The main force of the Red Army, which had taken a short rest in Shuicheng, continued to advance at an accelerated pace towards the Yunnan-Guizhou border according to the previously confirmed march route. For the independent division that successfully attracted firepower as the main force, Mao Taizu and others were still quite worried.

Compared with the next worrying situation of the independent division, the main force of the Red Army today seems to be much easier. After the first battle of the new field, the Red Army harvested a large amount of materials, and the mental condition of many Red officers and soldiers was improved.

Food, supplies and ammunition, which were originally in short supply for the Red Army, are no longer a problem, and even the troops have sufficient supplies for the transfer of war. Being able to eat enough to go on the road every day was very satisfying for many Red Army soldiers.

In addition, on the way to the battle at this moment, the only ones that can cause some trouble to the main force are those Guizhou garrison regiments that are not strong in combat. In the eyes of the main forces, such an interception is to replenish their troops.

According to the materials provided by Yao Shengjun on the 'grievances' campaign, the number of the main forces of the Red Army has also been greatly improved. Although the combat effectiveness of these recruits was not comparable to that of the old Red Army, they had strengthened the strength of the legions.

With the replenishment of these new blood, many Red Army regiments that had been downsized had to replenish their strength. This gives the main force more confidence in the next battle.

Looking at the various encirclement and suppression army telegrams intercepted one after another, Mao Taizu was also very worried: "It seems that this time, Lao Jiang is determined to take the independent division sacrifice flag!" The main forces of the three central armies pursued, and I don't know if that kid can stand it. ”

Knowing that the three central divisions commanded by Zhou Hunyuan had already launched a pursuit of the independent division along the Yunnan-Guizhou Highway, Mao Taizu and others were also very clear. With the current combat effectiveness of the independent division, the consequences of being bitten by them are unimaginable.

It's just that far water can't save the near fire, and now the distance between the independent division and the headquarters still seems a little far!

On the other hand, Mr. Zhu said very seriously: "Enlai, has the information been forwarded to the independent division?" ”

'It's gone! We had already received a telegram from the Independent Division, and Xiao He reassured us and expressed confidence that he would join us with the Independent Division. In addition, he also reminded us that there is no need for us to wait for him in Guizhou.

It seems that he also knows that if we stay here and wait for him, the Dian army may be able to close this open gap again. In this way, the good situation that we have finally recovered may be lost! ’

In response to what Zhou Enlai said, Mao Taizu also agreed: "It seems that this kid still understands our strategic intentions very clearly. It's just that in this way, the independent division has become a lone army again! ”

At first, the independent regiment, which had just joined the main force, was sent to serve as the vanguard of the whole army, and finally served as a lure to attract enemy fire. Mao Taizu is more, and he also feels that the strength of the independent regiment is very strong and can take on such a heavy responsibility.

It's just that at the moment, even if it has been expanded, the independent division is somewhat mantis in the face of the heavily pursued Central Army. If he is not careful, the troops that he values very much may end up in total annihilation.

Thinking of this, Mao Taizu's heart was a little uncomfortable!

But in the end, after some consideration, Mao Taizu still ordered: "Order the Red First Army to speed up the attack on Panxian and open a strategic passage into Yunnan." At that time, we will be considering the issue of independent divisions.

If the independent division cannot arrive, we must advance to Yunnan before the Dian army completes its defensive deployment. Since this kid has the ability to fight his way out of the encirclement with the independent regiment, I believe that he also has the ability to continue to make peace with us with the independent division. ”

Making such a decision was very difficult for Mao Taizu. But he knew that as a military commander of the Red Army, he could not only think about the life and death of the independent division. More importantly, it is necessary to consider the safety of the main Red Army.

At this time, however, the independent divisions were somewhat unexpectedly deviating from their marching route in broad daylight. With the strength of a regiment, it was easy to take the town of Shuangbao under Anshun.

In response to the sudden appearance of the independent division, the Guizhou army and civilian regiment guarding Shuangbao Town did not have time to react at all. As the army of the independent division entered Shuangbao Town one after another, the pursuing Central Army also seemed stunned.

In their opinion, a rapid breakthrough along the Yunnan-Guizhou Highway was the best route for the convergence of the independent division and the main forces of the Red Army. As for the garrison regiments of the Guizhou Army that were deployed on the Yunnan-Guizhou Highway, the Central Army did not quite believe in their ability to block attacks.

It's just that if it can be delayed for one day, then it will delay the independent division by one day, and if it can be delayed for half a day, the distance between the two armies will be shortened. But the independent division suddenly did not take the main road, and also blatantly marched during the day, which really surprised Xue Yue.

Knowing that such a sudden change of course would frustrate his previous containment plan. Thinking of this, Xue Yue quickly ordered the air force stationed in Guiyang to dispatch two squadrons at a time to bomb the independent division stationed in Shuangbao Town.

In Xue Yue's opinion, even if there are two air squadrons, they will not be able to destroy the independent division. However, such a mental blow will also cause the officers and men of the independent division to feel nervous and panicked. In this way, it is also beneficial for the following pursuit.

And He Zhengdao, who was stationed in Shuangbao Town this time, ordered all regiments to start looking for a place to set up camp. At the same time, some of them gave every officer and soldier in the division a piece of ocean for the first time to purchase some things in the town.

It was only learned that there were many ethnic minorities in this town, and He Zhengdao specially summoned the commanders of each battalion and asked them to emphasize the discipline of the Red Army. Respect the customs of these minorities and try to avoid conflicts with them.

Many officers and soldiers are a little incomprehensible about the fact that there is a large army chasing below, but at this moment they are on vacation for a day off. However, when the battalion and company commanders distributed the ocean, they also warned these officers and men that after hearing the air defense siren, they must spread out and find a place to hide.

If there is really an air force to carry out a surprise attack, it is also necessary to warn the people as much as possible and find a place to hide. This made many officers and men feel that there must be a reason for this sudden holiday that they did not know.

Compared with many ordinary soldiers, enjoy a rare shopping and rest. He Zhengdao took the air defense battalion that had been trained for two days and began to take over the hill next to the town. In addition, many soldiers on duty began to collect hay and wet wood.

At this moment, the reconnaissance company lurking on the hill ten kilometers away from Shuangbao Town was accompanied by two telegraph operators, staring at the sky in the direction of Guiyang with both eyes. Until what they want to see appears in the sky.

The buzzing voice made the officers and men of the reconnaissance company say happily: "It seems that the division commander really guessed correctly, the enemy really dispatched planes!" It's just that this plane seems to be a bit numerous! I don't know, our air defense battalion will not work! ”

As the officers and men of the reconnaissance company uttered these fearful words, the two operators began to send telegrams quickly. Sun Shicheng, who had been in a state of combat readiness, quickly translated the telegram, and then rushed out of the duty room to deliver the telegram to He Zhengdao.

'Chief of Staff, sound the air defense alarm!' Also, order the troops to light hay and wet wood! ’

'Yes! ’

With the piercing sound of air defense sirens, the officers and men of the independent division, who were wandering around the town, immediately looked a little panicked. Just thinking of the special arrangement made by the company commanders before, they also persuaded many people in the town to take shelter in a safe place.

'Fellow, hide in! There are planes! Wait a minute, they'll drop bombs, hurry home and hide in! ’

The reminders of these officers and soldiers made the people, who were also a little flustered, feel that they had endured a disaster without reason. But in any case, the Red Army stationed in Shuangbao City still made them feel that it was not as terrible as the government advertised.

Just when the soldiers on vacation, and the people were curious, the plane would drop bombs from there next. Attentive people noticed that smoke was billowing up around the town, and the whole town seemed to be shrouded in smoke.

At this moment, He Zhengdao, who was in charge of the air defense battalion, looked at these somewhat nervous machine gunners and said: "Don't be nervous, wait and listen to my orders at any time, as long as you fight today's battle, I believe that the enemy's planes will not dare to come in the future!" ”

The air force formation, which was searching for the whereabouts of the independent division, was somewhat curious when it saw the place where the thick smoke was billowing ahead. Isn't putting such a cigarette a clear reminder to them of the location of the independent division at this moment?

Just when the air force formation, fly to the location where the smoke is. Many pilots felt that they couldn't see clearly who was down there. Throughout the bombed area, the view was obstructed.

The pilot, who was piloting, quickly made a gesture and signaled the pilots who were following to begin to descend in altitude. As long as the altitude drops, I believe they can also see clearly, and there is a suitable place for them to bomb.

In their opinion, as long as the independent division is really in Shuangbao Town, the bombing of the next two squadrons will be their nightmare. And He Zhengdao, who was standing on the mountainside at this moment, looked at the plane that began to lower its altitude, revealing a cold smile.

'Ready! Bullets loaded! Remember, when shooting, aim at the empty space in front of the plane, not at the plane. You know? Wait a minute, according to the training arrangement, the light machine gun fired first, followed by the heavy machine gun, all remembered? ’

Receiving the nods of these machine gunners in response, He Zhengdao also looked carefully at the slowly descending air force formation. In his opinion, if these more than 20 planes come and go, I believe that Chairman Chiang, who learned the news, will also be distressed!