"Commander, this is the latest news from Haozhou City." Feng Feng solemnly handed the information to Abu. When Abu took it and took a look, he suddenly broke into a cold sweat. If Haozhou hadn't been captured in advance, if Lin Xiong hadn't been thinking carefully, if he hadn't discovered the Japanese army's conspiracy in time, I'm afraid he would have been dead now. "Retreat immediately, and the whole army retreats into Haozhou City." Abu gave the order, and the leading troops quickly began to retreat. Fortunately, they had just set off not long ago, and they were alone in the depths. Abu did not dare to approach quickly, otherwise he might have been surrounded by the order. The Japanese troops came and got angry. The advantages of mechanized troops are once again clearly demonstrated. They can leave quickly as they come, especially after knowing that they are likely to be surrounded. At this moment, the Japanese troops were gathering towards Haozhou City from all directions. As the lieutenant commander of this battle, Japanese Lieutenant General Mutaguchi Renya rode on his horse and looked ahead, asking: "How far is it from Haozhou?" An adjutant beside him immediately took out a map and looked at the nearby terrain After looking at it, he said with certainty: "Reporting to Lieutenant General, we are still about fifty miles away from Haozhou." "Contact other troops via radio to inquire about the specific location. All troops must arrive at the designated position for the final encirclement. "Hearing what Mutaguchi Lianye said, the adjutant immediately nodded in agreement. Then Lieutenant General Mutaguchi Renya said again: "Send a message to Aso Taro who is staying in Haoshu. But please hold on, we have arrived." "Yes, Lieutenant General." May 20, 1941 On the 5th, the Japanese army assembled a total of four divisions and eight armies of the Imperial Army. The main force of 80,000 Japanese troops and the Imperial Army of 150,000, totaling 230,000 people, launched an unprecedented large-scale army attack on Haozhou City. Combat. Known in history as the "Battle of Haozhou", both sides invested a total of 800,000 troops. Shangqiu, Henan, South Road Army Group Station, Motorized Infantry Army Headquarters. Countless radio signals make a beeping sound, and people are busy going back and forth among them. "Commander, the latest order from the General Staff." As the Southern Route Army, Shen Kun, the nominal commander-in-chief of the theater, looked at the message in his hand. But his eyes are as sharp as lightning, as if a foodie has discovered delicious food and has no resistance. "Hahaha That's great. Since the Japanese plan to invite you into the urn, we will use their tactics. Please ask the General Staff for instructions. I hope to be able to command this battle with full authority." Shen Kun said here. After a pause, he added: "Also. Send a telegram to Air Force Commander-in-Chief Zhang Hu, saying that we need large-scale air force support. By the way, send a telegram to Chairman Fa, saying that I want a privilege, a privilege that allows various departments to assist in combat operations. "I think the chairman will agree." Shen Kun finished speaking excitedly and started to think about this battle in his mind. Originally, he was still considering what would happen if Army Group South encountered obstacles in its operations or if the Japanese army could not hold on. He even expected to extend the front line to extend supplies and wear down the National Defense Forces. But the only one who didn't expect it was that this opponent, Lieutenant General Mutaguchi Renye, actually came out in full force. As soon as he came up, he planned to show his trump card to himself, and planned to have a life-and-death showdown with himself. This is the result Shen Kun most hopes to see. If nothing else, the National Defense Forces still have many logistical problems in regaining the lost territory in the south. for example. There is a lot of water in the south, which is not conducive to tank operations. The National Defense Forces, which has become accustomed to tanks operating in coordination, may encounter unprecedented pressure. At the same time the weather, climate, and weather in the South. Even illness can make the battle drag on longer. The more this is the case, the more worrying the logistics support of the National Defense Force is. Even though there was a bumper harvest last year, transportation was still a big problem. But now all the problems have been solved. Not only did the Japanese plan to fight decisively, but it was also in Haozhou, which was closest to Shangqiu. It played right into Shen Kun's hands. "Let the sharp sword Oh, no, it should be called the First Heavy Infantry Army now." Then he changed his words: "Send a telegram to the First Heavy Infantry Army and inform the commander of the First Heavy Infantry Army, Lao Zhao, to let He immediately went to Haozhou to help Abu and defend Haozhou City. "Yes, Commander." Shen Kun was looking at the map and tapping on the table while waiting with excitement. After a while, a new message made him happy. "Commander, the Chairman called and has approved your application. All departments will actively cooperate." "The General Staff also called and has approved your request. It seems that it was approved by General Chiang Kai-shek." "Commander, the Air Force called, Ask the local people in Shangqiu to assist the Air Force in setting up a temporary airport to facilitate remote operations." Shen Kun slapped his head and then said: "I almost forgot about this. Notify all the troops and ask them to gather their engineers next to the camp. Build me a temporary airport. I want an airport that can accommodate large aircraft taking off and landing in a short time.¡± "Yes, Commander." On the other side, Haozhou City was already busy. A total of 30,000 people from Abu's army have all entered the city and are stationed in the city. Except for the tank troops that have been ambushed in the dense forest outside the city, waiting for an unexpected opportunity, all other troops have returned to the city and begun to strengthen the city's defense. As the current mayor of Haozhou City, Lin Xiong is also busy with matters in his own hands. "Master Xiong." Lin Xiong stared at Xiaodao with his eyes. Xiaodao immediately curled his lips and said sheepishly: "Sorry, I'm just being polite, mayor." Lin Xiong then changed into a pair of Smiling, he patted Xiao Dao and said, "Is there something wrong?" Xiao Dao said awkwardly: "Actually, it's nothing. It's just that the security in the city has been very good recently. As the newly appointed police chief, I really have nothing to do, so this I just came to see if there is anything you need here. " "Hey, now that the war is coming, people are in panic. Please take your subordinates to express your condolences to the people of Haozhou." Xiaodao nodded and said: "The city. Commander, I'm still very worried. Can Commander Abu's troops really withstand the Japanese counterattack?" Lin Xiong didn't know what to say and remained silent. "If it doesn't work out, we're going to join the Japanese." "Asshole, you want to kill me." Lin Xiong said one word, and Xiao Dao suddenly fell silent. "Don't forget what Feng Feng said back then. This sky belongs to the Chinese people, and the earth belongs to the Chinese people. When the National Defense Forces didn't come, we followed the Japanese and survived in the cracks. If we still do that thing of forgetting our ancestors, Am I, Lin Xiong, still a human being? No matter what, we can't do this anymore. Just stabilize your subordinates and survive this crisis. We will be considered the number one in the underworld. This time I was cleared." After Lin Xiong's words, Xiaodao also understood Lin Xiong's difficulty. "Since you're here, come with me for a walk on the city wall." Lin Xiong said. Xiaodao nodded in agreement. Follow Lin Xiong. The two of them went up to the city wall together. The soldiers on the city wall were patrolling and saw the two of them. The soldiers saluted politely. On top of the city, there were many citizens helping to strengthen the city's defences. Although they do. It's nothing more than a drop in the bucket, but I can see that heart and feel warm in my heart. The citizens call the military and civilians fishy. This is a reflection of reality. Lin Xiong and Xiaodao both had a lot of emotions. At this moment, a dark force was pressing down in the distance. Coming towards Haozhou City. Both of them were shocked, and they were still thinking that when the Japanese came, a battalion commander walked up to the city and shouted: "Open the city gate, reinforcements have arrived." Countless soldiers were still digging trenches. The soldiers cheered and jumped for joy. "Oh, reinforcements are coming, reinforcements are coming." Lin Xiong looked at the battalion commander. It was none other than Huang Weide, an old acquaintance. "Brother Huang, hahaha, why are you here?" Lin Xiong and Xiaodao came up to him, and Xiaodao immediately greeted the battalion commander: "Captain Huang. Okay." "Hahaha, okay, okay." Huang Weide said. "Didn't I just receive an order from the commander to come and greet the brothers of the First Heavy Infantry Army?" "First Heavy Infantry Army?" Lin Xiong asked doubtfully. Huang Weide ordered his men to prepare for the reception. While explaining to the mayor Lin Xiong beside him: "Our army has developed too fast. That's why we have the current adaptation system. In fact, the First Heavy Infantry Army was the original Sharp Sword Regiment. And our army, That was the original Tiger Regiment. "Although Lin Xiong is the president of the Peacekeeping Association, he has also heard of the reputation of several of Liu Cheng's leaders. Although I don¡¯t know their names, I am still familiar with the numbers of these regiments. For example, sharp swords, tigers, cheetahs, wolf fangs, etc. are all powerful. Upon hearing Huang Weide's explanation, Lin Xiong, who was previously worried about whether he could hold on, now felt reassured and completely calmed down. "Great, there is a sword, oh, no, now we should call, brothers of the First Heavy Infantry Army, we should be sure of guarding Haozhou this time." Lin Xiong asked tentatively. Huang Weide whispered in Lin Xiong's ear: "I won't hide it from you. I'm afraid this battle will be the biggest thing you have ever seen in your lifetime." "Ah!" Before Lin Xiong could react, Huang Weide He went down the city wall. Soon a greeting came from downstairs: "Commander Zhao, hello." Zhao Mazi nodded, smiled broadly, and then said: "Isn't this Xiao Huang? He is now the battalion commander. Not bad, not bad, do a good job. , at least become a major commander in the future." Huang Weide said in a neither humble nor arrogant tone: "Commander Zhao, thank you. Our commander is still waiting for you, please come with me." "Well, let's go, this Abu, now you have an appetite. He's getting older and he doesn't come to greet my old brother anymore. If Shen Kun doesn't let me come, I won't.??have come to rescue you. " Zhao Mazi looked disdainful. At the same time, several military vehicles stopped at the gate of the city. The person who got off the car was none other than Abu. "Old Zhao, are you complaining about me again? " "Hahaha How dare you? Don't touch the tiger's butt casually, it will kill someone. "Zhao Mazi joked. Hearing this old brother's joke, Abu also laughed. "Let's go, get in the car, and I will personally pick up the wind for you. " "Okay, today, I will definitely make a living out of you. Hahaha" The two got into the car together and disappeared quickly. Then came the troops' entry into the city and other matters, all arranged by Huang Weide. Originally, Cheng Feng, the most beloved general of the Tigers, was the first to do these things. But now, Cheng Feng has been dispatched to Germany, so it is this person's turn. Lin Xiong watched the soldiers entering, especially the individual weapons in their hands, some even with his own. He couldn't even name it, so he had a better understanding of the differences between this army and Abu's army. With the addition of another 30,000 troops, Haozhou City was expected to become safer. Looking at the sunlight shining in the sky, the sunset reflected in Lin Xiong's eyes, as if he was seeing the rising sun at dawn. "Hehehe" Lin Xiong turned around and saw the knife beside him smiling. He couldn't help but ask: "Why are you laughing? " "I don't know. I just saw these people coming and I was happy, so I just had fun. Hahaha" Lin Xiong also laughed after hearing Xiao Dao's words. Although this confidant is not smart, he is a thoughtful person, and even he can feel such an atmosphere. But Lin Xiong also has a seed in his heart. There was a trace of worry, and there was Huang Weide's unintentional words. "Could it be that this battle is really going to be beyond my imagination? "Lieutenant General Mutaguchi Renye, I'm afraid we can't contact Major Aso in Haozhou City. Your Excellency, Major, has died for his country. Forty miles away from Haozhou City, in a temporary military camp, the adjutant reported the news he had just guessed. Mutaguchi Lian also took off his military cap, bowed deeply in the direction of Haozhou, and stood up slowly after a long while. Zhidao: "Immediately send an order to all the troops under your jurisdiction to prepare for an attack on Haozhou City. At the same time, troops in several nearby cities were notified, and they were immediately prepared to rush to support operations. " "yes. ¡± ()w