Several fierce battles were fought to no avail, and even powerful chariots were sent to attack, but they were still routed by the stubborn defenders. In the face of this Sixing warehouse, which had been turned into a military fortress, the Japanese army that captured the position of the National Revolutionary Army in Shanghai also regarded it as a thorn in the side.

As the National Revolutionary Army withdrew from Shanghai, it finally retained the position to maintain face. The stubborn resistance of the 5241st Battalion really boosted the morale of many soldiers and civilians in the War of Resistance, and also made the foreigners in the concession see clearly Lao Chiang's determination to resist the war.

After three days and three nights of fierce fighting, the Japanese army still failed to gnaw this hard bone. The little devil who felt embarrassed in front of the foreigners in the concession naturally felt a lot of unhappiness and ordered the attacking troops to continue to launch a strong attack.

As far as the officers and men of the 1st battalion who were holding the Sixing warehouse were concerned, they also knew that this battle was related to the faces of the soldiers of the two countries. From the moment he received the task, Xie Jinyuan, who served as the head of the regiment, was already mentally prepared to live and die with the warehouse.

To put it simply, from the moment they received the mission, the first battalion was already alone with him!

Fortunately, from the beginning of the battle to the present, the battalion with sufficient weapons and materials has fought the defensive battle with great success. Although casualties were inevitable, at least the morale of the troops was still there, which made Xie Jinyuan feel very satisfied.

The officers and men of the first battalion, which was already surrounded on three sides, did not realize that their stubborn resistance had attracted the attention of the military and civilians of the whole city. Even their supreme commander-in-chief was moved by their stubborn resistance.

In this case, Xie Jinyuan soon received a call from across the river, and when he heard the order given by the commander, Xie Jinyuan said with some surprise: "Division, retreat?" At this time, how can we retreat? ”

"Don't worry! We have obtained the consent of the concession side, and you will withdraw directly to the concession at that time. The Commander himself gave instructions that we must rescue you. Execute the order! ”

"Yes, Master!"

Originally, he planned to live and die with the warehouse, but instead of realizing his thoughts, he became a national hero. For this kind of change, Xie Jinyuan was surprised, but also knew that there was no other choice. As a soldier, he believed in the principle of 'obedience to orders as his vocation'.

Calling the battalion commander of the first battalion and several company commanders, Xie Jinyuan conveyed the order of the division. Hearing that he could retreat, Yang Ruifu, the commander of the first battalion, quickly said: "Tuanzuo, now that the little devils are surrounded on three sides, how can this be withdrawn?" ”

"I know it's very difficult to retreat to the other side of the river! But when the order comes, we must carry it out. So be it! The breakout time is set for the early hours of tonight. Before breaking through, pick a batch of good marksmanship and knock out the little devil's searchlight! ”

In view of the fact that the Japanese army did not dare to infringe on the interests of other foreigners in the concession for the time being, the British concession, which was located on the other side of the Sixing warehouse, did not dare to attack lightly. Even in the course of the offensive, they did not dare to use heavy artillery and bombers at will.

When it comes to the interests of this international metropolis of the Celestial Empire, the foreigners who enjoy the public concession and many interests will naturally not let the little devils infringe on their interests. Correspondingly, the little devil at this moment did not dare to provoke public anger.

After negotiating the plan of retreat and breakthrough, the battle during the day was still fierce. It's just that for Hu Biao, who rotated down to rest after the end of the battle, he has realized that a breakthrough is imminent. It also means that time is running out for him to leave the unit.

In the evening, just as Hu Biao was eating soybean rice with pickles, he unexpectedly saw the company commander Lei Xiong beckoning him to come over. Without knowing why, Hu Biao still stepped forward and saluted very honestly: "Company commander, is there something?" ”

"Hmmm! Have you eaten enough? ”

"Eat! If the company commander has any orders, if I can do it, I will do my best! ”

Although every time he said 'me', Hu Biao was also a little uncomfortable. Accepting the host's memory, Hu Biao knew that his predecessor spoke like this. And what he is behaving at the moment is no different from the host of the second stunned.

Only by doing so can we avoid arousing suspicion from others. After leaving the army, what changes happened to Hu Biao were all later. As long as it's not someone close to you, it won't arouse too many people's suspicions.

In the face of Hu Biao's words, the company commander Lei Xiong also said with satisfaction: "Wait a good rest, there are more difficult tasks waiting for you later." When the time comes, I will send someone to inform you. ”

"Yes, company commander!"

Although Lei Xiong did not say what the task was, Hu Biao quickly guessed that it should be preparing to retreat. The reason for secrecy is also for security reasons. If the retreat order were announced at this moment, it would also shake the morale and determination of the rest of the soldiers.

Seeing that Hu Biao didn't ask what task he wanted him to perform, Lei Xiong was also very surprised: "Biaozi, aren't you curious, what task will I let you perform?" ”

"Company commander, don't you always say that it is the duty of a soldier to obey orders? If you don't say anything, I don't dare to ask more! ”

Pretending to have a simple expression, the company commander Lei Xiong was stunned and said, "You kid is good!" If I can get out this time, I will definitely give you a credit for the kid. Remember to rest and snack for a long time during the mission! ”

"Good! Thank you, company commander! ”

Hu Biao, who smiled, still didn't inquire much, but when Lei Xiong left, Hu Biao thought about what happened after the breakthrough. From Lei Xiong's previous expression, Hu Biao could somewhat guess that he should serve as the vanguard of the retreating assault.

Thinking of the Sihang warehouses surrounded on three sides at this moment, the only way to retreat is the bridge to the concession on the other side of the river. But near this bridge, it is also heavily guarded by little devils, and the detection lights have been flickering at night.

To break through from this bridge to the other side of the river, you must first deal with the searchlight of the little devils, and then brave the bullets of the little devils to break through. This kind of breakthrough is also a kind of luck, if you are lucky, you will be safe and sound, and if you are unlucky, you will be killed on the spot.

"It seems that I was left alone, probably because I think my marksmanship is not bad and can act as a pioneer. But when the real breakthrough began, the patrol boat where the little devils roamed in the river was not vegetarian. This breakthrough is full of difficulties! ”

During the time he stayed in the warehouse, Hu Biao had already thought about separating from the troops if he broke through. It is safe to retreat with a large army, but it is not so easy to leave when you reach the other side of the river.

Only by breaking away from the large army can we truly regain our freedom. Even now, he is very popular with the company commander and his comrades-in-arms. But for Hu Biao, he didn't want to be one of the soldiers who were about to be put under house arrest.

With the machine gun company and the others, they still rotated to the position. Like Hu Biao, more than a dozen soldiers who were left alone were quickly assigned to a corner to rest. The warriors who knew each other were also muttering privately why they were left alone.

In the face of the chatter and speculation of these soldiers, a second lieutenant said with a cold expression: "Have a good rest, don't talk to each other!" ”

Listening to the words of the second lieutenant, even some soldiers began to fall silent, even if they were suspicious. Although they don't know what mission will come next, many fighters know that it must be dangerous to choose a single mission to carry out the mission.

It wasn't until the gunfire outside the warehouse had subsided that the surroundings seemed to be quiet again. The crowd who was woken up an hour earlier soon saw the appearance of the regiment leader, Xie Jinyuan. Many soldiers became a little excited about his appearance.

Although Xie Jinyuan's real position is the deputy of the regiment, in the defense of the Sixing warehouse, he is the real top boss. At this time, the second lieutenant, who was also rested, got up at the right time and said, "Tuanza, the commando team has finished resting!" ”

After returning the salute, Xie Jinyuan also said directly: "Brothers, since three months ago, we have fought several bloody battles with the little devils, and this time we have persevered to the end. I want to say, brothers, hard work! ”

It was a very simple remark, but it made many big-headed soldiers enthusiastic. On the other hand, Hu Biao, who was standing at the end of the team, looked very calm. If you are Hu Biao in the past, you may be able to fool in a few words. Now, of course, it's not possible!

"On the orders of Shangfeng, our troops will break through in the early hours of tonight and withdraw to the concession on the other side of the river. Shi Zuo and the other commanders were already waiting for us to evacuate on the other side of the river. In order to ensure the smooth breakthrough of the large army, the task of your trip is very difficult.

Half an hour later, you'll need to infiltrate the warehouse and take out the galleys on the perimeter, as well as the checkpoints and searchlights they have set up near the bridge. Whether you can open this retreat channel or not, it's up to you next! ”

"Please rest assured, the commando team will guarantee the completion of the mission!"

After Xie Jinyuan said this, the second lieutenant who led the team said these words with a very resolute expression and a very firm tone. But for Hu Biao, who was standing in the team, he knew that this task was very dangerous.

The slightest carelessness could reveal their plans to break through. Once the little devil reacts and sends additional troops to implement a blockade, the troops that retreat next are likely to suffer heavy casualties.

It's a pity that as the leader of the commando team who was selected, Hu Biao has no right to speak at all. The only thing you can do is to obey the order, follow the other commandos, and open an escape route for the retreating army!