The limp body of the correspondent fell to the ground, and splashes of red and white were scattered on the ground. The scene was extremely bloody.
In shock, Li Shuanggui, whose face was sprayed with blood, rolled and dodged to the side... and then another bullet was shot from the forest, hitting the place where he just stood with a pop.
"hidden!"
In an instant, gunshots continued to be heard from the woods ahead on the left, and several soldiers who were unable to dodge fell to the ground.
The remaining people hurriedly looked for a place to hide, and then discovered that the little devils who fired the shots were actually hiding in the trees.
Japs who climb trees are the most hated object of the soldiers of the expeditionary force. This disgusting tactic is also a common trick used by the Japs.
They are like hidden sentries, wrapped in thick withered grass and green leaves, quietly lying in ambush on the big trees. Whenever the enemy passes by, they will shoot at them or sound an alarm to alert their main troops.
The tall broad-leaved tree canopy in the jungle provides excellent cover. As long as they remain silent, it is difficult to spot them even if you walk up to them. However, once the little devils open fire, they will always gain something, and they have proven successful every time.
Li Shuanggui was already breaking out in cold sweat. Just now, half of his feet had stepped into the gate of hell. These devils were so insidious. If he reacted any slower, he would be killed by the other party's gun.
He lay down behind the stone and carefully observed the front. The little devils were still firing cold guns. They were not many in number, but it was difficult to find them above the tree crowns.
The soldiers were forced to have no choice but to fire in the direction of the gunfire. The bullets formed a dense barrage, causing leaves and branches to tremble and fly around. Soon, two figures fell heavily from the tree. Falling.
Although this tactical method of the Japanese army is very insidious and unpredictable, it is not difficult to deal with them. As long as there is strong firepower support, no matter how well he hides, he will be sieved by the rain of bullets.
But this huge movement also alarmed the main force of the Japs in front. Within a few moments, a large number of Japanese troops came towards this side, and the situation instantly became crisis-ridden.
Looking at the only signal gun on the dead correspondent a few meters away, Li Shuanggui was extremely anxious. That thing was the reason why they came here.
The flying bullets whizzed past his body, as if his throat would be cut by death's scythe in the next second, but at this moment Li Shuanggui did not dare to think wildly.
The body of the liaison officer was still lying not far away. The distance of three to four meters was like an insurmountable gap. As soon as he showed his head, Li Shuanggui was forced back by several oncoming bullets.
More and more little devils have gathered around, and the two sides are engaged in fierce fighting, but everyone knows that this situation will not last long, and it is only a matter of time before they are eliminated because of their weak strength.
"cover me!"
Qiu Lin understood immediately and raised his gun and opened fire without hesitation. The soldiers also began to shoot at the Japanese troops one after another.
However, there were too many Japs surrounding them, and the firepower of these few was really insufficient. In less than two minutes, there were already corpses lying around, leaving only Qiu Lin and two soldiers still suffering. support.
boom!
boom!
Bang bang bang bang bang bang bang…!
At this moment, the third platoon leader and his men came from the flank. Suddenly, a dense hail of bullets flew through the forest. From time to time, little devils were hit and fell to the ground.
Grenades were also flying across the land, and the explosions were accompanied by fierce and dazzling flames that reached the sky, mixed with screams of pain.
Under such a fierce counterattack, the Japanese troops who could not figure out the details of the opponent did not dare to charge blindly. They could only try to stabilize their formation and find cover and constantly shoot and test them.
Li Shuanggui took this opportunity and decisively jumped out of the bunker and ran forward. He rushed to the liaison officer in three steps and two steps, and grabbed the signal gun on the other person's body.
The Japanese's cold guns were still vicious. After seeing the moving figure, they all targeted Li Shuanggui. The bullets whizzed by, almost hovering on the edge of death several times.
In desperation, they could only run forward and use a big tree as a bunker to avoid the Japanese firepower.
It was impossible to run back. There was no cover behind, and you would be a living target if you went back.
Now he was completely separated from the team. He was forced behind a tree by the little devil and couldn't move. If he wasn't careful, he would hate the northwest.
When the third platoon leader and his men rushed to Qiu Lin and others, they glanced around but did not find Li Shuanggui, and asked hurriedly: "Where is your platoon leader!?"
"in front of!"
Following the direction of Qiu Lin's finger, the third platoon leader saw Li Shuanggui huddled behind the big tree in front, but his current situation was very critical.
The opponent's position is about ten meters away from you. Apart from the big rock where you hid in the first place, which is the bare mountain wall, there is no other cover.
"Old Li! Are you okay!?"
The rough voice of the third platoon leader was so penetrating that the anxiety in his words could be heard even from a distance. At the same time, he was also annoyed that he had arrived a step too late, otherwise the situation would not have been so tragic.
"You can't die yet, huh..." Li Shuanggui panted heavily, leaning against the tree and replied loudly.
The slight tingling pain on his lower back made him couldn't help but reach out and touch it, but the sticky feeling on contact said it all.
Perhaps an inconspicuous stray bullet hit his lower back. Only now did he feel the piercing pain rushing straight to his forehead.
The bullets hit the tree trunk behind him with a popping sound. The enemy's firepower seemed to have blocked this open area, and if anyone showed up, he would be hit wildly.
The third platoon leader tried to lead the soldiers to rescue Li Shuanggui and then retreat while fighting, but there seemed to be more and more enemies and they could not be killed no matter what.
You don't need to look to know that there are more little devils surrounding them, and the dozen or so people under him cannot hold out for too long.
While reloading, he happened to meet Li Shuanggui's eyes. The latter said nothing, but simply nodded, holding the signal gun tightly in his blood-stained right hand and placing it on his chest.
The third platoon leader looked at that calm and determined look and understood everything instantly.
The enemy's gunfire was still raging around him. Although his face was full of helplessness and pain, he nodded towards the opponent.
The soldier's final awakening is all unspoken...
"Everyone, cover fire, grenades... ready..."
After saying that, the third platoon leader loaded the bullet into the chamber and shouted loudly: "Let's go!"
After hearing the order, the soldiers poured all the few bullets they had left at the little devil crazily, and the grenades made a loud noise again.
The Japanese troops who pressed forward were beaten terribly. Countless people were shot and fell to the ground. Others also sought cover and hide in the woods.
Li Shuanggui endured severe pain and rushed out without hesitation when the Japanese army was briefly suppressed.
But he did not retreat to the third platoon leader's side, but ran towards the Japanese army without hesitation!
(End of chapter)
