He wanted to open Wen San's brain and see how long this guy's brain was. Why can he predict so accurately? From the enemy's strategic location selection, to the team's positioning, to the planned attack target, there was no deviation at all. Even the external support was within Wen San's estimation.
It's incredible to think about such a magical thing. The leader even had some doubts as to whether Wen San had obtained inside information about the Japs, or whether he had placed very powerful spies on the Japs side.
If not, how could it be possible to anticipate the enemy's opportunities at every step? He has never encountered such a powerful battlefield prediction ability. Even their division commander does not have such strong command and combat capabilities.
"This Wen San is a bit mysterious. Is he really a member of the original 26th Division?" The regiment leader became a little suspicious.
He thought about the previous rumors, saying that Wen San led a platoon of soldiers and used the advantageous terrain to block a Japanese brigade. It seemed impossible before, but now, the leader is not so sure either.
If Wen San had always had such strong battlefield judgment and command abilities, no matter what kind of record he could achieve, it would not be too much.
Throughout the day, Wen San had already brought him many surprises. This guy seems to be born for the battlefield. As long as he is given room to grow, he may be able to command a front army in the future.
But in this situation, can the First Battalion really leave Sihang Warehouse alive? The group leader was not sure about answering this question.
In the end, the Japanese still did not receive the expected air support, so they had to withdraw their troops in despair.
In one day, the Japanese lost two battles in a row. The total number of casualties was close to 400, and the number of dead Japs alone was almost 200.
Such heavy casualties made the Japanese high-level officials very angry. Especially the Japanese commander Matsui Iwane scolded several senior Japanese military officers bloody.
They were the Marine Corps, the most elite ace division of the Japanese, and they actually suffered a huge setback in this small place. Although it would not seriously damage a division, it was the third division's biggest defeat since its establishment and a shame for them!
The division commander was very unconvinced, emphasizing that his army had been severely restricted and had not demonstrated its corresponding combat capabilities at all. In addition, the air force was not strong enough, and the expected support did not come at all, which led to the defeat of the third division.
On the other hand, on the defender's side, only a few dozen people were injured, and more than ten of them were seriously injured. Their lives are not yet in danger. Such a record is simply unimaginable!
The moment the Japanese retreated, the entire Sihang Warehouse cheered. The team leader immediately reported this huge victory.
When the division commander received this battle report, his hands could not help but tremble, "Look! Everyone, come and take a look. This is the troops of our 88th Division, the most elite first battalion of our 524th Regiment. This is their record. Wouldn’t those who want to sacrifice us feel ashamed?”
The teacher yelled out the dissatisfaction in his heart, wishing everyone could hear his voice.
"Mr. Sun, is this battle report a little watery? It looks a little too fake."
"Get out of here, get away from me! This is a battle report sent back by Xiao Xie himself, can it be fake? You are such a fool that you don't like other people..." The teacher was so angry that spittle shot out three feet away. No one dares to offend this angry lion again.
When the local people learned that the national army had been defeated across the board, most of them were panic-stricken and mourned everywhere. Frustration fills everyone's heart. They want to shout, but they can't. The depression in the heart is like poison, making people miserable.
Suddenly, violent gunfire was heard from Zhabei, and soon someone ran over there. The people were extremely excited to learn that there was still an army guarding the Sihang Warehouse.
Countless citizens climbed up to the rooftops to look towards Zhabei. Some brave citizens even went to the south bank of Suhe River to watch. He saw all the Japanese's defeat.
Countless citizens organized themselves and donated money and materials to the garrison. The anti-enemy support associations from all walks of life and the national salvation associations led by the red regime took active actions.
The supplies were piled up like a mountain, loaded into more than ten cars, and transported to the new garbage bridge. Risking being shot by Japanese soldiers, he sent it to the defenders of Sihang Warehouse.
Naturally, the situation here cannot escape the eyes of the Japanese. They dare not shoot into the concession, but once the defenders on the north bank show up, the Japanese will not be merciful.
In order to reduce the casualties of soldiers, the defenders waited until nightfall before building a wall with sandbags directly to the new garbage bridge and sending a platoon of troops to garrison it. Wen San's platoon on the roof was also nervously staring in all directions to prevent the Japanese from launching a surprise attack.
With the cooperation between the military and civilians, it took four or five hours to drag the food, fruit, clothing, medicine and other materials brought by citizens to the warehouse, as well as a large bag of condolence letters.
It has to be said that the team that fought with all its strength really received the full support and love of the people. Everyone knows that only when there is a country, there is a family. Without a strong motherland as a backing, the people can only live in dire straits, without any integrity in their lives and property.
Along with the people came several reporters, representing different forces, all paying attention to this fierce battle.
Captain Lei of the machine gun company met with several reporters on behalf of the two officers, answered their questions and told them that there were 800 warriors stationed in the warehouse.
Company Commander Lei also told reporters today's results, which elicited bursts of exclamations.
We, the Chinese soldiers, are not without fighting power, nor are we without bloodiness. We vow to fight to the end the Japanese army that invades our country!
After the interview, the regiment leader thought twice and made a request to the Eagle Army, hoping to send more than a dozen seriously wounded soldiers away from the battlefield. Here, they cannot get reasonable treatment and their lives are in danger.
The Eagle Army commander thought for a long time and finally agreed to the regimental leader's request.
However, while the defenders were transporting the wounded, a group of Japanese soldiers hiding in the building fired frantically at the wounded on the bridge. Several soldiers died on the spot.
Some people were also injured.
The regiment leader was furious and immediately ordered Wen San to fight back. Wen San used ten rounds of artillery shells to destroy the entire house before he stopped.
The team of Japanese soldiers came over while it was dark. The exact number of people was unknown, but they were all buried in the house.
Due to the emergency situation, the first battalion did not carry the national flag or military flag. The regiment leader expressed the hope that a national flag would be hung on the top of the Sixing Warehouse to boost the country's military prestige.
The supporting chamber of commerce quickly sent a large flag.
This flag was sent over by a woman surnamed Yang. When it came, it was blocked by soldiers from the foreign powers. After fierce negotiations, permission was obtained.
When the two officers took over the national flag, they solemnly gave her a military salute.
"Sir, what are your plans?" the woman asked extremely worriedly.
"Defend the Sixing Warehouse to the death!" All the soldiers present shouted in unison, and their voices resounded on both sides of the Su River.
When the national flag was raised on the roof, the confidence of the entire Zhabei people increased greatly, and the defenders in the warehouse were even more excited.
