Beiping, the headquarters of the North China Front. Gentaro Komatsu, the head of the secret service, took out a photo from his briefcase, then took two steps forward and walked to the table, leaned forward slightly, handed over the photo with both hands, and said respectfully: "This is the most important discovery of our special high school in recent times, please take a look at it, Your Excellency the commander!" ”

Tada Jun took the photo casually and put it on the table to look at it. The photo shows a row of artillery pieces near and far, with more than a dozen guns. These guns are supposed to be from the First World War. It's well maintained though, and it still looks new. In particular, there is a strange-looking big bird engraved on the cannon body, which is lifelike and very eye-catching. If Mr. He was there, they would have found that this cannon was one of the weapons that the Eighth Route Army was receiving, and they even argued about what kind of bird was painted on the cannon.

"Soga, is this the new weapon of the Chinese army?" Tada Jun said humorously: "Why does it look like it has a strong Krupp style, well, this bird is also very familiar, it seems that I have seen it somewhere!" ”

Gentaro Komatsu hurriedly said: "Your Excellency Commander is right, this is the Krupp 1908 17 times diameter 75 mm gun, and the performance is similar to that of the Imperial Type 41 mountain gun. He took another step forward and pointed to the bird-shaped pattern on the photograph and said, "You see, this pattern is the famous Prussian eagle, the symbol of Germany." ”

Tada Jun smiled: "Sodosne, no wonder it looks familiar, it turns out that it is still our ally." After speaking, he tilted his head back on the back of his chair, put his right hand in front of the table, and tapped a few fingers on the table from time to time. After a while, he suddenly opened his eyes. He asked, "Komatsu-kun, what is your conclusion?" ”

Gentaro Komatsu hesitated for a moment and said, "Although there is no very sufficient evidence, we suspect that the Germans are selling weapons to China, and the amount is amazing!" This is already a serious threat to the interests of the empire. ”

Tadajun's eyes flashed, and he asked, "What is the reason?" ”

Gentaro Komatsu replied, "Since last winter, the Shina people have been receiving large quantities of munitions, and the destruction of the 106th Division was due to the enemy's superior firepower. Although Germany does not have many goods, it is obviously impossible to deal with so many Nordic and Eastern European countries at the same time, without the Germans to match them. ”

Tada thought about it. Nodding his head and saying, "Yo Xi." Komatsu-kun, your judgment is very reasonable. Then he asked, "Where did you find these cannons?" ”

Gentaro Komatsu hurriedly said: "Report to Your Excellency, it is in the non-security area in the northwest of Jin, and at that time, a group of Zhina Army was escorting these artillery pieces south. To do this, we had to expose a spy on our own initiative. ”

A non-public security zone refers to a base area. Other than that. The Japanese army referred to the fortified enemy-occupied areas as the secured areas. Guerrilla zones are called non-secured zones.

Tada Jun approvingly: "Hmm. It's totally worth it for this intelligence. Do you have any other discoveries? ”

Gentaro Komatsu said ashamedly, "I'm sorry, Your Excellency, but there hasn't been much progress for the time being. But we're going to have an assassination operation in the near future. It may be helpful in your clean-up plan. ”

Tada shook his head and said, "Assassinating one or two generals will not have much impact on the war. He joked again: "Unless you can kill Zheng Huzi in Jizhong." I counted it and found that more than half of the generals who were martyred in this year were related to him. ”

Gentaro Komatsu said with some excitement: "Your Excellency, what we are going to kill is Zheng Huzi!" ”

"Nani?" Tada said in surprise, "How did you do it?" ”

Gentaro Komatsu said proudly: "It seems that the Shina government is also dissatisfied with this guy and wants to kill him with our hands, and I think it will not be harmful to us, so I participated in this plan along the way." ”

Tada Jun snorted coldly and said sarcastically: "I understand, this is the person of Shina, no matter what time he does not forget the infighting." He also suggested: "But I still don't approve of your assassination, which will have no fundamental effect on the war." It is better to take the opportunity to develop more spies to provide us with long-term intelligence. ”

Gentaro Komatsu said embarrassedly, "What you said makes sense. However, Zheng Huzi's troops were very strictly controlled, especially their headquarters, which had communication control, radio control, light control, access control, and even paper and pen were also controlled items, and the daily necessities were also uniformly procured, and even if they got the information, they would not want to pass it on in time. And if this operation is abandoned, there may not be such an opportunity in the future. ”

Tada Jun said regretfully: "It's a pity, I still want to defeat this opponent on the battlefield!" Then he waved his hand and said, "Forget it, the holy war and the great cause of the emperor are important, so do it your way, but things should be done beautifully!" ”

Gentaro Komatsu hurriedly said: "Hello! Please rest assured, Your Excellency, that we have drawn up a plan of action, and all the evidence will point to the Chang Kaishen government at that time. ”

Tada Jun nodded approvingly and said, "Yo Xi! ”

After Gentaro Komatsu left, Tada Jun called Yamashita Fumi, chief of staff of the North China Front, Michiaki Ishida, chief of the Operations Division, Takemata Kishiko, chief of the Intelligence Division, and Mitsui Suzuki, director of the military station.

"Your Excellency, Commander!" Several generals soon arrived and saluted.

Tada Jun nodded solemnly and said, "Gentlemen, I came here today to discuss the plan for public security and rectification in North China. I have just received information that the Chinese army has received a large number of artillery pieces. This shows that the enemy's strength is growing, and it will be very detrimental to our actions! ”

As he spoke, he threw the photo and related materials brought by Gentaro Komatsu to several subordinates. The head of the operations section, Michiaki Ishida, took a few glances and said angrily: "Damn Germans, they actually traded with the people of China behind the back of the empire, this is a naked betrayal of the allies, and it cannot be forgiven!" ”

Chief of Staff Yamashita glanced at him dissatisfiedly and said, "What's so strange about this. There are only interests between countries, and there is no morality at all. ”

Tada Jun said appreciatively, "What Yamashita-kun said is very reasonable. But have you ever wondered why the German government would risk offending the Japanese Empire to sell arms to the Chinese people? ”

Michiaki Ishida, the head of the Operations Division, speculated: "Maybe the Germans don't want us to be too strong?" Or just want to make a fortune? No matter what country the white animals are, they are greedy guys, and they can do anything for profit! ”

Tada Jun laughed and said, "Yo Xi." You're right! White animals are the least trustworthy, and only stupid Shina people will believe them. He also explained: "I have reported this matter to the base camp, and I think the diplomatic department will deal with it." Your mission is to destroy the Shina and make it impossible for the Germans to start their machination. ”

Yamashita said with a smile: "It's best to seize these German goods, and treat them as gifts from our allies." When the other generals heard this, they all laughed proudly. Obviously, they don't take these weapons seriously, or they don't take the Chinese army in North China into account, whatever weapons they use.

The head of the intelligence section, Kishi Guwu, looked at it a few more times, and suddenly said in surprise: "Suoga." So that's it! ”

Tada Jun hurriedly asked, "Kishiko-kun." What did you find? ”

Guards Kishigu Takemata explained: "Recently, it seems that a lot of artillery has been added to all units of the Chinese army. Strangely, we haven't been able to find their transport routes, and the weapons seem to have come out of the ground overnight. When I saw this information, I realized that the weapon was probably not sent from the south. ”

The head of the operations section, Michiaki Ishida, said, "Not the south? Where else can it be shipped from? The crossing of the Yellow River to the west is under the control of our army. ”

The doorman nodded and said, "Ishida-kun is right. Of course it can't be the west. It's to the north. ”

"Nani? North? Everyone was a little surprised.

Chief of Staff Yamashita Fengwen wondered: "The Mongolian frontier in the north is also under our control, how can the people of China transport supplies?" ”

The doorman explained: "To be precise, it should be the northwest, that is, Suiyuan. I suspect that this has become a new route for the Chinese to transport supplies. ”

Ishida Michiaki, the head of the combat section, frowned and said, "Kishiko-kun." Do you mean that the people of China first sent these weapons to Ningxia, and then transported them from Ningxia to Suiyuan, and then from Suiyuan to the south? The route is so far away and unsafe that it's ridiculous! ”

The doorman shook his head and said, "No, Ishida-kun! I suspect that the weapons came from Suiyuan at all, and were directly transported from the Soviet Union to Suiyuan through Outer Mongolia! ”

Michiaki Ishida, the head of the Operations Division, said in surprise, "Why did you come up with such a strange idea?" Could it be that Germany and the Soviet Union joined forces to aid China? ”

Yamashita Fengwen said: "It's not impossible! Gentlemen, think about it, since Germany and the Soviet Union are both providing assistance to China, what is the strange thing about going to the territory of the Soviet Union? Moreover, the Soviet Union also had a large number of old German-made artillery, and it is very likely that this batch of weapons was supplied by the Soviets. ”

Tada Jun thought for a moment and said, "Well, Yamashita-kun's judgment is very reasonable. It's a strange thing. Kishiko-kun, your intelligence section chief must investigate carefully! ”

The guards of Angu Wu hurriedly got up and said, "Haiyi! ”

Tada added: "It doesn't matter who provided these weapons or where they were transported from. We have only one goal, which is to eliminate these Chinese troops who are relying on North China and refuse to leave. Suzuki-kun, how are the supplies prepared during this time? ”

Suzuki Sansheng, the director of the military station, hurriedly said: "Report to the commander, although the two military stations were destroyed by the Zhina people, we secretly hoarded a batch of supplies, enough to fight the Taiyuan Battle again!" ”

When everyone heard this, they were all a little surprised.

Tada Jun said: "This Suzheng operation will take a long time, and the consumption of a Taiyuan battle is not enough. I've applied to the base camp, and you're going to have to do your best for the next month. ”

Suzuki Sansheng hurriedly got up and said, "Hai! ”

Tada Jun looked at everyone again, clapped his hands and said, "Okay, the logistics matter is solved." Tell me, where should we start next? ”

……

When Tada Jun and others were secretly discussing, Zheng Weiguo had already led his troops to leave western Hebei. They first crossed the Taihang Mountain, and then went south along the western foot of the Taihang Mountain, and it took them three days to finally reach the flat land in the hinterland of the Zhongtiao Mountain Range. Chief Wei Lihuang also traveled north from Luoyang, where he was stationed, and rushed to meet him.

"Junza!" Although the status of the two sides is almost the same, Zheng Weiguo still met Wei Lihuang with the courtesy of his subordinates.

Chief Wei looked very happy, patted Zheng Huzi on the shoulder and said, "Hey, you are not my subordinate now, there is no need for this." Besides, we are friends who share weal and woe, just call me Junru. He sighed again: "Defend the country, say goodbye to Xi'an." I haven't seen each other for more than half a year. You've been here for most of the past six months, and you've been so glorious! Looking at China, only Boling can compare with you, but unfortunately he poked a big basket again this time. ”

Zheng Weiguo said with a smile: "The commander-in-chief is not bad!" Being able to hold the barrier of Zhongtiao Mountain is very important to the situation in North China. ”

Although the terrain of Zhongtiao Mountain is cramped, it is also the throat of Guanzhong, North China and the Central Plains, and its strategic position cannot be overstated. The Japanese army has always seen this very clearly when the enemy will attack and defend in me, so Tada Jun did not hesitate to spend two years to take this place.

Chief Wei waved his hand and said, "Alas, it's just a matter of trying to do it. can only be trapped in one place. Nothing to praise. ”

Zheng Weiguo comforted: "As long as the army is armed, it will definitely be able to turn defense into offense." ”

Chief Wei smiled bitterly: "Wei Guo, you don't understand. My situation here is very complicated, and the whole army is also constrained. Don't dare to act rashly. If only I could put it in order. Why is there today's predicament? ”

Zheng Weiguo said with a smile: "It's up to people!" ”

Chief Wei smiled: "You are very confident! ”

After a while. The two discussed for a long time about this counterattack. After the strategy was confirmed, Chief Wei took Zheng Weiguo to inspect the copper mine located at the junction of Yuanqu. There were several small mines mined by the private sector here, and the scale was not large. After Zheng Weiguo intervened. Not only has a large amount of money been injected, but also advanced mining and smelting technology from the West has been introduced, and the output has been greatly increased. Moreover, there are large copper reserves in Zhongtiao Mountain, and new ore sites are explored from time to time, all in all, there is still a lot of potential to be tapped.

In the beginning, only copper was produced here, and it could not be processed. Chief Wei Lihuang has successively obtained six bullet machines from the rear, which are currently capable of making more than 50,000 bullet casings per day. Half of the two shells were shipped to Henan and Shanxi respectively for assembly.

Chief Wei said happily: "Wei Guo, do you believe it or not? If this development continues, sooner or later it will become the largest bullet production base in North China. ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said: "There is a copper mine here, which can be described as unique, and rapid development is inevitable. But in my opinion, it's not enough to just make bullet casings. It is necessary to further expand production capacity and build a relatively fully functional arsenal. Although the terrain of Zhongtiao Mountain is dangerous, it is also easy to be blocked by the Japanese army, so it cannot rely too much on 'blood transfusion' from the outside world, and must have the ability to 'make blood'. ”

Wei Lihuang glanced at Zheng Weiguo in surprise and said with a smile: "Weiguo is really far-sighted, and it coincides with my thoughts. At present, I am applying to the Military Commission for the establishment of a factory, and the chairman of the committee basically agreed, and gave me a number, which is the 90th Arsenal. ”

(Note: Originally, the 90th Arsenal in history was only after the Anti-Japanese War, that is, the Shenyang Arsenal after the Liberation.) ）

When Zheng Weiguo heard this, he immediately became interested, and hurriedly asked: "How big is the design scale of this arsenal, and what weapons can it produce?" ”

Wei Lihuang said with a smile: "Hehe, there is no need to mention the scale, it is estimated to be the smallest factory in the Ordnance Industry Administration." The function is also relatively simple, that is, to make rifles, grenades, bullets and mortar shells, and by the way, repair the gun, if there is no major problem, you can also make do with it. ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded again and again after hearing this, and said, "As long as you have this foundation, it's very good." When the time comes, I will try to get some machines and mechanics, and strive to increase the production capacity, and expand the functions, not to mention anything else, at least to be able to make light machine guns and mortars. ”

Chief Wei gave him a strange look and quipped, "What, you also want to buy shares?" ”

Zheng Weiguo waved his hand and said, "That's not necessary, it's too troublesome to transport." Besides, all I lack now is copper, and I can make everything else. ”

The Wei commander was surprised and said: "Your arsenal can make your own mortars?" I thought it was a small workshop! ”

Zheng Weiguo said with a smile: "I can make a lot of good things!" "I also gave a brief introduction to the situation in the arsenal.

When Chief Wei heard this, he was surprised and envious, and joked: "Ho, it's quite capable of tossing, and you can save such a big foundation without making a sound." He quipped again: "So you set up a factory in Zhongtiao Mountain, just to pull my brother along!" ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled, waved his hand and said, "You can't say that." Commander-in-Chief, do you remember the North China integration strategy I mentioned in the telegram? ”

Chief Wei nodded and said, "Well, of course I do." But as I told you, this plan is good, but it is difficult to implement, or it cannot be realized. Defend the country, don't think that if you are dedicated to the public, everyone can be like you! To be honest, North China is now full of mountains, and it would be good if those old and new warlords could hold on and not surrender. Do you expect them to enforce the ban? ”

Zheng Weiguo was stunned for a moment and said, "Commander-in-chief, do you think so too?" ”

Chief Wei said helplessly: "Well, what haven't I seen since I followed the revolution of the former prime minister to the present?" I used to be as hot-blooded as you, but the reality is unforgiving. Alas, you'll know when you touch the wall a few times. ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled and said, "Commander-in-chief, I'm more optimistic than you!" And I don't need the support of all forces, as long as I have the support of the 14th Army (Wei Lihuang's direct troops), the 35th Army (Fu Zuoyi's department), the Fourth Army (Sun Weiru's department), and the Eighth Route Army, the situation in North China can be controlled. In addition, the various departments of the Northeast Army, with the strength of our five companies, are enough to reverse the unfavorable situation in North China. ”

Wei Lihuang stood up, looked into the distance, and asked, "So Fu Zuoyi and Sun Weiru have agreed to join." ”

After the Battle of Baotou, the relationship between the two sides was already very stable. Sun Weiru's department was formed by eight roads. Now there are more underground parties in the Fourth Army than in the Forty-first Army, and the two sides are actually their own people.

Zheng Weiguo didn't hide it, nodded and said: "There are also Yu Xuezhong, Li Jiayu, He Zhuguo, Ma Zhanshan, Pang Bingxun, and Sun Dianying. ”

Wei Lihuang smiled: "So much! Sun Laodian is afraid that he is a thief and a slippery person, don't be deceived by him. ”

Zheng Weiguo also smiled: "It's good to have this attitude!" ”

Wei Lihuang nodded and said, "Okay, since you have this determination, I will definitely support you." But I'm different from you, some things can't be as casual as you, so whether things can be done or not depends mainly on you. ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "Well, I understand." Then he asked, "Commander-in-chief, what about this counterattack?" ”

Wei Lihuang was about to speak, when a staff officer hurried over, tired and sweating profusely. When he saw Wei Lihuang and Zheng Weiguo together, he couldn't help but be stunned.

Wei Lihuang said with some displeasure: "Jingfu, what are you doing in a daze?" ”

Fumin hurriedly saluted: "Report Junzuo, the Military Commission is urgent!" ”

Wei Lihuang waved his hand and said, "Read!" ”

The staff officer named Fumin looked embarrassed, and said with a flustered expression: "Junzuo, you better see for yourself!" As he spoke, he handed the telegram with both hands.

Wei Lihuang took it suspiciously, only after reading a few lines, his face suddenly turned black like the bottom of a pot.

Zheng Weiguo said strangely: "Commander-in-chief, what happened?" ”

Wei Lihuang sighed and said, "Weiguo, the situation has changed, you clean up and leave Zhongtiao Mountain immediately!" ”

Zheng Weiguo was stunned for a moment and said, "Commander-in-chief, why is this?" ”

Wei Lihuang said impatiently: "I will send you a secret message later for the detailed experience." Don't hesitate any longer, can I still hurt you? There is no need to worry about the counterattack, as long as you make a move, I will definitely give my full support! (To be continued......)

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