Different from the hustle and bustle in the southeast of Shimen, the banks of the Hutuo River in the northwest of Shimen are silent, only the trickling water surging and some unknown insects in the water and grass on both sides of the river chirp from time to time in the dark night.

Qiao Youhua, who had been lurking here for more than an hour, and a large number of soldiers behind him were anxiously waiting for the arrival of their fleet.

Just in case, Qiao Youhua also constantly sent scouts in the direction of Shimen to monitor the movements of the Japanese army in Shimen.

There was a slight sound of footsteps, Qiao Youhua looked up at the dark night on the right, and obviously saw several soldiers running quietly, the leader was none other than Zhao Tiezhu, who had been promoted to the commander of the second company of the third battalion.

"How's it going, is there anything out of the ordinary?" Qiao Youhua asked.

Zhao Tiezhu saluted and said: "Returning to the regimental commander, I heard the continuous gunshots and explosions coming from the southeast and southeast directions of Shimen, and the devils were probably attracted to the past, and even the reconnaissance sentries originally deployed in the north and west of the city have withdrawn, so our side is absolutely safe." ”

"Well, that's good." Qiao Youhua nodded reassuringly, and at this time, a light suddenly flashed on the river in front of him, and Zhao Tiezhu also saw it, and said, "Commander, it seems that the fleet has arrived." ”

Qiao Youhua immediately took out the flashlight and handed it to Zhao Tiezhu and said: "Quick, go to the front and respond to them, flash three times, if the other party replies twice, it means that it is our people." ”

Zhao Tiezhu answered, took the flashlight and walked forward, came to a bush by the river, turned on the flashlight and flashed it three times, and soon, it returned twice in the darkness on the opposite side.

Qiao Youhua was overjoyed and immediately stood up, and hundreds of soldiers behind him also stood up, and Wu Ming and them on the other side were the same, and they walked towards the shore on both sides.

At this time, the flotilla that had accelerated sailed over, and a wooden boat that Qiao Youhua had used to cross the river before was placed by two warriors beside Qiao Youhua, and Qiao Youhua jumped into the boat and headed towards the center of the Hutuo River.

On the deck of a wooden cargo ship at the head, Hu Ling'er and Wan Ying'er stood side by side, and the two people standing in front of them were Wan Hu and Billy Lavis.

However, his identity as an Englishman really provided a lot of convenience to Wanhu and their fleet on the road, whether it was a traitor lackey or a possible Japanese, he still had a lot of fear of the British.

As soon as the two boats approached, Qiao Youhua jumped onto the deck, and as soon as it settled, Wan Hu and Billy Ravis moved forward together, and Billy Ravis was even more like seeing his father, and ran to Qiao Youhua in surprise and said: "Oh, dear and respected Mr. Qiao of Mies, we finally meet again, although it is in this somewhat inopportune place, but it still can't stop me from paying tribute to Your Excellency, just like this endless river." ”

As he spoke, he was going to open his arms and have a cordial hug with Qiao Youhua!

Qiao Youhua had a chill, Nima, a dead foreigner, and his ass was quite insensitive. However, the foreign devil who has always been arrogant in China is so low in front of him, and he is politely respectful as if he is treating his mother, and it is still quite refreshing to be cold.

As for hugging, the two stunning beauties standing behind you are waiting for Lao Tzu to hug them, how can they have time to hug your big nose full of smell.

So Qiao Youhua also showed a friendly smile, stopped Billy's desire to hug without a trace, and nodded: "Mr. Billy, I haven't seen you for a long time, and I am very happy to see you again!" When we get back to my base and get to safety, I'll treat you to a taste of our souvenirs! ”

"Oh, no problem, I have brought you a batch of authentic wines from France, Dear Mr. Joe, and I hope we can have a pleasant banquet!" Billy wasn't displeased, shrugged his shoulders and smiled.

Qiao Youhua nodded to Wan Hu and said, "Brother Wan, it's hard work!" ”

Wan Hu smiled, nodded slightly, and in response, he turned around and made way for Qiao Youhua.

The relationship between the two is far from an ordinary cooperative relationship, they are real friends and brothers, not to mention that Wan Hu already knows about Hu Linger and Qiao Youhua, so with this relationship, the two sides have become a community of interests.

Looking at the two beauties Hu Ling'er and Wan Ying'er, who hadn't seen her for a long time, especially the book Hu Ling'er who had changed into a light red suit, her delicate pretty face at the moment was already full of resentment, and Qiao Youhua, who looked directly at her charming eyes, was excited.

Brother Qiao, I haven't seen you for a long time, I heard that you have won another big battle, you are really amazing, so brave! Just when Qiao Youhua was still looking at Hu Ling'er, Wan Ying'er spoke.

Qiao Youhua suddenly had a black line, this adjective is used, brave? If I have a chance in the future, I will let you see how brave Brother Qiao is in bed?!

At this time, Wu Ming also approached by boat and reminded loudly: "Commander, it is not advisable to stay here for a long time, if you have anything to say, you should wait until you reach a safe place." ”

Wan Hu also nodded and said: "Battalion Commander Wu is right, when the fleet is safely ashore, it's not too late for us to catch up!" ”

Qiao Youhua turned around and said, "Wu Ming, you and Zheng Yunshan will lead people to cover on both sides of the strait, and the fleet will continue to move against the current, first go to the Pingshan County section, and then talk about it, Political Commissar Guo has already arranged where people will respond." ”

Qiao Youhua gave an order, and the fleet continued to drive at full speed and move forward at full speed.

It took about an hour to drive into the northeastern edge of Pingshan County, Huangzhuang Town, which is next to the Hutuo River and has a small wharf in the northernmost part of the town.

At this moment, political commissar Guo Meng is waiting here with thousands of people.

Before the fleet arrived, Zheng Yunshan, who was escorted by troops on the south bank, had already informed Guo Meng in advance by Zhao Tiezhu, so at this moment Guo Meng had already brought people to prepare for the reception, and when the fleet had just arrived at the dock, Qiao Youhua and others got off the ship.

Guo Meng commanded Minzhuang to start boarding the boat and carrying various equipment to the shore with the people brought by Wan Hu.

Billy Lavis was stunned by the thousands of people in front of him, and said to Qiao Youhua: "Joe of Mies, you have mobilized so many people to carry it?" It's going to take a lot of wages, right? ”

"Haha, Mr. Billy, these are the people in my base area, they are one with our Eighth Route Army, the army and the people, if there is something, they only need to say hello, and they will volunteer to help, where do you need any wages!"

"Is that so? Then your Eighth Route Army is really powerful, and the civilians support you very much. Billy Ravis said.

"The invasion of strong enemies, the opening of the country, the shattering of mountains and rivers, and the lack of eggs under the nest, we have an ancient saying in China, called the rise and fall of the country, the husband is responsible! It's not that we're awesome, it's that none of us want to be enslaved by the Japanese! So let's unite to fight the aggressor and defend our country! Qiao Youhua looked at the thousands of people who enthusiastically and selflessly helped him carry equipment and equipment, and seemed to have a feeling.