The First Part of the National Martyr's Lonely City Blood War Chapter 17 Another Battlefield

  The sound of the Japanese army's artillery occasionally interrupted Song Yuanhang's meditation, which was unable to come up with a solution. Going to the Japanese army to seize medicine? It doesn't seem very realistic. The 200th Division is surrounded by Tonggu and the Japanese army, fighting fiercely. Only the Kempeitai and the remnants of the Engineering Corps are reorganized and waiting for orders.

  Song Yuanhang was clear that the military department to the 200th division, and then to the constabulary corps, although everyone did not say it openly, but in their hearts, they were as clear as a mirror. Once the mechanized cavalry regiment, which served as the general reserve team, entered the battle, Song Yuanhang's small unit would really become the last reserve team of the 200th division.

  "It seems that we can only ask Chongqing for help now!" In order to save face, Song Far-hang sent a long telegram to Song Ziwen, who had just returned to China in Chongqing, vividly describing the difficulties of the front-line soldiers fighting with blood and lacking medical supplies. Later, he praised Song Ziwen as the pillar of the party and the country, as if without his contributions to the economy and diplomacy, the country would be on the verge of collapse, and it seemed that without Song Ziwen, China would not be China anymore.

  The telegraph operator was almost trembling with cold as he sent out the telegram! What's the effect? Song Yuanhang was anxious, this face he really couldn't afford to lose!

  The bombing of Chongqing by the Japanese left Song Ziwen's hands full, having just returned to China he had gained a lot, not only did he smoothly obtain $200 million in free aid from the US, but also signed a series of military supply contracts. With heroic posture returning home, why didn't he receive the expected treatment? The central government did not warmly welcome this triumphant hero, and there were only two or three reporters present.

  Facing the Japanese army's aggressive offensive, everything was simplified under the premise of fighting against the war. He, who was used to big scenes, naturally felt indignant in his heart, and simply declined even Chiang Kai-shek's dinner invitation. After dinner, he returned to his study, took out a copy of "The History of the Han Dynasty" and enjoyed himself. This habit had been cultivated over many years and had become an important part of his life after dinner.

  Song Weihang's telegram made Song Ziwen a bit depressed. This ungrateful nephew, instead of taking the position of Chief of Staff of the 38th Division, insisted on staying in Tonggu County, which was now surrounded by the Japanese like an iron barrel. Had this kid become afraid?

  With a hint of skepticism, Song Ziwen opened the telegram. The flattery from Song Yuanhang had no effect on him in the past, but today it made him feel somewhat comfortable because the telegram was sent from the perspective of a mid-level military officer in the National Army.

  Soong Tse-ven naturally understood it as the contribution he made for the country and the nation, which cannot be decided by just a few people. The eyes of the masses are bright, and to guard against the mouths of the people is more important than guarding against rivers. This principle he still understands, but he did not expect that his own nephew would have such insight?

  "It seems that the military is still very good at training people! If it were so easy, why bother owing a debt and having to go to the front line to hide? Since there are difficulties found on oneself, and it's not a big deal, Song Ziwen certainly doesn't have the intention of standing by idly. However, how to send this medicine, in what way, under what name? This has stumped Song Ziwen."

  Soon, Soong Tzu-wen thought of a clever plan that would bring him both fame and profit. While instructing his subordinates to purchase Western medicine and medical equipment, he made a phone call to his sister Song Meiling, who was also the secretary-general of the Aviation Committee, and briefly told her about Song Yuanhang's request, hoping she could provide a transport plane to make an airdrop over the Tonggu area.

  Soong Mei-ling was very puzzled when she hung up the phone. If it were frontline emergency medicine or ammunition, it should have been conveyed through the military system. Why did this child directly find his big brother?

  Chiang Kai-shek knew about this matter and immediately asked He Yingqin to come, although the troops were nominally under Stilwell's command, but in fact they were controlled by Du Yuming. Did he not think that such a way of commanding with two commanders and remote control was inappropriate?

  The logistics supply of the expeditionary army was directly under the Military Affairs Department, Chiang Kai-shek inquired about the logistics supply of the expeditionary army in detail. As a big man in the Military Affairs Department, He Yingqin knew the details of these trivial matters. So he hummed and hawed, trying to use words like "maybe", "seems like" and "almost".

  Chiang Kai-shek had already understood by this point that his original intention in leaving the logistics supply of the expeditionary force to the Military Affairs Department was to create a so-called balance. In China, some things cannot be taken too seriously, but some things must also be done properly. The elite of the Central Army, the logistical support for an army of 100,000, is actually so trivial? Now He Yingqin has clearly made Chiang Kai-shek very uncomfortable.

  "There can never be such loose talk in the military! This is dereliction of duty!" The angry Chiang Kai-shek's spittle sprayed directly onto He Yingqin's face.

  The extremely corrupt old Chiang can be said to have left no face for He Yingqin, who was suddenly struck by lightning when he searched for the informant after being reported. It wasn't until under the care of Soong Tzu-wen and Soong May-ling that it was dropped, but the three words "Song Yuanhang" were deeply imprinted in his memory.

  At midnight, the Chongqing airport, which had just been bombed by Japanese planes, welcomed a late-arriving C-26 transport plane. Soong Tse-ven, with a flushed face, made a generous and heroic donation speech in front of many reporters! With an air of being ready to sacrifice his life for the country at any moment, it seemed as if he would parachute down with the supplies just like Gong Zuoyao a few hours later!

  After the excitement, Soong Tse-ven did not forget his life motto "safety first". Without waiting for all the goods to be loaded, he used the excuse that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had urgent matters to attend to and quickly left the airport, a place closely watched by the Japanese.

  Song Yuanhang, who triggered a military coup, is also having a tough time. On the evening of March 27, news arrived that Japanese troops were increasing their forces!

  Due to the unexpected heavy losses of the Kamikaze Corps, Takeuchi Hiroshi could no longer cover up his defeat. The commander of the 15th Army, Iida Shōji, who was eating eel at the time, immediately got a fish bone stuck in his throat upon hearing the news. Fortunately, the military doctor pulled it out in time; otherwise, Lieutenant General Iida would have been the highest-ranking officer to die in action since the start of the war, and he would have died from being choked by a fish bone - such an ignominious death is rarely seen throughout history.

  Although the fishbone was pulled out, Ryota Inada still felt that there was something stuck in his throat. That thing is "Tonggu"! He couldn't figure it out, the 55th Division and its affiliated units had more than 30,000 people, with tanks, heavy artillery, and planes flying overhead every day, repeatedly supporting them, attacking a single division of the Rehe Army with over 10,000 men, yet they lost an entire regiment?

  "Is Takeuchi Hiro really trying to make himself look bad?"

  "Hah!" Yota Shoji cursed and repeatedly stroked the wrinkles on his bald head, as if trying to smooth them out. But Yota Shoji knew that the real wrinkles were in his own heart.

  "Someone, go and invite Sakura Ueda-san to come here!" Shoji Hanada calmly returned to the tatami mat, kneeling down in front of a small table, carefully pouring clear liquor into two cups.

  Hidetsugu Inata has been strict with himself since high school, adhering to the standards of a samurai. As a faithful follower of Bushido, he believed that a samurai should drink sake rather than tea, so he always entertained his guests with sake.

  As the door opened and closed, Ueda Sakiko, expressionless and dressed in military attire, entered the room and bowed deeply to Iida Shoji, saying "You called for me?"

  Mehata Sōji gazed at the gold-embroidered lieutenant commander epaulets on Ueda Sakura's shoulders and exclaimed, "You're already a lieutenant commander! Congratulations! I still remember when your father and I played Go, you would always be causing trouble by our side... those were warm and nostalgic times!"

  Ueda Sakura's face turned slightly red, and she lowered her head, whispering: "You still remember! How nostalgic the days without war were."

  "What nonsense!" Sōji Hanada scolded Sakura Ueda loudly: "The meaning of the holy war is glorious and great, and it's our greatest honor as soldiers to devote ourselves to the holy war! Don't say such meaningless words again, I'm teaching you on behalf of your father."

  Hinata Shōji saw Ueda Sakura's pale face and silent gaze, and let out a gentle sigh to comfort her: "You've worked hard! The contributions you've made for the Empire will never be forgotten by the Emperor and the people. Your value far exceeds that of a single division. I hope you'll continue to do your best!"

  "Congratulations on your promotion, cheers!" Yoshiji Inada raised his glass and lightly clinked it against Sakiko Ueda's, his eyes radiating a burning gaze. "I need you to return to Yunnan-Burma, our understanding of the Chinese Expeditionary Force is still far from sufficient. The 143rd Regiment of the 55th Division is a lesson for us. We need all military intelligence about the Chinese Expeditionary Force, especially the logistics supply base 'Mitsuna' and 'Bamo' in the rear of the Shina people! That will be the focus of your mission this time."

  "The three words 'Mitsuna' fell on Ueda Sakiko's heart like a meteorite, that had always been the domain controlled by the elite of the third department 'Empire Rose', after being shocked, Ueda Sakiko suddenly realized Iida Shoji's intentions."

  Inoue's eyes were fixed on Ueda's every move as he poured her a full cup of sake. Ueda calmly nodded in appreciation, but Inoue seemed somewhat dissatisfied and disappointed with her reaction. Hadn't he given her such a great opportunity? Yet she didn't show any sign of gratitude?

  Ueda Sakura's consideration had exhausted Iida Shoji's patience, and he waved his hand impatiently: "You go back and prepare immediately! You and your men will set out tonight. I have already deployed the 56th Division from Singapore to the Songgu front, annihilating the Second Hundred Regiment of the Chongqing Army and opening up a breakthrough."