webnovelfull Chapter 819 Landing on the Four Countries Island
Chapter 819 Landing on the Four Countries Island
Under the gray-blue sky at dawn, at the edge of the once prosperous but now devastated port of Shikoku Island, the sea breeze, carrying a light salty taste and a barely perceptible smell of gunpowder, gently blows across the silent sea surface.
Ten giant troop transports from China's North Sea Fleet were majestically anchored in the offshore area like steel behemoths. Their huge bodies cast long shadows in the morning light, demonstrating China's strength and determination.
"Everyone, pay attention! Prepare for landing operations!" With the loud command coming from the loudspeaker on the deck of the troop transport ship, the entire fleet instantly entered a state of high tension.
Commanders at all levels quickly took their positions and, through sophisticated communication systems, transmitted commands to every soldier as easily as the movement of their arms.
"Assault boat formation, start the engines, and proceed at full speed according to the planned route!" Following the commander's command, the assault boats carrying elite soldiers slid out from the belly of the troop transport ship like arrows, cutting through the waves and rushing towards the coastline of Shikoku Island.
The waves suddenly broke apart in front of the bow of the speedboat, and then quickly closed together at the stern, forming white foam bands that witnessed this grand landing operation.
"Each team maintains formation, pays attention to enemy monitoring, and is ready to respond to emergencies at any time!" On the assault boat, the team leaders used binoculars to continuously confirm the topography and potential threat points of the landing area. At the same time, they conveyed instructions to the soldiers through walkie-talkies to ensure that every soldier can accurately understand the mission requirements and know what is going on.
As the distance gradually shortens, the outline of Shikoku Island's coastline becomes clearer.
The soldiers held their weapons and equipment tightly in their hands, with murderous looks in their eyes.
"Landing point confirmed, prepare to land!" As the final command was issued, the speedboats adjusted their directions and rushed towards the designated landing point.
As the morning light fully bloomed, the first ray of sunlight illuminated the faces of the brave warriors of the 149th Division of the Central Plains Military Region on the coastline of Shikoku Island.
At this time, Liu Chengxu, as the commander-in-chief of this operation, stood in the command room of the flagship, his eyes sharp, staring closely at every detail of the upcoming landing operation.
"149th Division of the Central Plains Military Region, I am Liu Chengxu, please reply immediately, Division Commander Chen Dan." Liu Chengxu's voice was clearly and powerfully transmitted to the front line through the encrypted communication system.
"The 149th Division received it. Chen Dan is here. Please give instructions." The calm and powerful reply from the division commander Chen Dan came through the intercom.
"Commander Chen, based on the current battlefield situation, I order your unit to land immediately as the vanguard and quickly advance five kilometers inland. You must open up a safe zone in this area to create favorable conditions for the safe landing of subsequent large troops. At the same time, you need to ensure smooth communications and report progress and changes in the enemy situation at any time." Liu Chengxu issued a clear order.
"Understood. The 149th Division will execute immediately!" After giving a brief and powerful reply, Division Commander Chen quickly conveyed the order to all subordinate units.
"236th Infantry Regiment, 237th Infantry Regiment, listen to my orders, set out from the landing point immediately, and advance eastward in two columns. Each regiment is responsible for clearing the enemies and obstacles on its flank to ensure that the marching route is unobstructed. Pay attention to coordinated operations and maintain radio silence unless there is an emergency. The reconnaissance company will go first and closely monitor the enemy situation. Once any abnormality is found, report it immediately and deal with it on the spot."
Division Commander Chen Dan used tactical communication equipment to issue detailed combat instructions to the two infantry regiments under his command.
As the order was issued, the soldiers of the 236th Infantry Regiment and the 237th Infantry Regiment acted quickly. Like two sharp knives, they cut through the tranquility of the early morning and advanced deep inland.
Along the way, they encountered abandoned fortifications, scattered mines and sporadic enemy resistance, but these failed to stop them. With precise fire support and efficient coordinated operations, all obstacles were cleared one by one, and a safe passage to the inland gradually emerged.
At the same time, the soldiers of the reconnaissance company shuttled around the front line like ghosts, constantly collecting intelligence and providing key information for the decision-making of the entire army.
Their presence provided a solid guarantee for the safe advance of the 149th Division.
After the tense and orderly mission was completed, Chen Dan, commander of the 149th Division of the Central Plains Military Region, stood on a slightly higher sand dune, holding a walkie-talkie, his eyes penetrating the mist, scanning the safe area that had just been cleared.
"General Command, this is Chen Dan from the 149th Division, reporting the latest battle situation." Chen Dan's voice was transmitted to the distant general command through the encrypted channel.
"Commander Chen, please speak." General Liu Chengxu's voice sounded, revealing a hint of imperceptible approval.
"After our unit's all-out efforts, we have successfully cleared all obstacles in the designated area and established a preliminary security line. Currently, the area has the conditions for a large force to land, and we request instructions on follow-up actions." Chen Dan's report was concise and clear.
"Commander Chen, the mission was accomplished brilliantly! Our unit has received your report and approved your unit to continue consolidating the defense line while preparing to welcome the landing of subsequent large forces." There was obvious affirmation in Liu Chengxu's voice, and then he changed the subject and issued a new order to the entire fleet.
"26th Army, 28th Army, 29th Army, 31st Army, please take note. You are now ordered to immediately initiate the landing preparation procedure. Each army must ensure that its equipment and personnel are in place, and prepare for a large-scale landing via pontoon bridges or assault boats. All troop transport ships, assemble immediately in the offshore area, build pontoon bridges according to the predetermined plan, and ensure the stability and safety of the landing channel."
Liu Chengxu's orders were like lightning, cutting through the sky and quickly transmitted to every warship and every combat unit.
As the order was issued, the entire fleet moved quickly. The huge transport ships slowly adjusted their positions on the sea, and the precise navigation and communication systems between them ensured the accuracy of the distance and course.
The floating bridge construction team was quickly dispatched. They used advanced floating bridge construction technology to build bridges of life leading to the land on the rough sea.
At the same time, under the command of officers at all levels, the soldiers were preparing for the landing in a tense and orderly manner.
They either check the equipment to ensure that every weapon is in the best condition, or carry out the final pre-war mobilization to inspire the soldiers' fighting spirit and confidence.
There was a solemn and exciting atmosphere in the air, as if every heart was beating for the upcoming battle.
With the roar of the first assault boat, the large-scale landing operation officially began.
The soldiers either cut through the waves in assault boats or moved steadily along the stable floating bridge. They surged into the deep inland of Shikoku Island like a tide.
In this foreign land, they will write a new chapter of history with their blood and fighting will.