Compared with the time when the Japanese army occupied Chucheng, the time of Hefei fell was undoubtedly later. In order to ensure the safety of Wuhan, the national army still deployed a large number of defensive and blocking troops in some important military cities in Anhui Province.

Somewhat regrettably, as the Battle of Xuzhou ended with the retreat of the Nationalist army, the Japanese army began to divide into two routes, outflanking Wuhan from the north and south. In order to gain more time for transfer, the national army also mobilized nearly one million troops to participate in the war.

In general, with the continuous acceleration of the pace of the Anti-Japanese War, the national army has been at a disadvantage in the process of competition. But many generals of the Anti-Japanese War realized that the little devil did not seem to be as strong as he imagined, and he was as invincible as he imagined.

The Battle of Xuzhou alone, the troops of the Fifth War Zone, gave the little devil a profound lesson. Even the 10th Division of the Japanese Army, which participated in the war, has completely withdrawn from the combat sequence. Even if it will be rebuilt later, it is unlikely to appear on the battlefield in China.

Regarding the Battle of Wuhan, the Japanese army also seemed to realize that this was a rare battle with the national army. The number of main battle divisions assembled is also quite large, and it is hoped that this battle will be used to inflict heavy losses on the main force of the national army participating in the battle.

As Hu Biao thought, it was difficult for him and the task force he brought to enter the main battlefield to fight. With this amount of troops, if you really get into the encirclement of the little devils, the little devils only need to tie their pockets, and it is impossible for the task force to escape.

After entering the territory of Luzhou (Hefei), Hu Biao found that the war in Anhui Province was still not over. The Japanese invasion of Anhui Province is still advancing. At present, there are still many places in Anhui Province that are still resolutely resisting the Japanese army.

Receiving the telegram forwarded by the New Fourth Army and the military commander, Hu Biao was also very surprised: "It seems that the little devil only opened the road to Wuhan, but did not control the cities around this passage." At this time, they are still encroaching on the territory! ”

"As far as the little devils are concerned, they definitely hope to expand their occupation area and build one more county town, so that they can grab more things and eliminate more anti-war troops. After all, these little devils have become addicted to looting! ”

Listening to the words of Xu Sandao and others, Hu Biao looked at the map and said, "The situation in Luzhou has generally stabilized. When the news of the fall of Chucheng spreads, the little devils stationed in Luzhou should make a move.

According to the information provided by the military commander, the troops currently launching an offensive in Lu'an and Xinyang should be the 13th Division of the Japanese Army. This division is also our old opponent, but it's a pity that we haven't encountered it much.

Since there is a battle on the main battlefield in Wuhan, even if we rush over, we won't be able to help too much, so let's have a good time with the little devils here in Luzhou. As far as I know, this division slaughtered many of our innocent people in Jinling earlier.

Now that we finally have a chance to fight, we must avenge this revenge. Not to mention it from afar, let's just say that after this division entered Anhui Province, many people suffered. This time, let's use this division to practice, and we must gnaw a piece of meat on it. ”

"Yes, detachment leader!"

"The reconnaissance platoon, starting today, will closely probe the enemy situation in the direction from Luzhou to Lu'an. The Second Special Company also sent a reconnaissance and alert team to lurk on the highway section from Luzhou to Chucheng. Once the Japanese army in Luzhou is dispatched, it will be decided whether to attack or not depending on the situation! ”

"Yes!"

Hu Biao, who arrived in Luzhou, once again adjusted the combat deployment of the task force according to the latest situation on the battlefield. In Hu Biao's opinion, it is better to stay in Anhui Province to fight devils than to go to Wuhan to fight devils.

The reason for this choice is actually quite simple. After gathering intelligence, Hu Biao found that many of the troops stationed in the vicinity of Xinyang and Lu'an were troops of the Gui army. And he has a good relationship with Li Zongren.

Secondly, there is a foundation for Chucheng's cooperation, and Hu Biao can also take advantage of the New Fourth Army operating in the surrounding areas. Moreover, setting up the main battlefield of the future enemy killing in the border between Lu'an and Xinyang will also facilitate the task force to retreat or advance at any time.

Seeing that Hu Biao had decided not to continue to advance to Wuhan, the officers and men of the task force who followed him naturally had no opinions. In the eyes of these combat members, as long as there is a war and there are little devils to kill, is there a war or not?

Not to mention the distance, at least Anhui Province is closer to Su Province, and if there is really any trouble, they will withdraw to Su Province faster. If you really go to the vicinity of Wuhan, it will undoubtedly take more time to return to the Soviet Province.

found a big mountain in Luzhou, and Hu Biao set up the temporary headquarters here. The two spy companies under his command also attacked everywhere according to Hu Biao's instructions, and began to reconnoiter and monitor the little devil's every move.

Looking at the map of Anhui Province on the table, pointing to the highway from Chucheng to Luzhou, Hu Biao also said directly: "Separate the cavalry squad and carry out patrols near the highway." Once you find out that there is a team of little devils, come back and report immediately! ”

"Detachment leader, are you going to cut off the supply line of the little devil?"

"Although this highway is not the only way to Wuhan, many of the little devils' supply convoys will take this road. If there are frequent accidents on this road, I believe that the little devil will not be able to sit still.

At present, the news of the loss of Chucheng, I believe that the little devils on this side of Luzhou City should already know. Unless they transfer the main combat troops from the front line back, it will be difficult for them to control the situation in the rear with only the little devils stationed in Luzhou City.

Later, they sent a telegram to the New Fourth Army, suggesting that they transfer elite combat units to make the situation in Chucheng more chaotic and complicated. Tell them that the little devils on this side of Luzhou City, we will find a way to contain them.

Even if we can't contain it in the end, we will inform them of the movements of the Japanese army in Luzhou in a timely manner. Let these two places be chaotic first, and the Japanese divisions that are approaching Lu'an will send troops to help, and then we will advance into Lu'an and wait for the opportunity to fight again! ”

Listening to Hu Biao's operational plan, Qin Tianyou also said directly: "Even if the little devil comes back from Lu'an, he will send a wing or more troops back. With only our little strength, it is difficult to defend the remaining troops of a division! ”

"God bless, don't forget! According to the information provided by the military commanders, many of the anti-Japanese troops stationed around Lu'an were units belonging to the Gui Army. At the time of the Battle of Xuzhou, their General Li still owed me a favor!

If I really want to find an opportunity to make a move, I don't mind giving this division a punch. As long as there are enough benefits and benefits, Gui Jun will not let go of such an opportunity. What's more, it is impossible to concentrate the strength of this Japanese division in one place.

Don't you think it's a waste to attack a small county town with the strength of a division? I dare say that the commander of the little devils must have thought so too. He will definitely go hand in hand and strive to sweep away the large and small counties in Lu'an in the shortest possible time.

If there are accidents in Chucheng and Luzhou, the commander of the little devil will definitely not be able to sit still. Although they can supply on the spot now, weapons and ammunition will always be consumed, and they also need supplies from the rear, so let's cut off his supply first! ”

The enemy is in the open, and the task force is in the dark. Hu Biao, who has two spy companies in his hands, also has reliable allies who can cooperate. Hu Biao also has a lot of advantages in time, place and people, and the idea of fighting a division is not too arrogant.

With the task force sending a number of reconnaissance teams and cavalry squads, news soon came to Hu Biao's side. This also made Hu Biao quickly learn that the Japanese troops stationed in Luzhou had recently sent squadron-sized troops to sweep the surrounding towns and villages.

Upon learning the news, Hu Biao quickly said: "Summoning the platoon commanders of each company to come over for a meeting!" Velocity! ”

In addition to the platoon commanders of the task force, the company platoon commanders of the task force were quickly assembled. Pointing to the two townships not far from the temporary station, Hu Biao quickly said: "These two little devils, I plan to kill them all!" ”

"Detachment leader, is it daytime?"

"Not bad! From now on, the platoons quickly assembled, left all their daily belongings, and set off immediately with only combat equipment. Put on the military uniform of the little devil, and find the corresponding ambush location before the little devil returns to the city.

When the little devils come back from the sweep, they must wipe out these two little devil squadrons in the shortest possible time. I want to let the Japanese troops stationed in Lucheng know that the consequences of easily sending troops out of the city to sweep are that there is no return! Let's go! ”

From the moment Hu Biao decided to stay, many of the fighters realized that they would soon have a battle to fight. I could never have imagined that the battle would come so quickly. Before, there was no wind or preparation at all!

But for Hu Biao, he commanded the troops to fight, and he paid attention to suddenness. As soon as there is a chance to fight, then strike decisively. A spy company is in charge of a Japanese squadron, and in Hu Biao's opinion, the odds of winning are still very high.

With the rapid attack of the two combat companies, leaving only a few left-behind personnel in the camp, Hu Biao also personally led the special company to an ambush outside the road in a small town. The battle of the special second company was commanded by Qin Tianyou.

Considering Qin Tianyou's limited experience in commanding battles independently, Hu Biao also temporarily promoted Lei Xiong to deputy company commander. Qin Tianyou has no opinion on this appointment. The two partners have a better chance of success.

Perhaps because the New Fourth Army entered Anhui Province and began to build a base behind enemy lines, the Japanese army, which had occupied Luzhou City for a short time, gradually became aware of some towns and towns, and began to appear rebel forces. If they do not add deterrence to sweeping, it will also affect their rule.

In order to prevent this kind of thing from happening, and to warn the people who tried to confront the Japanese army, the Japanese troops stationed in Lucheng chose this way of going to the countryside to clear and sweep, showing their existence to the people in the territory and the anti-Japanese war forces.

As described in many anti-Japanese film and television dramas in later generations, most of the little devils who enter the village to sweep will implement the 'three-light policy'. This also means that every time the little devil goes to the countryside, people will suffer or even be killed.

For many of the Japanese soldiers defending the city, they liked this kind of sweeping operation. Every time they returned from a sweep, they were able to capture countless weapons and money. The worst is that even the domestic animals raised by the people, they will not let them go!