(PS: Last night's tenth update, for some reason there was an update delay!) I've just dealt with it and I'm already able to see it! Obviously it was updated at 11 o'clock last night, and it didn't come out until almost 11 o'clock today! Dizzy! ）

Accompanied by Li Zongren's forwarding of the good news of the 77th Army to Chongqing, Lao Chiang, who received the telegram, also felt incredulous. If this great victory was won by the 71st Army commanded by Song Xilian, perhaps Lao Jiang would feel more reliable.

At present, the 77th Army, which belongs to the Fifth Theater of Operations, bears the title of the Central Army, but it is actually the root of a miscellaneous army. Such a force, with only two main divisions, actually beat the elite 13th Division of the Japanese army like this.

How is this possible?

As a result, Lao Jiang, who received the telegram, reacted similarly to Li Zongren. Directly sent a telegram to Li Zongren to ask how much authenticity this good news is. In addition, the military command has also begun to investigate.

With the news fed back from the two sides, it was confirmed that the 13th Division of the Japanese Army, which attacked the blocking position of the 77th Army, was really hit hard. Even at this moment, on the south bank of the Shi River, you can still see the corpses of Japanese soldiers abandoned on the river beach.

And many people living downstream also found the corpses of little devils floating down from time to time. Looking at the floating corpses of the little devils in the river, many people were also scared. But I was curious about who beat these little devils to death in the river.

After the news was confirmed, Lao Jiang still said in disbelief: "The 77th Army really defeated the 13th Division of the Japanese Army this time? ”

'Yes, take a seat! According to our investigation, the 77th Army, on the south bank of the Shi River, did defeat the river-crossing troops of the little devils. Our reconnaissance unit on the other side of the river also heard a heavy exchange of fire from the rear positions of the Japanese troops.

Because the little devils are very well defended, our outposts do not dare to approach to reconnoitre. But according to the information we have so far, the Japanese 16th Division is already in the process of reinforcements. This time, the little devil really suffered a heavy setback.

As for what Commander Li said that the 77th Army defeated the division commander of the 13th Division, Ogisu Libing, this news has not yet been verified for the time being. However, I think it's very likely, but it will take time to confirm this news. ’

After listening to the intelligence officer's report, Lao Jiang was silent and said: "Niang Xipi, Feng Zhi'an's troops still have such combat effectiveness. Killed and wounded tens of thousands of Japanese soldiers, and killed the commander of the Japanese lieutenant general division, which they can also do? ”

For these troops, which were integrated from the Northwest Army and the Northeast Army, Lao Chiang adopted more methods of slowly infiltrating and annexing them to disintegrate them. The predecessor of the 77th Army was Song Zheyuan's 29th Army, which can be regarded as a heroic force.

After only a few battles, there were almost not many elites left of the 77th Army. Now the 77th Army is afraid that there are more recruits than veterans. It is indeed hard to believe that such combat effectiveness can be obtained with such combat effectiveness.

Facing what Lao Jiang said, the intelligence officer thought for a while and said, "Commission, according to the eyeline we planted in the 77th Army." The members of the death squad reported by Feng Zhi'an seemed to have been killed by the little devils the day before the war.

Moreover, many of the members of the death squad who asked us to award medals and pensions were also killed in today's white-knuckle battle with the little devils. The so-called death squad of the 77th Army crossing the river is only afraid that there is a mystery inside! ”

'You mean, someone gave such credit to the 77th Army?' ’

Listening to the intelligence officer's words, Lao Jiang frowned a little, but felt that this situation might make sense, why the 77th Army was able to achieve such a victory. But who is this helper? It is also worth exploring Lao Jiang!

"Bench, our intelligence gathering capabilities on the front line are not strong, and it is also an area heavily defended by the little devils. We don't know anything about what exactly happened there. But this matter, I'm afraid it has something to do with Yan'an! ’

Such words made Lao Jiang's expression instantly become a little ugly: "This matter has something to do with the Eighth Route Army?" But in the telegram sent by Li Zongren earlier, it was also mentioned that the troops of the Eighth Route Army had only one division just arrived in Xinyang!

It is regarded as Anhui's defense area, and the little devils have just occupied Lu'an, and we don't have many troops there. In this case, how could the Eighth Route Army run so fast to help Feng Zhi'an win this battle? ”

This is also something that the lowly does not understand! ’

Just as the two began to speculate about who was secretly helping the 77th Army win this battle. Lao Jiang's attendant officer walked in and said, "Commission, the latest information just came, the soldiers of Ogizhou have really been killed!" ”

'The news is confirmed! ’

'Yes! Just after the news was confirmed, in addition to Ogisu Tatsu, a Japanese lieutenant general, a major general brigade commander of the 13th Division was also killed. The great victory of the 77th Army does not seem to be a fraud. ’

After the attendant officer reported the news, Lao Jiang said with a slightly serious expression: "Go deep behind the enemy, take out the artillery positions heavily defended by the little devils, and even destroy the division headquarters of the little devils."

This kind of combat method seems to be somewhat similar to the tactics of the previous independent division of the Eighth Route Army. Now it seems that this He Zhengdao is very dishonest. Before he arrived in Xinyang, he should have sent an elite advance force.

If nothing else, this matter must have been discussed by him with the 77th Army. Some time ago, the military commander reported to me that there were Communist Party elements in the 77th Army, and I did not pay much attention to it. Now it seems that their methods of co-opting are still very clever! ”

For Lao Jiang, now the Central Army and the Eighth Route Army not only have to fight for territory, but also for the anti-Japanese troops that can be wooed. In addition to his descendants, the Eighth Route Army may not be able to win over, but these miscellaneous armies are very likely.

Especially like the 77th Army and the 51st Army, the old base is the Northwest and Northeast Army. The two local warlord forces have always had close private contact with the Yan'an side. This also means that the Eighth Route Army is also pulling in these troops.

It was precisely because he was worried that these troops would be pulled over by the Eighth Route Army, and Lao Chiang hoped that most of these troops would be annexed or withdrawn. Only in this way will it be possible to cut off the possibility of the Eighth Route Army pulling these troops into their camp.

Looking at Lao Jiang, whose expression was changeable, the intelligence officer waited for him to calm down and continued: "Commission, should you send out the news about the victory of the 77th Army?" With this news, I think the people will be very excited. ”

'Yes! The Eighth Route Army was afraid that it was also settled, knowing that we now need such a victory to stimulate the morale of the soldiers and civilians of the Anti-Japanese War, so that we dared to do this kind of thing that did not require credit but wanted to win over the 77th Army.

Never mind! Notify the Publicity Department and report the news immediately. At the same time, I will send a telegram to Feng Zhi'an, and I will award him the Order of the Blue Sky and White Sun. The casualties and meritorious soldiers reported by them will all be rewarded heavily. ’

'Yes, take a seat! Then I'm going to prepare for this announcement now! ’

When the intelligence officer left Lao Jiang's office, Lao Jiang, who had already realized that the Eighth Route Army was more terrible than he imagined, also felt that this matter was a headache. But he somewhat understands that it is not yet time to tear his skin.

Regardless of whether the 77th Army was behind this great victory, whether it was won by the Eighth Route Army with its cooperation. It is also very rare for the Fifth War Zone and the entire Wuhan Defense Campaign. The 77th Army, at least nominally, was under the jurisdiction of the Central Army.

With this great victory, I believe that the people will have more confidence in the active resistance of the Central Army. At least for many people who doubt the determination of the Central Army to resist the war, it is the most favorable reason to refute it.

When Lao Jiang realized that the Eighth Route Army was involved behind this matter. The headquarters of the Eighth Route Army and the Central Committee, which also received a telegram from He Zhengdao, were also excited by this news. After all, this is also called a victory!

Only Mr. Peng said with a little dissatisfaction: "This kid is really generous!" Such a splashing credit, just give it! ”

"Boss, I think Xiao He still has certain benefits in doing this. If this is the credit, we really have received it. I'm afraid that Xiao He and they will be more vigilant and guarded when they are there next.

And this time, Xiao He gave the 77th Army such a big credit, so it stands to reason that they all owe us a favor. This will be of great help to our united front work in the future! ’

Zuo Quan, who was standing on the sidelines, felt that He Zhengdao's decision was actually very wise. It is better to have such an illusory merit than to have some tangible benefits.

Now that He Zhengdao has been promoted to national general, if he makes another great contribution, how should Lao Jiang be rewarded at that time? If Lao Jiang thinks that the 67th Army is so powerful, and then arranges some tough battles to fight, what should the 67th Army do?

I believe every general knows the truth that those who can work harder. Now that He Zhengdao has entered the battlefield of the Battle of Wuhan, he is far more rational and wise than a high-profile showmanship.

Regarding what Zuo Quan said, Mr. Zhu also agreed: "If this credit is really on our heads, I'm afraid that Lao Jiang will feel embarrassed again." They have worked hard for a long time, and it is not as big as the harvest of Xiao He's battle, how can people be embarrassed?

Now the credit is pushed to the head of the 77th Army, which can not only get the gratitude of the top management of the 77th Army, but also enhance their popularity. With this military exploit, Lao Jiang wants to annex or withdraw them in the future, but I am afraid that it will not be so easy.

If we can now bring the Northeast Army and the Northwest Army, which were active on the battlefield of resistance against Japan, to our side, I think it would be okay to give away a piece of credit? The most important thing is that there are a lot of credits like this! ”

Just as the three of them were discussing this matter, as the military representative stationed in the 77th Army, Qiu Jingshan also sent a telegram to the headquarters of the Eighth Route Army in due course, explaining the commitment made by Feng Zhi'an.

Knowing that Feng Ruan had made it clear that they would stand on the side of the Eighth Route Army in the future and fight side by side, Mr. Zhu also smiled and said, "Okay! Although the 77th Army is no longer as brave as it used to be, it is also a rare unit that dares to fight to the death with little devils.

If we can get their support and recognition, it will still play a very important role in our integration of the Northwest Army in the future. In the final analysis, relying on our own strength alone, it will still be difficult to shake the Central Army in a short period of time.

If we can get the support of the Northeast Army and the Northwest Army, if we really have a conflict with the Central Army in the future, who they are on will also have important political significance. Presumably that kid is also aware of this! ”

After such an analysis, Mr. Peng also felt that it made sense. It's just that He Zhengdao has just arrived in the war zone, and what tasks they will take on next is also a matter of concern to the heads of the Central Committee and the General Headquarters! (To be continued.) )