Bright Sword: An eight-year-old boy led a group to fight the Japanese invaders

The 20th Division was stationed in Pingxian County to the north, all the way to the northern border of Shanxi Province, adjacent to the Mongolian Army in Cha Province.

This vast area has 12 counties. Although the mineral resources are not as rich as Datong, the materials in the area can also be spared.

It would be fine if Tengyuan Zhongji led his men to rescue the 39th Brigade, but what if they were trapped as well?

The Eighth Route Army hidden in the mountains and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army in Suiyuan will definitely move south to occupy this large piece of land. Then he will be a sinner of the empire.

Uchida Ginnosuke understood Tengyuan Nakayoshi's concerns. He was also a member of the 20th Division, and he would not be able to escape if the 20th Division had problems.

So he could only suggest, "Your Excellency Lieutenant General, the only way now is to ask Commander Youzhong for help. We still need time for the scattered garrison troops to rush to Ping County.

The troops of the First Army stationed on Zhengtai Road were able to reach Wujiapo more quickly.

Judging from the annihilation of the 78th Regiment, the enemy's attack speed is very fast, and if we delay it for a while, the 39th Brigade may... "

Uchida Ginnosuke didn't say anything else, but Tengyuan Nakayoshi heard it clearly.

The enemy's attack efficiency in Jing County was very high. He waited for him to gather the troops of the 40th Brigade and then set out to Jing County to rescue people.

Considering the strength of the Eighth Route Army in Jing County and the current weather, if they rush there they may only be able to collect the bodies of the imperial warriors.

But Teng Yuan still hesitated. The 20th Division was established very early, 25 years ago.

The troops have been on the peninsula, in the Northeast, and in North China for so many years, and there has never been such a big problem until now.

Tengyuan Zhongji remembered when he took over the command from the previous division commander, Lieutenant General Ushijima Tsunemi.

General Ushijima specifically reminded that the 20th Division has countless honors, which were won by the flesh and blood of the imperial soldiers. He hopes that Tengyuan Nakayoshi can continue the glory of the 20th Division.

But now one of the two brigades under the 20th Division was surrounded by the enemy in the field and was about to be annihilated.

But he didn't dare to go to rescue, so one can imagine how distressed Teng Yuan Zhongji was.

Uchida Ginnosuke anxiously waited for Tengyuan's order, "General Tengyuan, time waits for no one. Commander Sekigahara and us don't have much time left.

Are you willing to watch the 39th Brigade being destroyed?"

Teng Yuan Zhongji suddenly realized what was happening, ran to his desk, picked up the phone,

"Connect me to Commander Yuzuka of the Taiyuan Headquarters!"

It takes time to transfer the call. Teng Yuan Zhongji heard the busy tone on the phone and his heart sank.

"Moshimoshi, I'm Yoshio Yuzuka!"

"Good afternoon, Commander Yuzuka. I am Tengyuan Nakayoshi.

The 39th Brigade's attack in Jingxian was frustrated. It was hoped that Commander Zhong could order the Zhengtai Railway garrison troops to quickly rush to Wujiapo, 15 miles south of Jingxian.

The 39th Brigade and the 77th Regiment are both being held back by the Jingxian Independent Battalion, and there is no way to escape!"

Tengyuan Zhongji's tone was urgent and fast, and Yuzuka Yoshio's brows couldn't help but tighten. He spoke to Shangguan in this tone.

Although they are all lieutenant generals, he is the commander of the First Army after all, so basic respect should still be shown.

It was not until Tengyuan finished speaking that Yuzuka Yoshio realized what was going on. He started to curse.

"Tengyuan Zhongji, you are such a loser. The 20th Division is a Class A division with strong combat power.

The 39th Brigade is one of the two pillars of the division. You actually put them in danger. You should commit seppuku for the failure of the 39th Brigade!"

Tengyuan Zhongji felt a little uncomfortable in his abdomen, and he quickly said, "Commander Yuzuka, now is not the time for me to commit suicide.

After the 39th Brigade returns safely to Ping County, I will report to the Commander and Commander Beiping Shanshan Yuan!"

Yuzuka Yoshio wanted to continue to curse, but he couldn't, because the 20th Division's battle plan had already been reported to the First Army Headquarters.

In other words, the 39th Brigade's attack on Jingxian was authorized by Tsukasa Yoshio and the First Army Headquarters.

The reason why Tengyuan Nakayoshi mentioned Yamasugimoto was to remind Yuzuka Yoshio,

If the 39th Brigade is completely wiped out in Jing County, no one will have an easy time.

Yuzuka Yoshio took a deep breath and said calmly, "I will immediately order the troops of Zhengtai Road to rush to Wujiapo, Jing County.

But the 20th Brigade of the 40th Division must also be assembled as soon as possible. I know that the Jingxian Independent Battalion is very strong.

But I didn't expect them to be so strong. A brigade, a division and a cavalry brigade of the Imperial Army could actually fight like this.

To be honest, it is beyond my imagination. Such combat power is much stronger than the German-equipped divisions of the National Army back then!

How the hell could this be a local guerrilla war by the Tubalu?"

Teng Yuan Zhongji put down the phone and finally breathed a sigh of relief. With the troops from Zhengtai Road rushing over, it would definitely relieve some of the pressure. He unbuttoned his collar and said,

"Uchida-kun, order the troops stationed in each county to leave behind the necessary troops, and all other troops to assemble in Ping County. All must arrive before 6 a.m. tomorrow!"

"Hey!"

What Tengyuan Nakayoshi and Yuzuka Yoshio didn't know was that Sekigahara Roku had ordered the troops to evacuate without even having lunch.

As a result, as soon as he moved, Wang Dabao arranged for the artillery company to attack. By the time they were completely out of the attack range of an independent battalion, only more than 4000 people were left out of the 3500-strong army.

"Move quickly, the enemy will catch up soon, we need to leave quickly!"

Tengshi Liangfu's heart was bleeding as he looked at his wounded soldiers. What the hell was going on? He came to Jing County with great pride.

Before I could even see the city wall, I was chased back by the Eighth Route Army like a dog. Fortunately, I was finally out of the battle.

Compared with the 78th Regiment which was wiped out after advancing alone to the south of Jing County, his 77th Regiment was very lucky.

"Sir, the pursuers from the Jingxian Independent Battalion are 5 miles behind us."

The scout found Ryosuke Tenmuro and reported.

"What? How fast are they? How long will it take for them to catch up?"

Tenshiro Ryosuke was surprised and asked quickly.

The scout said in confusion, "They're not moving very fast and they don't seem to be in a hurry to destroy us!"

"That's strange. I'll report to the commander of the Sekigahara Brigade right away. You go back and continue to monitor them. If there is any unusual movement, report back immediately!"

After receiving the report from Tenmuro Ryosuke, Sekigahara Ryu was terrified. Now Sekigahara Ryu has become a frightened bird, and any abnormal situation will make him panic.

"Tengshi-kun, what do you think?"

"Your Excellency, the Independent Battalion is following us not too far away. The only explanation is that they are not in a hurry to destroy us.

There may still be enemies waiting for us now."

As the captain of the corps, Ryosuke Tengmu has very good basic tactical qualities.

"Front?"