Compared with the earlier fall of Yangcheng, the Gui family was more nervous about the fall of Qiongdao. Hu Biao, who led the troops back to Longzhou, also clearly felt that the troops stationed in Longzhou had also strengthened their vigilance and defense, and they could also see that many people were building fortifications.

From these changes, it can also be seen that the Katsura family is ready to deal with the Japanese invasion at any time. But in Hu Biao's view, what the Gui family should really worry about is not Longzhou, the cargo distribution center in front of them, but the various ports suitable for the Japanese army to land.

As far as the current naval defense capability of the Gui system is concerned, it is completely unable to stop the attack of Japanese warships and naval aviation units. Once the Japanese army launched a surprise attack, the only way to bring in the Japanese army and then defeat or annihilate it through land defense.

To do this, you can imagine how difficult it is. It is better to prepare in advance than to be caught off guard by the Japanese army. This is also the reason why Hu Biao sent a telegram to Li and Bai, hoping that they could prepare early.

Even if the final result is still unable to prevent the landing and invasion of the Japanese army, at least it can delay the Japanese army for a period of time and buy more time for the troops behind to deploy defenses. In addition, the continuous blockade continued to deplete the living forces of the Japanese army.

Hu Biao, who placed the troops he brought back to rest in the mountains outside the city and brought only a few henchmen back to the city, soon lived in an inn in the city that had just opened. Looking at Hu Biao and his entourage who walked into the inn, the innkeeper's face was also full of joy.

greeted each other with a smile: "How many guest officers are sharp, or do you live in the hotel?" ”

"Stay! Is there still an upper room? ”

"Yes! A few guest officers here, please! ”

As the largest cargo distribution center in southwest China, there are many business trips to and from Longzhou every day. Most of these business travelers from all over the world will stay in the city for a few days. But under normal circumstances, they will choose to live in a familiar inn.

Similar to this newly opened Aimin Inn, because the location is relatively a bit off, so there are not many business travelers with top hotels. Finally, the guests came, and the innkeeper naturally had to show enthusiasm, so as to attract more customers!

Under the guidance of the shopkeeper, Hu Biao and his entourage soon came to the backyard of the inn, in several wooden guest rooms. When Hu Biao and the innkeeper entered the guest room, several combat team members who followed Hu Biao quickly stopped at the door.

After entering the guest room, the innkeeper said with a happy face: "Big shopkeeper, why is it so fast this time?" ”

It is not difficult to hear from these words that the innkeeper is also Hu Biao's subordinate. In fact, this is also a member of Hu Biao's intelligence station. In addition to this inn, there are also two other warehouses in the city, which are also the chosen location of the intelligence station.

"When I went, I brought the goods, and I didn't go fast. What about your team leader? ”

"It's back! At this time, should it be at the warehouse? Do you want to ask him back? ”

"Please! By the way, have they arrived? ”

"It's all here! Including the Sea Hawks, they all arrived one after another two days ago. At this time, it should be all on the street! ”

"Okay! In the evening, I will buy some good wine and food, and I will treat them to a drink here. At the inn, business is not good, right? ”

"No way! Our inn is newly opened, and there are no regular customers. After a while, it should be better! ”

"It doesn't matter! Anyway, I didn't expect to make much money by opening an inn. I'll take a break first, you find someone to call your team leader, I have something to discuss with him. On the inn side, watch out for strangers, and the backyard will not accept guests. ”

"Understood!"

Although the news of the Japanese invasion of Qiongdao had spread, Hu Biao still knew that he could not change anything about the Japanese army's aggression on Qiongdao alone. Planning and then acting is what he should do.

This gathering of forces from all over the country is also a test of the loyalty and combat effectiveness of his subordinates. Especially the White Bear Commandos who moved to Haiphong, Hu Biao must also let those commandos know that in addition to the commander Nuvic, they also have a supreme commander.

In order to conceal the backbone of his command, Hu Biao also began to give his subordinates corresponding code names. As Hu Biao's brother-in-law, Nuvic is codenamed White Bear, and the commando team he commands is called the White Bear Commando.

At this moment, Lin Haoyuan, who is in charge of maritime transportation and recruiting the navy, was given the code name of 'Sea Eagle', and the transportation team he formed was called the Sea Eagle Commando. Each team is given a corresponding nameplate to prove their identity.

As for Hu Biao's code name, he was wolf head, and the officers and men of the task force under his command were issued wolf-shaped nameplates. In addition, Hu Biao has equipped all the commandos under his command with corresponding combat clothing to prove that they are different from other anti-Japanese war forces.

A clearer division of labour within the country will also facilitate the subsequent expansion of the force. For Hu Biao at this moment, no matter how many troops there are, he is not afraid. What really needs to be worried is whether Hu Biao has the financial resources to support the expanding team.

Fortunately, Hu Biao has already thought of a new nugget plan, which is to explore those oil fields that have not yet been discovered. In order to earn more wealth, Hu Biao has decided to send Lin Yashi to Lao Mei at the right time and let her be an agent.

When the situation in the southwest stabilizes, Hu Biao will also cooperate with various forces through cooperation to develop those oil fields that have not yet been discovered. Use the wealth brought by oil to support your own layout.

In the early stage, he ceded some benefits to get more support, and then he had enough strength, and Hu Biao was able to compete with those oil giants. The vast majority of the wars that followed World War II were due to oil interests.

With this confidence, Hu Biao dared to invest so much in the southwest. When the oil exploration company jointly established with Brooke is established, the wealth earned can be traded with Lao Mei in exchange for various weapons and equipment.

Hu Biao believes that Lao Mei will also agree to this kind of cooperation. For the oil giants and arms companies, this is a good thing to do. If anyone obstructs it, I believe that these vested interests will also support Hu Biao.

After receiving the telegram from Hu Biao, Liu Shixing, who was planting intelligence officers in various places, was equally grateful for Hu Biao's respect and trust. Regarding Hu Biao's future vision, Liu Shixing is also full of expectations.

As an intelligence officer who was 'sacrificed' in the list of military commanders, Liu Shixing felt very satisfied. Even if he needs to accept Hu Biao's command, in the intelligence system, Liu Shixing can also be said to be under one person and above everyone!

Within Hu Biao, Liu Shixing also got the corresponding code name, that is, 'Shuo Mouse'. According to Hu Biao's request, the intelligence group is not only training its own intelligence officers, but also some talented Belarusian youths have also been absorbed by Liu Shixing.

Through these trained foreign intelligence officers, I believe that the confidential information that the intelligence team can detect in the future will also shock many people. In order to lay down this intelligence network, Hu Biao can also be said to have invested a lot of money, spending more than expanding the army.

Knowing that Hu Biao had checked into the inn, Liu Shixing soon came to the inn. Looking at Hu Biao, who was drinking tea with Lei Xiong in the room, Liu Shixing also smiled and said: "Big shopkeeper, the interest is good!" Do you have my share? ”

"It's coming! Have a seat! This tea is all superb, sit down and taste it together! ”

For people like Hu Biao, who came from the military, they are usually more keen on drinking. But in his spare time, Hu Biao is still willing to spend some time drinking tea. While enjoying the charm of tea, it can also calm the mind and think about some things.

After taking their seats, the three of them chatted some gossip, and Lei Xiong also said in a timely manner: "You guys, I'll go out first for convenience!" ”

Even if Lei Xiong is Hu Biao's old company commander, after becoming Hu Biao's subordinate, he is very well-behaved. It is clear that Liu Shixing is the head of the intelligence group, and some things are inconvenient for him to know. So leave at the right time, so as not to be too embarrassed.

As a result, to Lei Xiong's surprise, Hu Biao said loudly: "Old Lei, sit down!" What I want to talk about with Lao Liu below, you also need to listen to it. Knowing more about the situation will also help you develop over there in the future! ”

"It's really okay?"

"It's all right! I just want you to listen and don't have too many other ideas. This involves the side of the Eighth Route Army! ”

As a former lieutenant of the national army and now a national major, Hu Biao also knows Lei Xiong's sense of identity with the national army. In fact, many officers from the National Army were more afraid of the Eighth Route Army and did not dare to have too deep friendships with each other.

But for Hu Biao, he is more willing to deal with the Eighth Route Army than to cooperate with the National Army. But as far as the current situation is concerned, Hu Biao will not force his subordinates to follow his will. But he hoped that his subordinates would change some of their views on the Eighth Route Army.

Trust is not something that can be built with a few words. More often than not, it takes a long-term collaborative understanding to build up. In this matter, Hu Biao only hopes that his subordinates will not affect the layout because of their personal opinions!

Hearing what Hu Biao said, Lei Xiong said with a surprised face: "There is also a team of the Eighth Route Army here?" I haven't heard of it! ”

After a pause, Lei Xiong continued: "Big treasurer, you don't have to worry, I don't have any misunderstanding about the Eighth Route Army. On the contrary, I admire them very much, as long as they are willing to cooperate sincerely, I am also willing to cooperate with them to fight against Japan! ”

"Okay! Lao Liu, then tell me about the news you found! Their liaison, is it connected? ”

"I got in touch with Haikang! It's just that their situation is not very optimistic, and they have been deliberately suppressed by the local garrison on Qiongdao. Now that the little devils are on the island, their situation is only afraid that it will be worse! ”

"Don't underestimate their endurance! Being able to survive in isolation until now is enough to show their ability and will. Later, if we want to develop in Qiongdao, we must cooperate with them sincerely. This point, Lao Lei needs to keep in mind! ”

"Understood! They are the head of the earth, and they know the situation better than we do! ”

"That's right! But there's one thing you want to note as well, that their political and ideological work is extremely powerful. When the time comes, don't let them pull the people in our team over. There must be precautions too! ”

Hu Biao, who does not want to get too involved in the domestic political situation, also hopes that cooperation will be limited to the military aspect. In other areas of cooperation, Hu Biao will still be vigilant. At this point, Hu Biao is still extremely rational and sober!