Chapter Twenty-Eight: Asking the Guilt
As everyone expected, Peng Renhao entered the house, and when he saw Pang Wenlan, he immediately asked straight to the point: "General Pang, how do you restrain your subordinates?"
Pang Wenlan's expression was calm, and he made a "please" gesture to Peng Renhao, and then raised his teacup and greeted: "Chairman Peng, please sit down and drink tea!"
Peng Renhao was not in the mood to drink tea, but he still sat next to Pang Wenlan and asked dissatisfiedly: "General Pang should already know, your men killed a few MD officers and soldiers in the bazaar!"
Pang Wenlan took a sip of tea, put down the teacup, and said lightly: "Chairman Peng is very well-informed!"
"Lingtong?!" Peng Renhao frowned and asked, "Doesn't General Pang know that the 77th Division of the MD government has begun to assemble!"
Changqingshan was busy accusing each other, and they didn't get this news at all, and when they heard Peng Renhao say this, everyone was stunned.
"...... so quickly" Although Pang Wenlan was also shocked in his heart, he remained silent on the surface: "The MD military reacted so quickly, it can be seen that it has been prepared for a long time!"
Peng Renhao was also aware of this fact pointed out by Pang Wenlan.
However, the current peace and stability are not easy to come by, and more importantly, Peng Renhao is a vested interest in the current situation and does not want any changes.
Therefore, under the constant provocation of the MD military, he has not dared to do anything, but has just endured it.
"General Pang, you know that I have always respected you, but now I have to say something to you - since the matter has come out, you should reflect on your own faults more, and don't look for fault with others!"
The corners of Pang Wenlan's mouth twitched slightly, and he sneered and said: "Since Chairman Peng called on everyone to self-reflect, he must have already done it! In this case, the old man should ask, why can the MD soldiers run rampant in the Kokang area unscrupulously?"
Seeing that his father began to make trouble, Pang Tianxiao immediately interjected: "I don't know how you, the chairman of the Special Administrative Region, are the chairman!"
Peng Renhao had already expected that he would definitely touch the nail here, but he couldn't help but come.
Now that the two nails have struck, he didn't dare to attack Pang Wenlan, so he pointed the finger at Pang Tianxiao: "Virtuous nephew, I'm talking to your father, what qualifications do you have to interject?!"
Pang Tianxiao didn't have time to answer, Pang Tianyi spoke: "Since it is about the Kokang Republican Army and Changqing Mountain, everyone here has the right to speak!"
As soon as Pang Tianyi's voice fell, Pang Tianchong continued: "Chairman Peng, you know that I have always respected you very much, and the reason why I respect you is that you dare to do things, have courage and courage!" Pang Tianchong first threw away a high hat, and then continued: "You should know that sooner or later, the MD government will annex the Kokang region, and all that is lacking is an excuse! Today it is our Kokang Republican Army that gave them this excuse, and tomorrow it may be someone else, or even Chairman Peng, you yourself ......"
The Pang family is overwhelming, and of course Peng Renhao alone can't say so many mouths, and he is a little annoyed and angry: "Anyway, after all, the matter is now with your resolute republican army, you should give an explanation!"
Pang Tianxiao replied: "What do you want to explain? The MD government wants to fight and kill, just come at our Bold Republican Army!"
Peng Renhao grinned and sneered, and said disdainfully: "The MD government has hundreds of thousands of troops and police, and with your 1,800 people, even if you are covered in iron, can you twist a few nails? What's more, now the MD government army is not coming at you, but the entire Kokang region! The common people have finally lived a stable life for a few days, and when the time comes, their lives will be ruined and they will fall into turmoil, can you Pang Wenlan bear this responsibility?"
After that, Peng Renhao stood up and strode away.
After Peng Renhao went out, the room fell into a terrible silence again, until a herald ran in quickly, attached himself to Pang Wenlan's ear, and whispered a few words.
"The news just came...... Pang Wenlan waved his hand, signaled the herald to go out, and then said lightly: "A reinforced company of the 77th Division has already begun to march towards Changqing Mountain! It can be concluded that this is just a vanguard force, and the follow-up troops will immediately follow!"
Pang Tianpet glared at Pang Jindong and asked Pang Wenlan, "What does Dad think we should do?"
"Actually, this battle will be fought sooner or later, but it just happened that Pang Jindong caught up, in this case, we can't go against the grain!" Pang Wenlan slapped the table and suddenly raised his voice: "Pass my order, the whole army will be ready for battle, and all the enemies will be annihilated!"
Although Pang Wenlan's words were actually excusing Pang Jindong, Pang Jindong himself was unwilling to evade responsibility, and immediately stood up and asked for his life: "Fourth grandfather, I brought three companies, please allow me to annihilate this vanguard force!"
"Those people you brought are soldiers at a glance!" Pang Wenlan looked at Pang Jindong and smiled: "It's okay if you take the initiative to ask for help, let me see the troops trained by my nephew!"
"Yes!" Pang Jindong stood upright, just like a real soldier, and asked: "But we don't have weapons, I hope the fourth grandfather can provide it!"
"No problem!" Pang Wenlan pointed at Pang Tianyi and instructed: "Go to your second uncle, he will be responsible for the equipment and logistics!"
"Yes!"
Pang Wenlan raised his voice again, and ordered everyone in the room loudly: "The first regiment is stationed on the Nu River to prevent the government army from crossing the river and sneaking attack; the fourth and fifth companies of the second regiment defend the right flank, the sixth company defends the left flank; and the third regiment serves as a strategic reserve!"
The three regiments consisted of nine companies and a force of more than 1,000 men, which was the full strength of the Kokang Republican Army.
Pang Wenlan's strategic arrangement made Pang Jindong feel a little confused.
Pang Jindong learned from Yang Jiawei that the first regiment was formed by the children of the Kokang people and the remnants of the army, and not only had high training and preparation, but also had the most reliable loyalty, and was the elite force of the whole army, under the direct command of Pang Tianzhong.
As a general rule, such troops should be deployed in the main forces of the frontal attack on the enemy, and the task of defending the rear should be left to the partial divisions.
Considering that there are no signs of MD troops on both sides of the Nu River, it is really a bit suspicious of killing chickens with knives.
In addition, the second regiment was a mix of international mercenaries and Burmese soldiers, and they had to take into account the morale of the army when pitting them against the MD government forces, which also consisted of a large Burmese population.
Once the other side secretly plots a rebellion, it is not impossible for the enemy to collaborate or even mutiny.
As for the third regiment, it is a motley team of soldiers of other nationalities, who are engaged in production and labor in normal times, and only take up arms and become soldiers in wartime, so it is reasonable to remain as a strategic reserve.
With all kinds of doubts, Pang Jindong followed Pang Tianyi to the arsenal and took weapons for his troops.
Although Pang Wenlan's family has many internal contradictions, they can unite when they encounter external threats, which makes Pang Jindong very happy.
However, Pang Jindong no longer trusts Pang Tianpet or Pang Tianxiao now, so if these two people are responsible for managing equipment and logistics, Pang Jindong will worry that they will take the opportunity to wear small shoes for themselves.
Since Pang Tianyi is in charge, Pang Jindong is much more relieved.
So far, Pang Jindong and Pang Tianyi have not had friction, nor have any stakes, not to mention that this matter was provoked because of Pang Tianyi's daughter, Pang Jindong expected that he would never make things difficult for himself.
It's a pity that despite this, when Pang Jindong saw the firearm he received, he couldn't laugh or cry.
These firearms are simply Wanguo brand, some are made in M, British, and some are domestic;
The old and new procedures are different, some have just left the factory, and some are severely damaged, and can only barely maintain the use;
In terms of technology and process, there are thousands of differences, including the famous AK47 and the Chinese imitation of the Bayi Barone, the M16 of country M, the 38 cover used by the Dongying army during World War II, and even two double-barreled shotguns and a flintlock Mauser.
The soldiers looked at each other with the guns in their hands, and although they didn't say anything, they were all full of wry smiles.
In the end, everyone held on to the last hope and set their eyes on Pang Jindong's body.
Pang Jindong looked at Pang Tianyi and asked tentatively, "Isn't there anything better?"
"The warehouse is here, you can go in and pick whatever you want!" Pang Tianyi shrugged his shoulders and said helplessly: "It's all like this!"
Pang Jindong took a gun casually, checked it carefully, and found that although the gun body was dilapidated, it had undergone regular maintenance and was carefully coated with gun oil.
It seems that he is not being troubled, but the equipment of the Kokang Republican Army is at this level.
Pang Jindong couldn't help but shake his head and said with emotion: "After so many years, it's really hard for you!"
Pang Tianyi told Pang Jindong: "Actually, there are good equipment, but they are all concentrated in the first regiment, they are elite after all!"
Pang Jindong nodded: "I understand that there is no way to withdraw the active equipment, only to withdraw the inventory!"
"It's best if my nephew can understand!" Pang Tianyi sighed and continued: "I know that when you are abroad, you must always use the most advanced equipment, and this time it will be difficult for you!"
"Second uncle's words are a bit out of sight, we are all our own family, not to mention that I caused the matter after all, so I can't talk about being embarrassed!"
Pang Jindong took all the responsibility on himself, which made Pang Tianyi even more unhappy: "Shuang'er, this child is not sensible, I used her out!, but sometimes I think about it, it's hard to ...... this girl" Pang Tianyi said this, and a trace of guilt appeared on his face: "Girls love beauty and are greedy for fun, these can't be enjoyed in Changqing Mountain!" But Shuang'er has been living in Changqing Mountain since she was born, and has never been to other places! All day long with some soldiers of the five big and three thick, I saw poppies and white powder, and heard the incessant sound of gunfire......"
Seeing that Pang Tianyi was about to lead the topic to his own family affairs, Pang Jindong raised the gun in his hand and hurriedly interrupted and said: "Second uncle, don't worry too much, I think that the more inferior the equipment, the more it can test the morale and combat effectiveness of a unit!"
Pang Tianyi obviously has no interest in Pang Jindong's topic, or his mind is not on it at all: "Second uncle, thank you, if you weren't there, I really didn't know that Shuang'er would be ...... by those MD soldiers."
Although Pang Jindong was reluctant to participate in his uncle's family affairs, he still liked Pang Wushuang's cousin very much, and seeing Pang Tianyi's insistence on talking about his daughter, Pang Jindong also turned the topic to this and raised a question that he was very concerned about: "Do you have any plans for the future of Wushuang?"
"What plan can you have?!" Pang Tianyi smiled bitterly and continued: "Of course, she will marry a young and promising officer within the Kokang Republican Army, or she will marry the sons of other nationalities or armed forces.......!
Pang Jindong put himself in his shoes and felt that a marriage that had no emotional foundation and was only arranged as a political need was something that no one was willing to accept.
Considering Pang Wushuang's lively and cheerful and slightly rebellious character, it is completely certain that such a marriage is an extreme torture for her.
Pang Jindong has no doubt that when this day really comes, Pang Wushuang will definitely rise up and resist.
"Second uncle...... Pang Jindong observed Pang Tianyi's expression, and asked cautiously: "Do you hope that Wushuang will live such a life in the future?"
Pang Tianyi smiled bitterly again, and his tone revealed the vicissitudes of life and helplessness: "Parents all hope that their children's lives are better than their own, and there is nothing here in Changqing Mountain, which can neither let people receive a good education, nor have any material enjoyment, and they have to worry about it all day long." Several of our brothers and sisters have spent most of their lives in Changqing Mountain, and of course we don't want our children to repeat their mistakes. But I don't want ......."
Pang Jindong plucked up the courage and said, "Then go and try to change!"