Spy Shadow: Command & Conquer

Chapter 2043, It's the 20th Division again...

Ruined……

I've been hijacked by the system...

The idea of ​​remote delivery is becoming increasingly popular.

No matter how hard I try, I can't suppress it.

It's like a child getting a new toy; how could they not make a sound?
Switch to the world map. Lock the Germany region.

We found that it can be deployed in many places.

My heart is itching unbearably...

Honestly, 10,000 tons of aviation fuel shouldn't be that much. The Germans certainly don't lack that kind of fuel.

Giving the Germans tens of thousands of tons of oil would have no impact on the overall situation.

and so……

Cast!

[Deployment Successful]

Huh?
That's how it ended?

Why isn't there any sound at all? At least give me a hint...

For example, a ding...

try again?
Anyway, 10,000 tons isn't much.

Giving another 10,000 tons doesn't seem to have much of an impact.

then……

Deliver.

【Ding】

[Deployment Successful]

Zhang Yong: ...

Sure enough, the system readily complied.

It really did add a "ding" sound.

The issue is……

It seems there's still no movement?

How about we release another 10,000 tons to try? As the saying goes, things shouldn't be done more than three times…

then……

Cast!

【Ding】

[Deployment Successful]

Zhang Yong: ? ? ?
It seems that the "third time's the charm" rule is useless.

Should we distribute it a few more times?
It's only 10,000 tons anyway, no big deal, just a drop in the ocean...

then……

【Ding】

[Deployment Successful]

【Ding】

[Deployment Successful]

【Ding】

……

Until the radar map indicated that another red dot had entered.

That brought my mind back to reality.

"Chichichi..."

"Chichichi..."

A dive-bombing volley. Bullets streaked across the ground.

Then raise the level. Leave the subsequent attacks to others.

Continue remote deployment.

Anyway, it's always 10,000 tons each time, so it doesn't seem to have much of an impact...

【Ding】

【Ding】

I finally feel like it's about time.

Let's see what the consequences are first. We'll deploy it later if necessary.

Returning to port.

Many yellow dots were found on the ground.

It should be that the 167th Division started airlifting over.

landing.

"report!"

Duan Xingdao's voice came through.

Zhang Yong nodded. He returned the greeting with a raised hand. He completely relaxed.

With the arrival of the 167th Division, Quzhou Airport was completely safe. Zhang Yong was also completely safe.

He immediately ordered Duan Xingdao and Wu Shaozhou to hand over control of the defense of Quzhou.

It's not just Quzhou Airport. It's the entire city of Quzhou.

This is the heart of the Third War Zone. Its geographical location is extremely important.

It's like being stuck between the internal organs of the Third War Zone.

He can interfere with whatever the Third War Zone wants to do.

"Somebody come!"

"To!"

"Where is the 20th Army currently located?"

"Report to the Commissioner: The vanguard of the 20th Army has just crossed Tonggu and is expected to reach Shanggao today."

"understood."

Zhang Yong frowned.

Indeed, marching on the ground is far too slow.

We've been traveling for many days since we left Pingjiang, and we still haven't reached Shanggao.

It will probably take about half a month to get to Quzhou.

Ugh, this is such a hassle!
But that's the reality. This was the reality for most of the Nationalist army.

Without enough vehicles and with poor road conditions, the maximum marching speed in a day was 80 li (approximately 40 kilometers).

That is the maximum, the most ideal state.

Moreover, most of the Nationalist army couldn't do that.

Ordering them to march by force is impractical. It would only lead to the collapse of the ranks and even desertion.

Once the Nationalist army embarks on a high-intensity forced march, many soldiers will scatter and disappear.

eat.

go to bed.

We've been on continuous missions, and we're really tired.

I went to bed early that night. I had a feeling someone was coming.

The next morning, I received a report that Shangguan Yunxiang had arrived. But I didn't dare wake him.

"Call him over."

"Yes."

Soon, Shangguan Yunxiang appeared.

He stepped forward respectfully. He stood at attention. He saluted. His attitude was very proper.

Upon discovering that Quzhou Airport had been taken over by the 167th Division, Shangguan Yunxiang naturally dared not be negligent in the slightest.

This 167th Division was also under the command of Inspector Zhang Yong. It was a very strong fighting force.

"Commissioner".

"sit."

Zhang Yong glanced at the other person and waved his hand dismissively.

Sure enough, some people need to be taught a lesson before they remember their place.

"I don't dare to do this in a humble position."

What is the current situation of the New Fourth Army?

"Reporting to the commissioner, they have been staying in Yunling Town, Jing County, and are unwilling to be relocated."

Have you sent anyone to negotiate?

"Yes. But the other party's attitude was very tough."

What is the current deployment of your army group?

"Please take a look, Specialist."

Shangguan Yunxiang turned and summoned his attendants.

He had prepared the relevant information long ago, anticipating that Zhang Yong might ask about it.

The relevant map is unfolded.

Zhang Yong watched silently.

He had no expression.

This was expected.

Shangguan Yunxiang has already surrounded the New Fourth Army Corps.

The area surrounding Jing County was entirely occupied by Nationalist troops. Moreover, they all belonged to the 32nd Army Group.

This army group consisted of Gu Zhutong's trusted confidants. The vast majority of its officers were graduates of the Whampoa Military Academy. Therefore, don't expect them to show mercy.

How many people are there over there?

"Reporting to the Commissioner, according to the exact figures we have, it should be around ten thousand people."

Are spies reliable?

"Of course. I developed it myself. It's very reliable."

"understood."

Zhang Yong nodded and waved.

Shangguan Yunxiang had the map put away. Then he sat down.

Only when Zhang Yong inquired about this matter did he feel completely relieved.

He assumed that the Chairman had arranged for Zhang Yong to intervene.

"Commissioner..."

"No need to report to me."

"Yes."

Shangguan Yunxiang agreed.

Zhang Yong stopped paying attention to the matter, because there was little he could do about it.

The key to this matter isn't here, it's there.

It's normal to have traitors.

Frankly speaking, Jingxian County does not have a strong grassroots foundation.

Due to the restrictions imposed by the three war zones, many of the tasks that the Red Party was good at could not be carried out.

Ugh……

After a few casual words, they were sent away.

"report!"

Then Wang Jingjiu arrived. Another round of polite pleasantries ensued.

In fact, Zhang Yong had dealt with Wang Jingjiu in both the Shanghai-Nanjing and Nanjing battlefields. They just weren't very familiar with each other.

As one of the top performers from the first cohort of the Whampoa Military Academy, Wang Jingjiu's promotions were quite rapid. However, he seemed somewhat aloof and not very adept at scheming.

If he wins the battle, that's fine. But if he loses, probably not many people will speak up for him.

"Commissioner, I have a plan..."

"Go ahead."

"This humble servant wishes to recapture Fuzhou."

"can."

"But we need the Commissioner's support."

"Explain in detail." "This humble servant would like to request that the Commissioner personally lead the team."

"is it?"

Zhang Yong seemed to be deep in thought.

Examine Wang Jingjiu's data carefully.

[Favorability 150+]

It is quite tall.

There shouldn't be any conspiracy or trickery involved.

Perhaps they simply want to utilize their own abilities.

After all, the Japanese did have troops stationed in Fuzhou. However, the specific figures are not very clear.

Checking the air command map, we found 75mm mountain guns and 105mm howitzers. However, there were no tanks or aircraft. A precise assessment is currently impossible.

In fact, after the Japanese invaders occupied Fuzhou, their control was intermittent.

It's strange. Hesitant and indecisive.

After a while, they realized that Fuzhou was very important, so they sent troops to occupy it.

Then they realized that Fuzhou was of little use, and that the entire Fujian province was a strategically uncontested area. So they withdrew.

Repeatedly.

It's been a lot of back and forth.

What is the current situation in Fuzhou?

"Reporting to the Commissioner, according to our reconnaissance, the Japanese garrison only numbers around seven thousand men."

"An independent mixed brigade?"

"No. It's the newly established 20th Division. Its headquarters are in Fuzhou."

"Oh?"

Zhang Yong's eyes lit up.

Was it the 20th Division that I dealt with in southwestern Shanxi?
It seems I have a rather special connection with it. I cleaned it up once in the Beijing-Tianjin area, and then again in southwestern Shanxi.

Now, this guy has come all the way to Fuzhou. Is he just asking to get beaten up?
"A division headquarters, and you..."

"Commissioner, what I am worried about is the Japanese naval and air retaliation."

"Oh."

Zhang Yong understood.

This is the most important part.

The Japanese land forces were actually not many. Only a few thousand men.

If Wang Jingjiu mobilizes two armies, totaling forty to fifty thousand men, he still has a chance to take it down.

The problem was the Japanese navy and air force.

Because most of the National Revolutionary Army had difficulty distinguishing between the Japanese naval and army air forces, they all assumed it was the Japanese air force.

Fuzhou is a coastal city. Japanese warships could approach it. It was also very close to the Japanese-occupied Songshan Airport.

Once attacked by Japanese naval and air forces, no amount of ground troops would be of any use.

The lessons learned from the Battle of Shanghai are all in blood and tears.

Therefore, we must win Zhang Yong's support.

In reality, it involved deploying the Nationalist government's air force to drive away Japanese warships and aircraft.

"Commissioner..."

"No problem. I'll take care of dealing with the Japanese warships and planes."

Zhang Yong readily agreed.

With its location near Quzhou Airport, there's absolutely no problem.

Although the Japanese had Songshan Airport, Zhang Yong judged that at present, the Japanese would not be willing to engage in a costly war.

Having decided to head south, the Japanese army was unlikely to be willing to pay a heavy price for a non-essential port like Fuzhou, as it was truly of little use to them. Occupying Fuzhou would prevent the Japanese from launching further operations.

The entire Fujian province is almost entirely mountainous.

Did the Japanese invaders still intend to wage guerrilla warfare against the National Revolutionary Army here?

If the cost becomes too high, it will eventually become unbearable, and the company will voluntarily give up.

Then, he, Zhang Yong, would be able to own a coastal port.

Great. You can give it a try.

"Commander-in-Chief Wang, please tell me in detail."

"it is good."

Wang Jing had been seeking it for a long time but could not obtain it.

I didn't expect Zhang Yong to be so proactive and attentive.

I thought Zhang Yong would offer some polite support, maybe even some weapons or ammunition.

Judging from Zhang Yong's current demeanor, it seems he really intends to take matters into his own hands!

Is Fuzhou really that tempting?
It really does exist.

Zhang Yong quickly realized it.

This is a coastal city. It is a major port.

You can disembark here if you have your own boat.

It can transport a large amount of supplies.

The Japanese invaders would never give up in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and other places.

However, Fuzhou was a strategically important location, so the Japanese invaders' struggle for it was probably not as intense.

If one is determined to fight the Japanese invaders repeatedly, the Japanese invaders may eventually give up.

Then, Fuzhou could become a usable port.

This port is very important.

It can drag the heavy troops of the three war zones to the south.

At the very least, Wang Jingjiu's 10th Army Group could be transferred to the southern coast.

Tang Shizun's 23rd Army Group can also be used to relocate a portion of the force.

This would reduce the number of troops in the north.

When the incident breaks out, it might alleviate some of the pressure...

Where are your troops located?

"We are already close to the front line in Fuzhou. The main force is in the Minqing and Yongtai area."

"Okay. Let's go to the front lines."

"Yes."

"By the way, also transfer Wu Shaozhou's Provisional 35th Brigade up here."

"it is good!"

Wang Jingjiu immediately went to relay the order.

A little while later, the two set off in a jeep.

Following behind was a guard platoon from the 167th Division. Also present was Devonte with his American Marines.

This Devonte is really not afraid of hardship or fatigue; he wants to go everywhere.

Upon hearing that they were going to launch a counterattack on Fuzhou, they immediately followed suit.

But it was all for the best; his soldiers could serve as drivers for the guard platoon responsible for transporting Zhang Yong.

In the past few days, Zhang Yong specifically instructed the Marines under Derwent to drive the Willys Jeeps with exceptional skill. Each and every one of them was a competent driver.

Zhang Yong drove the car himself.

Although the mountain road was winding, narrow, and steep.

But for the Willys Jeep, it was no problem at all. It traversed the terrain with ease.

They encountered several bandit groups along the way. Dealing with them took some time. It was two days before they reached the front lines.

Upon receiving the news, the commanders of all units arrived together to greet them.

Huh?
Zhang Yong was suddenly somewhat surprised.

Among those white dots, he actually spotted two familiar faces.

Who?
Chen Munong.

Feng Shengfa.

"Commissioner!"

"Commissioner!"

The two stepped forward happily. They stood at attention. They saluted.

Zhang Yong raised his hand in return. Then he looked thoughtfully at the two people in front of him.

Unexpectedly, two of Wang Jingjiu's army commanders were acquaintances. No wonder Wang Jingjiu had plans to attack Fuzhou.

It was mostly those two who were instigating it behind the scenes, wanting to invite Zhang Yong over.

"Chen Munong".

"arrive."

"How long have you been the commander of the 88th Army?"

"Reporting to the Commissioner, it has been nine months."

"Feng Shengfa, what about you?"

"Reporting to the Commissioner, I have only been in office for three months."

"I see."

Zhang Yong then remarked that he hadn't encountered Feng Shengfa in the 74th Army before. It turned out that Feng had gone to serve as the commander of the Provisional 9th ​​Army.

Sure enough, the division commander who came from the main force was promoted directly to army commander.

Great. They're all acquaintances. It'll be easier to get things done.

"Commissioner".

"Hello, Commander-in-Chief Fan."

"Don't dare, don't dare."

The speaker was Fan Shaozeng, Commander-in-Chief of the 10th Army Group.

There was once a character named Fan Ha'er in a TV series. It is said that he was based on the person in front of you.

As a powerful figure in the Sichuan Army, Fan Shaozeng has clearly been stripped of power. He was originally the commander of the 88th Army, but now he's effectively a figurehead.

After Chen Munong arrived, the 88th Army replaced many of its Whampoa Military Academy graduates, gradually turning the 88th Army into a semi-direct force.

Originally organized as two divisions, four brigades, and eight regiments, it was upgraded to three divisions, six brigades, and twelve regiments. The total strength exceeded 20,000 men.

As for the Provisional Ninth Army, the situation was slightly worse.

It turns out it was upgraded from the Jiangzhe Guerrilla Column. Its strength was only about 18,000 men.

In other words, Wang Jingjiu's 10th Army Group actually only had slightly more than 40,000 men. Its strength was not particularly formidable.

"report!"

Another army commander stepped forward. Stand at attention. Salute.

He was the commander of the 26th Army of the National Revolutionary Army. His name was Qiu Shifa. He had no special background. He was just a member of a ragtag army.

Because the 26th Army was not on the Ministry of Military Affairs' organizational chart, it belonged to the local forces of Fujian Province. Its pay and other expenses were handled by Fujian Province itself.

As a result, the army's strength was pitifully weak. It only had five regiments, less than ten thousand men.

Why add a code? Because it sounds better that way.

It was actually Liu Jianxu, a high-ranking official in Fujian Province, who orchestrated this himself.

Speaking of Liu Jianxu, he was actually quite a figure. He graduated from Baoding University and served as the commander-in-chief of an army group during the Battle of Shanghai.

He is currently the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Third Theater Command and concurrently in charge of Fujian Province. He has both military and political power.

"Where is your Commander Liu?"

"I'm sorry, Commissioner, Commander Liu is unwell and unable to come to greet you. Please forgive him."

"I see."

Zhang Yong nodded, understanding that Liu Jianxu was probably somewhat emotional.

Most likely, he didn't get along well with Wang Jingjiu. Therefore, Liu Jianxu was unwilling to take the lead in the attack on Fuzhou.

However, he didn't want to antagonize Zhang Yong and then be used by Wang Jingjiu to kill him. It would be troublesome if Zhang Yong misunderstood. Therefore, he sent his troops.

This is the situation.

Some are relatively optimistic. Others are not so optimistic.

"please."

"please."

Enter the conference room.

Let's get down to business.

[To be continued]

(End of this chapter)