Comrade, Your Ingredients Are Too Complicated Chapter 171

Chapter 171 Two choices given to Li Yunlong by the headquarters

The two of them walked out of Yushe Middle School while chatting. The brigade commander took the riding whip handed over by the guard and got on his horse, with a look of reminiscence on his face.

“That kid has changed a lot since he went to the logistics department to raise pigs for a few months. He is no longer the **** he was before.”

"Last time I went to inspect the New Second Regiment, I actually saw a lot of books on his desk. You don't even know my expression at that time. It was more surprising and surprising than picking up a few howitzers."

The thin staff member nodded in agreement. In the past, Li Yunlong would show off his skills every once in a while, sometimes bringing surprises to others, and sometimes causing trouble. The balance of merit and demerit often happened to him.

But since joining the New Second Regiment, he has honestly completed all the tasks assigned by his superiors, and even asked him to plow the railway without any complaints.

“Yes, this kid is no longer the thorn in the side who buys and sells by force when crossing the grass. Lao Xu must be more happy than the two of us now, haha.”

“Okay, let's tell him about this in advance. After all, it is an experimental force that we have never had contact with. Give him a little more time to prepare in advance.”

After finishing speaking, the thin staff member touched the neck of the war horse in front of him, and the two of them set off towards the station of the New Second Regiment. Seemingly thinking of something interesting, he continued with a smile:

"You are so confident. Maybe Li Yunlong will choose the former. Then I will want to see if you are embarrassed."

 In fact, the deputy commander-in-chief gave the New Second Regiment two options. Although they were both promotions, they were two completely different routes.

 The first option is to receive further training and then send him to open up a new military sector.

Since the Logistics Department gained the ability to mass-produce weapons and ammunition, the entire army has been developing rapidly, and all base areas have shown a tendency to expand.

 After all, the Eighth Route Army also faces the same problem as the Jinsui Army, that is, the current land cannot support more people.

Food problems have always troubled the headquarters. After all, whether it is the expansion of the army or the expansion of base areas, it will cause a series of burdens on the people.

For example, in the original work, Li Yunlong completed a wave of crazy military expansion during the Pingler period, which was very unreasonable.

Let's not discuss the disasters and plagues in North China during that period, and whether Zhaojiayu had so many manpower to absorb. Let's just calculate the cost of expanding the army to 7,000 men.

 The addition of 5,000 men to the army means that the local labor force has been reduced by more than 5,000 young and middle-aged people, and more than 5,000 manual workers have been added to the region. This food consumption is doubled.

 Let's not talk about Li Yunlong's private expansion of the army. How will the brigade commander react? Just when Zhang Wanhe saw that a certain unit had five thousand more mouths, he would have to come out from the logistics department to kill that commander.

 In the era of small-scale peasant economy, people are the main labor force.

 Expansion that ignores the local labor force will directly drain the local labor resources and cause a shortage of agricultural labor. In the end, it will definitely lead to the economic collapse of the region.

 Why did the headquarters only require the 120th Division to dispatch 4 to 6 main regiments when allocating the first phase of troops?

This is not because the deputy commander-in-chief looks down on Commander Huzi. He is a unit that joined with soldiers and supplies in the most difficult days.

 It's not because the terrain in northwestern Shanxi is complex, and it is not a densely populated area or a major agricultural area.

 The development of the 120th Division there is relatively slow, and the ability to dispatch 4 to 6 main regiments is already the limit.

Even though there were 105 regiments participating in the first phase of the Hundred Regiment War, some of them were semi- or non-professional militiamen, and they accounted for a large proportion in the battle sequence of the raid.

　　Opening a new military division is a difficult task. It requires not only a commander with high awareness and the ability to lead troops to fight, but also a capable political commissar.

 Coordinated production accounts for a large proportion of political work, which is to keep frontline soldiers fed and clothed.

Zhao Gang did a very good job in this regard. He not only led the masses to do farm work, but also often summoned local enlightened gentry to talk about unity in the war of resistance.

His existence is very important to the people in the base area. It is a benchmark for implementing rent and interest reductions and a beacon for resolving all problems.

With the addition of two men, one civil and one military, the New Second Regiment has the foundation to independently open up a new military region. They can even support nearby friendly forces while revitalizing a military area.

 The deputy commander took these factors into consideration before giving the first option. I hope that in the future, both Li Yunlong and Zhao Gang can become independent senior talents in the army.

The second one is to make the New Second Regiment a special force. This idea was proposed by Huang He, who took into account that Li and Zhao were more interested in fighting.

Although it is still a regiment-level unit, its status is definitely higher than that of the main regiment, and it will definitely become a pioneer in this field in the future.

Facing the ridicule of his old partner, the thin staff officer, the brigade commander looked like he had a chance to win.

“We have all seen Li Yunlong's experience over the years, and he has made a lot of contributions.”

“This year alone, I killed Nobutsu Sakata and captured a regiment flag. Together with Zheng Yingqi, I rescued a doctor and captured a cavalry battalion. I supported the 772nd Regiment and the 385th Brigade, and also killed a major general.”

“When I count down the number of things, I'm a little surprised. I've done so many great things without knowing it.”

“He was born for the battlefield and is an excellent soldier. Opening up a new military region is more suitable for Cheng Shifa, and Li Yunlong would not choose it.”

The brigade commander said this and did not continue, but anyone could see the satisfaction on his face.

Staff officer Shouzi took over the conversation and added: "Why did you forget about the surprise attack on Taiyuan Airport?"

“Our troops have no air defense at all, and there is no way to fight back against the Japanese planes. What the soldiers fear most is air strikes. When the news was announced this morning, the morale improved visibly.”

“Huang He, Zhang Wanhe, and Li Yunlong, it's really not too much to praise the three heroes of the Dabie Mountains.”

 After mentioning the Yellow River, the brigade commander's expression became a little solemn, and he remembered the intelligence he had recently received.

 When new weapons appeared in the army before, they did not attract the attention of the outside world because they had not yet been fully deployed.

But since the end of the first phase of the Hundred Regiment War, the Japanese have discovered that the Eighth Route Army's grassroots firepower is ridiculously strong, and it is obvious that they have gotten rid of Japanese weapons and reloaded bullets.

Such a huge number made Xiaori realize that the other party must have its own arsenal, so the North China Front Army sent a large number of spies and used the intelligence network.

 In recent times, agents from Xiaozhi have been digging into the base like crazy. Even some people who were not that concerned about the Asian battlefield cast curious glances.

"After our Hundred Regiment War is over, we must send that boy from Huang He to the rear areas no matter what! The deputy director has already made harsh words, and he must be kidnapped!"

“Southern Shanxi is no longer safe now. After we reveal our strength, the little devils will definitely find a way to deal with us.”

“Even the Logistics Department must move before the Japs' North China Front recovers, otherwise they will definitely be bombed.”

Outside Yushe County, the temporary residence of the New Second Regiment.

Most of the soldiers were carrying weapons. The Japanese were too generous this time and left a lot of supplies behind. Even with the help of local people, the comrades would have to transport it for at least half a day.

Li Yunlong, who had been running around all night, had just returned. At this time, he took Le Zhengdou and Wang Chengzhu to the field command post to tell the story of the shelling of Taiyuan Airport.

"Hahaha, you don't know how exciting this battle is. Seven 82mm mortars and a thousand rounds of artillery shells! We, Lao Li, have never fought such a rich battle."

“You can see the thick smoke coming out of Taiyuan Airport from several miles away. The Japanese's ground crew is not good either. It seems they are the same as their navy's damage control team.”

 The proud Captain Li saw Zhao Gang coming in and said with a smile:

“Old Zhao, our New Second Regiment has made great achievements again this time! We haven't seen the Japanese plane all day! Taiyuan Airport must be completely paralyzed.”

Suddenly, Zhao Gang, who was still jovial at first, became serious. He saw the blood on the other person's body, so he showed a concerned and angry expression like an old mother.

“Li Yunlong, did you lead the commando up again? How many times have I told you, as a regiment leader, can you please stop taking Zhang Dabiao's job!”

This scene immediately made Commander Li's face drop. In order to break the spell cast by his political commissar, he quickly called the three guards outside to testify against him.

“Political Commissar, our regiment leader was honest this time and really didn't go with the commando. The blood belongs to the Japanese cavalry. I am a monk and I will not tell lies.”

 Zhao Gang, who was in a better mood, suddenly saw the blood on Wei Dayong's forehead. He gently took off the opponent's military cap, then pointed at his wound and said helplessly:

"Okay, I finally understand. It's the three of you who will rush forward this time, isn't it? It's the guard's fault. I'm really speechless."

 “Are you afraid that your captain will be injured, why don't you rush in and kill all the Japs?”

“Damn it, go find a hygienist and take care of it. I'm not afraid of infection and inflammation if you cover the wound in this summer.”

Just as everyone was happily summing up the battle, Captain Li suddenly felt a kind of suppression coming from his bloodline, and even the hairs on the back of his neck stood up.

 “Li Yunlong!”

This voice was so thunderous and powerful that Lao Li was so frightened that his whole body trembled. Before he could see who was coming, he immediately ran out of the temporary command post.

When he went out, he had a flattering smile on his face and took out a pack of seized cigarettes.

“Hey! Brigadier! What kind of wind has brought you here! Come in quickly! Da Biao! Go outside and bring two boxes in! The brigade commander and staff are here to express their condolences to us!”

Looking at Li Yunlong's shameless face, the brigade commander helplessly covered his forehead. At this moment, he felt that Li Yunlong had made no progress.

 He took the cigarette and handed it to the thin staff officer, and said hello to everyone.

“In order to live a few more years, I have given up smoking. You guys should also smoke less, it is not good for your health.”

 After Zhang Dabiao came back, everyone sat down.

As soon as the brigade commander threw the riding crop on the table, Li Yunlong stood up with a loud noise and reported: "Report to the brigade commander! Our new second regiment can successfully complete the mission this time because of your patient teachings!"

This unusual behavior made everyone a little puzzled. Even the thin staff member couldn't figure out what the other party was singing.

“Are you okay, kid? Why are you so excited today? You feel guilty after having made a great contribution? Could it be that you want to swallow my batch of 82mm mortars without conscience?”

 After hearing these words, Li Yunlong looked upright, as if he had become a different person.

"Look at what you said, this is not to kill people. Those things are public property, and they must be returned after use. It's just that the bombardment of the airport was a bit harsh, and two of the cannons were broken."

Originally I thought the brigade commander would scold him, but the other party waved his hand indifferently.

 In a while, the Logistics Department will be able to produce various types of French artillery.

The 82 mm mortar, although valuable, must be eliminated sooner or later. What's more, it was damaged during the mission, and he is not an unreasonable person.

“You have done well this year, with many meritorious deeds and no trouble. This time, you proposed and executed the bombardment of the airport, leaving the Japanese First Army with no aircraft to use. This is another great achievement.”

“Our Eighth Route Army has always made clear rewards and punishments, and the headquarters has decided to give you a promotion. As my subordinate, I have secured two options for you.”

"The first item is that after the Hundred Regiment War, you hand over the affairs of the regiment to Zhao Gang, and then follow me back to the brigade headquarters to study for half a year. After the study, you lead the new second regiment to open a new military region near our Taiyue Military Region. "

“Perhaps in a few years, I will call you Brigadier Li Da.”

 After hearing these words, Li Yunlong almost cried. Although he has a good relationship with the brigade commander and respects each other very much.

But letting him take charge of a military region is a bit torturous. It's not because he doesn't want to learn or take responsibility, it's just that he simply doesn't want to leave the battlefield.

 In his opinion, the brigade commander can go to the battlefield several times a year, and the subordinate regiment-level units must be responsible for anything.

Captain Li Da even thought that after he became the brigade commander, he would watch Zhang Dabiao fighting every day, and he would have to wipe his behind behind him.

 At this moment, Lao Li suddenly understood how tired the brigade commander had been over the years. So before the other party finished speaking the first item, he immediately answered:

“The second option! The second option! I choose the second option!”

Seeing how Li Yunlong was afraid of going to the brigade headquarters to study, the thin staff officer laughed out loud. The laughter was so contagious that everyone in the command room except Li Yunlong and the brigade commander couldn't help it.

“Are you so scared of me? I won't eat you! When you don't make mistakes, there's no time when I'm not smiling!”

The brigade commander became more and more angry as he talked. He picked up the whip and whipped Li Yunlong lightly a few times. Then he adjusted his mood and asked with some gloating:

 “Li Yunlong, are you afraid of heights?”

   Is it true that no one can guess? The answer is ridiculous!

I made a post in the book review area, and I will roll a 1/200 York City after reaching the 100th floor. If you are interested, you can participate.

 (End of this chapter)

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