th Division, Tang Yuqi. He was the head of Rehe Province, the third brother of the commander of the 36th Division, Tang Yulin, and was a high-ranking military figure in Rehe.
The Japanese opposite him was Matsushita Saburo, the head of the Japanese intelligence agency in Rehe." Tang Sang, I hope you can help me investigate a team of your Northeast Army. Please investigate which team is stationed on the route from Pingquan to Xiabancheng.”
"Why are you guys in trouble?" Tang Yuqi asked in confusion," It's a small matter. If necessary, I can make them retreat with just a word.”
"If that's the case, that's great.”Matsushita Saburo put his hands on his knees and bowed to thank her." I'll leave it to you then, Tang Sang. I'll thank you handsomely after this is done."”
"Matsushita-kun, I won't stand on ceremony then.”Tang Yuqi burst into laughter and put away the small yellow croakers on the table.
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