The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1587 The Sixth Division: "Give me your men, and I can win!"

Beneath the vast sky, the enormous muzzle of a cannon slowly rose forward.

"Quickly, transport squad, bring the ammunition over here!"

Waving and shouting, Krupp couldn't help but roar.

As the military vehicles arrived, the burly Krieg stepped forward, shouldered a shell, and walked towards the giant cannon.

In response to the Sixth Division's attack, Zhang Cheng upgraded the artillery battalion into an artillery regiment in all aspects!

Thirty Gustav heavy artillery pieces, one hundred and sixty-five field howitzers, and three hundred field guns.
The most crucial of these was the Gustav Cannon, because its firing rate was too slow. Zhang Cheng had to urgently "create" another twenty-nine cannons to ensure "balanced firepower"!

Looking at Krieg, which resembled a human tank, many artillerymen swallowed hard.

You have to understand that as artillerymen, their bodies are stronger than the average person, otherwise how could they move artillery shells?
But Krieg, who was standing in front of them, was even more valiant than they were. No wonder he became a member of the guard regiment!
In ancient warfare, never think of archers as a bunch of "little things" who can only draw bows!
Because once you get close, you'll realize that the one who can continuously draw the bow is the true warrior in the army!

"preparation!"

With a loud roar, Krupp raised his banner.
As the soldiers loaded their guns in unison, the artillerymen immediately raised their small flags.
As dark clouds gradually obscured the sky, the atmosphere of impending storm slowly spread.

At the 6th Division's garrison, commanders were discussing countermeasures while holding up a map.

Looking at the location of Lashio, the commander of the 6th Division said with a serious face: "Gentlemen, I estimate that the Osaka Division will probably not contribute to this war, so this battle will depend on our 6th Division!"

Upon hearing the division commander's words, many people nodded solemnly.
Everyone was basically aware of what the Osaka Division had been doing.
Bringing them to the battlefield was just a way to find them a place to "work".

But the 6th Division never expected that the Osaka Division would treat them like merchandise and sell them to the 77th Brigade!
They even came up with an excuse for defeat in preparation for the arrival of the Sixth Division!

"For the glory of the Emperor and the Empire, may you all enjoy great military success!"

With a loud roar, the commander of the Sixth Division roared...

"Onboard, onboard, onboard!"

A loud roar erupted, while the officers spoke with serious expressions.
Just then, a heavy rain began to fall outside the tent.
Stepping out of their tents, many Japanese officers solemnly remarked, "This is a day fit for battle!"

But just as he finished speaking, countless arcs suddenly appeared in the sky.
Looking up in astonishment, they saw the Japanese officers all asking in surprise, "What is that?"

"Cannonballs? Impossible, how could they possibly have cannonballs that can travel that far!"

Just as many people were filled with terror, a Gustav cannon landed directly on the position.
"boom!"

A deafening explosion rang out, and the Japanese soldiers still inside the fortifications were instantly blown to pieces. Everything within a 500-meter radius was reduced to ashes.
Staring in astonishment into the distance, the Japanese soldiers hiding in the trenches stood frozen in place, as if they couldn't believe what they were seeing.
"Then, what is that?"

"God's punishment?"

"It's a shell, an enemy shell!"

Seeing the horrific destruction resembling a meteorite crater, the soldiers of the 6th Division were filled with terror.

But before their fear could spread, more shells rained down from the sky.

"Shhhhhh!"

A series of whistling sounds rang out, and amidst the torrential rain, the Gustav cannon and over four hundred field guns opened fire simultaneously.

Within the artillery regiment behind Lashio,
Krupp, while on the phone, roared, "Adjust your positions! Adjust your positions! Advance! All of you, aim and fire! Anyone who misses, I'll smash their sandbags!" As soon as Krupp finished speaking, the soldiers rushed out to report.

Watching the shells streak across the sky and roar in the distance, Zhang Cheng stood atop the city wall, his eyes bloodshot, and ordered, "Order the 7th and 8th Regiments to begin the assault! The 9th and 10th Regiments, within two hours, you must intercept the 6th Division's retreat!"

"Yes, Commander!"

Salute, and the second-in-command quickly left.

Standing next to Zhang Cheng, Ah Xing asked excitedly, "Big brother? What are we doing?"

"What are you doing? Sit and watch!"

Speaking to Ah Xing beside him, Zhang Cheng leisurely took out a cigar, lit it, and then...

As he exhaled thick fog, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but grin and say, "This will be a massacre!"

"Division Commander, we've completely lost contact with the 24th Regiment. They... they've likely all perished!"

He ran into the tent in a panic, only to hear the messenger shouting...

"what?"

Looking at the messenger in disbelief, the commander of the Sixth Division saw astonishment on his face.

He had anticipated a fierce artillery barrage, but he hadn't expected it to be this devastating.

Less than half an hour into the battle, an entire regiment had completely lost contact. Even when facing the Russians' overwhelming force, the 6th Division had never been in such a sorry state!
Before the commander of the Sixth Division could finish speaking, messengers rushed in one after another, each handing over a "final death note".
Staring at the clearly visible words, the commander of the Sixth Division felt a buzzing in his head.
Because he now finally understood why the Osaka Division was dragging its feet and dared not advance: once they reached the Lashio battlefield, it would mean that their lives would be put on the line!

"idiot!"

With an angry roar, the commander of the 6th Division quickly picked up the phone and said, "Connect the Osaka Division!"

A few minutes later, the call was answered.

Hearing the various artillery sounds coming from inside, the Osaka Division Commander quipped, "Moshi moshi, does the Sixth Division have some urgent business?"

"Damn it, what kind of deal did you make with the other side? Why, why is my division suffering such a devastating bombardment!"

The 6th Division commander roared in fury; he was completely enraged.
"If that's what you're saying, then I don't understand. After all, we're currently engaged in fierce fighting with the 77th Brigade in order to advance!"

As he spoke, the Osaka Division Commander quickly hung up the phone, but his eyes darted around.

"Report, Division Commander, the 6th Division has been subjected to heavy artillery fire from the 77th Brigade. The forward lines have been completely destroyed, and several regiments have lost contact."

He hurried into the command post, where a messenger was looking at the Osaka Division Commander.
Upon hearing his words, the officers of the Osaka Division all gasped in shock.

Although they could hear the distant roar of artillery fire, they never imagined that the 77th Brigade's firepower was so fierce. No wonder the 33rd and 16th Divisions had lost their men and flags after only a few days of fighting. It was like walking through hell!

"Baka! Give me men! Give me men and I can take Lashio!"

A hysterical roar erupted as the commander of the Sixth Division stared, his eyes bloodshot, at the phone being disconnected.

However, just as he was utterly powerless and enraged, the Ninth and Tenth Regiments had already begun their flanking maneuvers.

Looking through the binoculars at the 77th Brigade beginning to form a blockade, the members of the Osaka Division broke out in a cold sweat.
Because that was where they originally planned to build their battle line. Luckily, the division commander was smart and they withdrew. Otherwise, they would have run into their employer!
Upon hearing the news from below, the Osaka Division immediately began moving and rapidly retreating.
As for the 6th Division, they're beyond saving. Well, even if the Emperor came, he probably couldn't do it!
(End of this chapter)