The Red Era: Living in Seclusion in a Siheyuan as a Boss

Chapter 769 The First Encounter with the "Sea Wolf"!!

A flicker of realization crossed Scorpion's eyes, followed by a sinister grin: "Brilliant! S-Order is truly brilliant! Your trick of luring the snakes out of their holes will surely ensure that those arrogant special forces soldiers never return!"

He immediately adjusted the tactical deployment, ordering the "Scorpions" to continue suppressing fire but to postpone the general offensive.

The "Scorpion" snipers on the hillside received new instructions and began firing rhythmically, neither allowing the old town's escort team to break through nor rushing to annihilate them.

This cat-and-mouse tactic kept the soldiers of the old city trapped in the valley on edge.

Meanwhile, the company commander of the second company in the old town was anxiously trying to contact the assault team.

The communications soldier, sweating profusely, frantically tested his portable communication device: "Hello, hello... This is Lao Cheng... Hello, hello... Sir, the signal might be bad, I can't reach you for the time being..."

"Damn it, they actually messed up at the crucial moment..." Upon hearing this, the second company commander angrily slammed his fist on the armored vehicle's steel plate, the metal making a dull sound.

He looked around and found that the enemy's firepower had obviously weakened, but the encirclement was still tight.

"Hiss! Something's not right." The second company commander keenly sensed the enemy's unusual behavior. "They could have wiped us out in one fell swoop, so why have they suddenly stopped attacking?"

Lieutenant Kang wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and said, "Isn't this good? We can still catch our breath and hold out for reinforcements!"

Upon hearing this, the second company commander glanced disdainfully at Deputy Officer Kang, who had absolutely no experience in combat.

However, since he was nominally the commander of the convoy, the second company commander patiently explained to his adjutant, "No, 'Scorpion' clearly has the advantage and could easily defeat us."

But their current stance of surrounding the enemy without attacking is definitely part of a conspiracy.

"A conspiracy? This..." Lieutenant Kang looked utterly shocked and completely lost: "What should we do?!"

By this time, the sky had gradually darkened, but the entire battlefield was as bright as day.

The convoy escorting vehicles in the old city has been surrounded for two hours, but they have been unable to contact the assault team or the old city command post.

Everyone in the convoy was filled with fear, feeling that their end was nigh.

At this critical moment, a buzzing sound finally came from the communication channel. After several calls, the communications soldier excitedly gripped the microphone.

"Hello? This is the Old City Escort Vehicle Team. Please respond."

"Hello? The old city escort convoy is calling. Please respond." The electrical interference continued.

Suddenly, a steady voice pierced through the noise: "Commandos received, please speak!"

The communications soldier breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank goodness, we finally made contact!" His voice trembled slightly with tension: "We've been ambushed by Lang Yuancai's 'Scorpion' Guard. Coordinates. The enemy is well-equipped and has fierce firepower. Repeat. Requesting emergency support!"

The sounds of intense gunfire and explosions could be faintly heard in the background, indicating that the situation was extremely critical.

Inside the Migao family compound in "Awa Mountain Village," the assault team set up a temporary combat command post.

Zhang Jin led the main force to carry out the task of eradicating poppy fields on the mountain, leaving only a few elite troops such as Ye Peng to guard the command post.

The battle progressed unexpectedly smoothly.

Under the precise strikes of the commando team, D. Mi Gao and his forces, who had been entrenched in "Awa Mountain Village" for many years, were completely wiped out.

Even more encouraging is that hundreds of millions of yuan worth of government funds were seized during the operation. This huge sum of money will provide strong economic support for the subsequent implementation of the "alternative planting plan".

As the smoke cleared, the faces of every participant were filled with the joy of victory.

This is not only a victory in military action, but also a perfect blow to evil by justice.

Just as everyone was excitedly discussing the celebration banquet to be held that evening, a sudden, urgent call came through the radio, breaking the joyful atmosphere.

"This is the commando team, please speak!" Ye Peng immediately grabbed the communicator and responded.

"Great... We've finally made contact with you... Our Old City Escort Team!"

"The convoy is under attack and requests backup... Coordinates: east of Panshan Town..." A frantic voice came from the other end of the communicator, accompanied by bursts of gunfire. "The convoy is under heavy attack from 'Scorpion' troop; the situation is critical!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Peng's expression changed drastically, and his knuckles turned slightly white as he gripped the communicator: "What? The escort vehicle was attacked? What are your casualties?" He quickly glanced at the battle map and ordered in a deep voice: "...Hold your ground and await reinforcements! Keep communications open, we will organize a rescue immediately!"

After hanging up the communicator, Ye Peng quickly ran out of the Mi family compound and headed towards the Yingsu planting area outside the village.

Because the battle was over and the planting area was not far away, Zhang Jin said that they were not equipped with wireless communication equipment.

Ye Peng had no choice but to run up the mountain to inform Zhang Jin that their convoy had run into trouble.

Ye Peng ran all the way, his combat uniform soaked with sweat.

By then it was dark, and the mountain people working on the mountain lit torches, sang folk songs, and joyfully wiped out the Ying Su.

"...The peacock not only knows how to display its tail feathers, but its musical and dance skills are also superb."

Play the hulusi and erhu, and don't cry when you see an elephant.

It's an adorable mascot, given to those who eat pineapple..."

“Everyone, let’s work harder and finish this job. Then we’ll go back together and have a candlelight party. What do you all say?” Zhang Jincheng shouted to the working people.

"it is good!"

"Great!"

"Hahaha...we'll have barbecue! Everyone, keep up the good work! We'll eat barbecue when we get back!" A-Gui shouted with a loud laugh.

"Aww...Meatballs..." A group of children ran around excitedly.

Hearing the shouts of a group of people on the hillside ahead, Ye Peng, catching his breath, yelled at the top of his lungs, "Captain! Captain, there's an emergency!"

Zhang Jincheng, who was directing the mountain militia to burn down the British and Soviet camps, suddenly turned around when he saw Ye Peng's staggering figure on the hillside, and his pupils contracted sharply.

"Oh no, something's happened..."

Zhang Jin rushed down the hillside in three quick steps, his combat boots crushing several remaining English rose bushes.

"what happened?"

"Captain, the convoy just received a call! They were attacked at the mountain pass east of Panshan Town!" Ye Peng gasped for breath, supporting himself on his knees. "It's Lang Yuancai's 'Scorpion' bodyguard team. They used heavy firepower, and the convoy is in grave danger."

Zhang Jincheng's face instantly turned ashen.

"All commandos assemble!" The thunderous roar startled the birds in the forest.

Liu Xiaotao and his colleagues, who were busy on the mountain, reflexively put down everything they were doing and quickly came to Zhang Jincheng's side.

"What happened to the captain?" Zhuang Yan wiped the sweat from his face and asked first.

“The situation is urgent, let’s talk as we walk.” Zhang Jin glanced at the convoy and then said to A Gui, “Brother A Gui, the convoy has been attacked, and our assault team is going to provide support.”

You stay behind to lead the mountain people's self-defense force and a company of old town soldiers to guard 'Awa Mountain Village'. You must ensure the village's safety.

Upon hearing this, Agui wanted to go with Zhang Jincheng and the others, so he requested, "I'll go with you. With Liu Yankan leading the mountain people's self-defense force and cooperating with the First Company, protecting Awa Mountain Village shouldn't be a problem."

After a moment's thought, Zhang Jincheng nodded decisively: "Alright! Brother Agui is familiar with the terrain, so he can lead the way for us." He turned to Yan Kan and instructed him: "Brother Yan Kan, the stronghold is now in your hands. You have a great responsibility. Be sure to strengthen patrols, especially the Mi Gao family's warehouse, which needs to be guarded closely."

"Don't worry, Captain!" Yan Kan patted his chest and assured him, "We will definitely be on high alert and keep a close watch on Awa Mountain Village!"

"Very good!" Zhang Jincheng patted the brave young Kokang man on the shoulder with satisfaction. The commando team quickly returned to the Mi family compound in Awa Mountain Village.

After Zhang Jin finished his deployment, he turned to the assault team and sternly ordered, "Everyone check your equipment. We're leaving in five minutes!" The team members immediately sprang into action, the metallic clanging of bullets being chambered echoing throughout the room.

Liu Xiaotao quickly organized the ammunition boxes, then suddenly looked up and asked, "Captain, should we notify Commander Kang?"

Zhang Jin was stuffing grenades into his tactical vest when he heard this and paused: "There's no time! The convoy is on the brink of destruction, we must race against time."

"We'll keep in touch as we go..." He grabbed the walkie-talkie. "Ye Peng, have you contacted the escort convoy? Tell them to hold on! We're heading to support them right now."

"Yes!" Ye Peng got into the off-road vehicle and turned on the radio to contact the escort convoy.

Zhang Jin then joined other team members in boarding several other all-terrain assault vehicles.

By this time, it was completely dark, and the distant mountains were outlined in a menacing shape under the moonlight.

A-Gui sat in the passenger seat of the lead car. "Taking this shortcut to Panshan Town will save half an hour, but the road is rough and a bit bumpy..." He pointed to a mountain path hidden in the bushes.

"Let's take this road!" Zhang Jin said decisively. Time was of the essence, and the entire convoy could be wiped out at any moment, so he couldn't worry about anything else.

The convoy sped along the rugged mountain road, the wheels screeching as they rolled over the gravel.

Zhang Jin gripped the steering wheel tightly, his eyes fixed intently on the winding mountain road ahead.

Inside the carriage, the assault team members silently inspected their weapons, and a tense atmosphere filled the air.

"Captain, we've made contact with the convoy!" Ye Peng's voice came through the radio. "They're trapped at a mountain pass, their roads are blocked, they've suffered heavy casualties, and they're almost out of ammunition!"

Zhang Jincheng frowned, his eyes fixed intently on the winding mountain road ahead. He ordered in a deep voice, "Tell them to hold on for another hour! We're going full speed ahead!" With that, he patted Zhuang Yan heavily in the driver's seat, his voice resolute and unwavering: "Drive faster!"

The convoy was now speeding along, the off-road vehicles racing through the rugged mountain roads in the pitch-black night, each bump sending shivers down one's spine.

Zhuang Yan gritted his teeth, beads of sweat forming on his forehead, but he still pressed the accelerator to the floor without hesitation.

With the roar of its engine, the steel behemoth charged into the darkness like a tiger unleashed from its cage.

Upon seeing this, the convoy behind immediately responded, accelerating one vehicle after another to follow.

The entire convoy transformed into a flowing fire dragon, carving a breathtaking trail along the winding mountain road.

Zhang Jin gripped the handrail tightly with one hand, stabilizing himself amidst the violent jolts. He turned to Ye Peng and said in a deep voice, "Immediately connect to the old city Kang S order!" Without a word, Ye Peng quickly adjusted the frequency and made the call. Soon, a hissing sound came from the radio.

"Old Town! Old Town! Please respond if you receive this!"

The communication was established within a minute.

Ye Peng immediately handed the microphone to Zhang Jin, saying, "Captain, it's connected!"

"Brother Kang! This is Zhang Jincheng!" Zhang Jincheng's voice was filled with barely suppressed anxiety. "It's an emergency! Our escort convoy has been ambushed by Lang Yuancai. The situation is extremely critical, and we need your immediate reinforcements."

Meanwhile, inside the Old Town Command Center.

Upon hearing this, Kang Jiasheng jumped up from his seat, almost crushing the microphone in his hand: "What?! Our escort team was attacked? Then why didn't they ask me for help?" His voice boomed in the command room, startling the staff around him into stopping their work.

“I think it’s a request for help. Maybe it’s a communication problem. Your area is quite mountainous…” Zhang Jin explained.

"How did Lang Yuancai get the news so quickly?" Kang Jiasheng frowned upon hearing this.

"Brother Kang, let's not talk about this now, the rescue convoy is the priority."

"We've already set off. You should send reinforcements immediately as well..." Zhang Jincheng urged anxiously.

"Alright, alright, I'll send my guard company to reinforce right away." Kang Jiasheng hung up the phone and called out, "Chief of Staff Wu!"

"Yes!" Wu Damin shouted immediately.

"Immediately order the First Company of the Guard Battalion to assemble!" Kang Jiasheng commanded.

Upon hearing this, Wu Damin ordered him to assemble the guard company. He hurriedly asked, "S-order, what happened?"

"Damn it! Our convoy was ambushed, and two companies of soldiers suffered heavy losses. Now we are surrounded by enemy troops in a valley and are in imminent danger..." Kang Jiasheng cursed angrily.

"Huh? Who dares to mess with us?" Wu Damin said in disbelief. The most powerful force in the area east and north of Panshan Town was their old town.

"Who else could it be? That bastard Lang Yuancai?"

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Meanwhile, the assault team, including A-Gui and a few others, totaling twenty people, was advancing at full speed in four assault vehicles and one off-road vehicle.

After more than an hour of frantic driving, we could already see the outline of Panshan Town ahead.

After passing Panshan Town, drive a few kilometers east to reach the mountain pass where the convoy was ambushed.

The good news is that the convoy is still putting up a fight, but the bad news is that they have suffered heavy casualties and are running out of ammunition.

Zhang Jin felt a sense of relief, thinking that there was still time.

Suddenly, A-Gui pointed ahead and shouted, "Watch out! There's an ambush ahead!" Before he finished speaking, a streak of fire roared down the hillside ahead and headed straight for the convoy.

"Whoosh!"

"Oh no, it's an RPG! Quickly maneuver to dodge!" Zhang Jin shouted, and Zhuang Yan instinctively jerked the steering wheel.

With a loud "boom," the SUV swerved sharply, narrowly avoiding the explosion.

Gravel and dirt flew up and hit the vehicle with a dull thud.

"There are enemy troops lying in ambush in the woods ahead!" Liu Xiaotao, who had a clear view of everything from the vehicle behind, raised his assault rifle and fired a burst at the dark figures in the woods on the hillside.

Lu Da, aboard the assault vehicle, picked up the heavy machine gun mounted on the roof and unleashed a fierce barrage of fire.

The deafening gunfire echoed through the mountains, and the ambushing enemy had clearly underestimated the commando team's ability to adapt.

This well-trained team launched a fierce counterattack the moment they were ambushed. What caught the enemy off guard was that their assault vehicles were equipped with powerful heavy machine guns, and the dense barrage of fire temporarily suppressed the enemy's offensive.

In the smoke-filled hillside forest, a dozen mercenaries dressed in M ​​Army special forces equipment were frantically searching for cover.

Their agile figures darted swiftly among the towering ancient trees, eventually disappearing behind the thick trunks.

A sniper, lurking in the bushes, slowly adjusted his breathing, staring through a high-powered scope at the steel beast spitting fire on the road in the distance.

"Boss, things are bad," the sniper reported into his headset in a low voice, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. "The enemy's machine gun turret is equipped with all-around protective armor, and I can't find an effective firing angle at all."

"Fuck!" Steven spat, then picked up his infrared binoculars to observe the situation ahead. He hadn't expected the well-planned ambush to go awry; he hadn't anticipated that the assault team would arrive in assault vehicles.

This thing is thick-skinned and has incredibly powerful firepower; ordinary assault rifles simply can't penetrate its armor.

Steven quickly adjusted the tactics, growling into the communicator, "Attention everyone, concentrate fire on the tires and observation windows! Team A, provide suppressive fire; Team B, prepare to throw smoke grenades!"

Before the words were even finished, a rocket streaked out again, leaving a long trail of flame.

This time, it accurately hit the right front wheel of the last assault vehicle, and the huge impact caused the entire vehicle to tilt violently, almost flipping off the cliff.

(End of this chapter)