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"We can do it!"

"Don't panic, everyone!"

The team members' voices rose and fell, and their initially panicked emotions gradually calmed down.

They encouraged and supported each other as they struggled to fly forward through the pitch-black thunderstorm clouds.

Another bolt of lightning struck, hitting the nose of the No. 1 aircraft.

The massive shockwave jolted the plane violently, and a crack appeared in the cockpit window.

Gao Zilong was so shocked that his vision went black and he almost fainted.

He shook his head vigorously and bit his tongue to keep himself awake.

"Hold on, brothers!" he roared. "The thunderstorm's almost over! We're halfway there!"

"Think of your parents back home! Think of the people in the base areas! Think of those who are waiting for us to return!"

"We can't die here!"

"We must get back alive!"

His voice was like a ray of light, piercing the darkness and illuminating everyone's hearts.

Everyone gritted their teeth and stayed at their posts.

Not a single person backed down, and not a single person gave up.

I don't know how much time passed, maybe ten minutes, maybe an hour.

Suddenly, the plane felt a sharp lightness.

The violent air currents disappeared.

The deafening thunder faded into the distance.

The sound of raindrops hitting the porthole also decreased.

Gao Zilong suddenly looked up.

Ahead, a golden ray of sunlight pierced through the thick clouds and shone in.

"We're out! We're out!"

Wang Lei shouted excitedly, tears welling up instantly.

Everyone looked out of the porthole.

The dark clouds have been left behind.

The azure sky reappeared before my eyes, and the sunlight shone on the metal skin of the plane, making it sparkle.

Below, there is an endless expanse of azure sea.

"We did it! We made it through!"

A deafening cheer erupted in the cabin. Everyone hugged each other, laughing and crying.

The fear and despair I felt just moments ago vanished in that instant.

Gao Zilong let out a long sigh of relief, his tense nerves finally relaxing.

He wiped the sweat and tears from his face, picked up the radio, and began trying to contact Zhicheng.

……

Zhicheng Airport, control tower.

Shen Wang was still holding the microphone, calling out again and again.

His voice was so hoarse he could barely speak, his lips were chapped, and his eyes were bloodshot.

But he still wouldn't put down the microphone, as if the children would respond to him as long as he kept shouting.

The deputy director stood beside him, his eyes red, constantly wiping away tears.

Everyone in the command tower bowed their heads and silently prayed for the heroes.

Time passed by, second by second.

Every second felt like an eternity.

Just as Shen Wang was about to speak again, a familiar voice suddenly came through the radio.

Although there was still a faint electrical hum, it was incredibly clear and unwavering.

"Zhicheng! Zhicheng! This is 8119 taels!"

"We have successfully passed through the thunderstorm cloud! Everyone is safe and sound! We are now returning!"

"Duplicate! All personnel are safe and sound! Returning to base!"

"boom--!"

The command tower exploded instantly.

Everyone jumped up, cheering, hugging, and crying loudly.

The emotions that had been suppressed for so long finally erupted at this moment.

Shen Wang's hand holding the microphone suddenly trembled.

The microphone fell onto the table.

He stood there, staring blankly ahead.

A hot tear slid down his cheek and landed on the cold table.

Then, the second drop, the third drop...

"Welcome back, 81192!"

. . .

Zhicheng Airport.

The runway was already packed with people. Thousands of soldiers and civilians from the base area had spontaneously come, carrying red flags and holding flowers, crowding the area around the airport.

Two old-fashioned fire trucks stood at opposite ends of the runway, their high-pressure water cannons spraying upwards in unison, creating a wide and crystal-clear water gate in the air that refracted rainbow colors under the sunlight, solemn and grand.

This is the highest level of welcoming ceremony.

It was designed specifically for these aerial heroes who traveled overseas and dedicated themselves to the spirit of the nation.

Shen Wang stood side by side with the deputy director at the front of the welcoming team, behind them were representatives from headquarters, staff, soldiers and civilians.

Everyone craned their necks, gazing at the eastern horizon with burning eyes and pounding hearts.

Finally, ten small silver-gray dots appeared on the horizon.

It's getting closer and closer, clearer and clearer.

Ten H-6 bombers flew in formation, their fuselages bearing the marks of wind and rain, yet still exuding an imposing aura, like ten eagles returning to their nest, steadily soaring over the airport.

"They're here! They're back!"

The crowd erupted in an uncontrollable cheer, thunderous applause, and waving red flags that nearly lifted the sky.

Gao Zilong piloted the lead aircraft and slowly descended the altitude, lowering the landing gear.

The tires vibrate slightly upon contact with the track before gliding smoothly.

Ten bombers entered the water gate in succession.

Cool water jets cascaded down, washing over the aircraft and cleansing away the smoke, thunderstorms, and the vibrant atmosphere of Tokyo, as if giving a hero a bath.

"Okay! Okay!"

The deputy director clenched his fists, trembling with excitement, his voice choked with emotion.

The plane came to a complete stop, and the cabin doors opened one by one.

Gao Zilong was the first to step out of the cabin, take off his flight cap, and salute the crowd below.

Following closely behind, Zhao Dahe and all the pilots and navigators looked exhausted, but their eyes were sharp and their backs were straight.

Shen Wang stepped forward first.

Gao Zilong led the team and quickly ran down the boarding stairs. All the crew members lined up neatly and solemnly saluted Shen Wang and the deputy director.

"Reporting to Mr. Shen! Reporting to command! Formations 8119 and 8119 have successfully completed their bombing mission and returned safely! No casualties!"

Shen Wang stepped forward, tightly grasped Gao Zilong's hand, which was covered in oil and sweat, and said in a slightly trembling voice:

"Thank you for your hard work... You've all worked so hard."

The surrounding people were already in tears, and kept shouting:

Long live the heroes!

"Long live the 8119! 20,000 years!"

"Long live the Eighth Route Army!"

The deputy director nodded excitedly, "Tell us quickly, what's going on with the Japanese?"

A broad smile spread across Gao Zilong's face, and his tone was firm and resolute:

"Hahaha, sir, Mr. Shen, you might not believe it if I told you."

"At first, the Japanese soldiers on the ground welcomed us, tilting their heads back, cheering, clapping, and laughing heartily!"

Upon hearing this, the entire room fell silent for a moment, then erupted in a roar.

"These bastards still dare to laugh?"

"Is that really so polite?!"

Gao Zilong sneered and continued:

"As soon as we opened the bomb bay and dropped the bombs, their faces turned pale instantly. They screamed and ran around in all directions, looking more pathetic than stray dogs!"

"The Imperial Japanese Palace Square, the Prime Minister's Office, the Army Ministry Building, the Navy Ministry Building... all the key targets were hit, turning the area into an inferno!"

"They'll never laugh again, hahaha!"

"That was exhilarating! That was a really exciting battle!"

Zhao Dahe couldn't help but interject, his face beaming with satisfaction: "They used to burn, kill, and loot on our land; now they're getting a taste of having their homes burned down and their lives hanging by a thread!"

"Serves you right!"

"Well done!"

Cheers and applause erupted all around, lasting for a long time.

The deputy director was so excited that he slapped his thigh:

"Excellent! Fantastic! This battle has demonstrated the backbone of the Chinese nation! It has showcased the power and might of our country and army!"

"I immediately reported this earth-shattering news to headquarters, to all war zones across the country, and to all base areas!!"