webnovelfull Chapter 475 Chen Tong's Pocket Plan Controls the Overall Situation
Chapter 475 Chen Tong's Pocket Plan Controls the Overall Situation
Zheng Weihu's temper was well-known in the entire army of the Southern Government. Once he got angry, he would dare to contradict even his immediate superior without any scruples. However, even such a reckless man in the eyes of everyone was loyal to Huang Guangtai and the Southern Government.
At the critical moment when Huang Guangtai decided to retreat to Liuwan Island, Zheng Weihu led his troops and followed Huang Guangtai across the ocean without hesitation to this unfamiliar land. His loyalty and determination also earned him the trust and importance of Huang Guangtai.
At this moment, Zheng Weihu stood in the tent, scanning his generals with sharp eyes. His face was so gloomy that it seemed as if water could drip out of it, and his voice was as cold as the north wind in the winter.
"Tomorrow, if you can't break through the enemy's blockade," he said word by word, "I will use my belts to make a big dish for each of you! Show me your courage and determination to die on the battlefield. If you don't succeed, you will die!"
At the same time, in the command post of the 29th Army of China, Commander Liu Dehou was having an in-depth conversation with Commander Chen Tong.
Liu Dehou frowned and asked Chen Tong, "Commander, we actually have sufficient logistical supplies, and the amount of ammunition and artillery is enough to make the enemy pay a heavier price. Why should we deliberately show weakness to the enemy? If we use all our strength, we can make these two troops retreat even if they suffer heavy losses."
Upon hearing this, Chen Tong shook his head slightly, his eyes calm and deep, like a bottomless lake.
"Commander Liu, war is not just a contest of force, but also a battle of wisdom and strategy." He said slowly, "We deliberately show weakness to the enemy in order to let them relax their vigilance and reveal their flaws. Only in this way can we seize the opportunity and defeat them in one fell swoop. Moreover, our goal is not only to make these two troops retreat in the face of difficulties, but I also want to take this opportunity to annihilate these two army-level troops in one fell swoop."
Chen Tong stood in front of the sand table of the command post, his fingers gently running across the location of Lushan Port, his eyes sharp, revealing a calm composure.
"The 27th Army of the Southern Military District landed quietly at Lushan Port in the early hours of yesterday morning." He said, his voice revealing a sense of control and confidence in the overall situation.
"And their target is Dawn City, where the defense is weak after the enemy's Seventh and Ninth Armies left." Chen Tong continued,
"They will officially launch a raid on Dawn City tomorrow afternoon."
"And the 27th Division of the 138th Army will cooperate with the 29th Army to cut off their retreat, complete our pocket tactics, and encircle these two army-level forces." Chen Tong drew a big circle on the sand table with his fingers, as if drawing a perfect strategic blueprint. His eyes sparkled with wisdom, showing the foresight and determination of an outstanding commander.
Finally, he smiled lightly, with a hint of cunning in his tone: "If we don't give them some loopholes and hope, how can we create opportunities for our friendly forces?" His meticulous and comprehensive plan makes people admire his strategic vision and layout ability.
The entire command post was in complete silence. All officers held their breath and listened attentively to Chen Tong's explanation, with deep respect for the commander in their hearts.
"As long as we take over Shuguang City, Haoyue City and the entire western part of Liuwan Island, only Wanxi City will be left as an isolated city." Chen Tong drew a line on the map, connecting Shuguang City, Haoyue City and Wanxi City together, forming an obvious encirclement.
"Taking over the entire western part of Liuwan Island not only means that we have officially opened up the situation on Liuwan Island, but will also put tremendous psychological pressure on our enemies," he continued.
Suddenly, he chuckled and said jokingly, "I just don't know if Huang Guangtai will have a heart attack and die suddenly after getting the news of the destruction of two army-level main forces." Although this sentence was meant as a joke, it revealed Chen Tong's contempt and disdain for his enemy Huang Guangtai.
"In fact, with the strength of our Chinese Army, it is effortless to control a small remnant of the Southern Kingdom. The fate of the Southern Kingdom government was doomed from the day this war began."
On the second morning, when the sky was still pale, the troops of the Southern Government's Seventh and Ninth Armies had already begun their fierce offensive. Amid the roar of artillery fire, the entire battlefield seemed to be plunged into chaos, with smoke and flames rising into the sky.
The soldiers of the Seventh and Ninth Armies rushed madly towards the positions of the 29th Army, like flames blown by a strong wind. Their faces were full of determination and ferocity, and they were obviously determined to die. The explosions coming from all directions were like the roar of Thor, shaking everyone's heart.
On the battlefield, the Southern Government had as many as twelve artillery positions, with thousands of artillery pieces firing alternately, and shells rained down on the 29th Army's positions. For a moment, the entire position seemed to have turned into a sea of fire, with explosions, shouts, and machine gun sounds intertwined, forming a tragic picture of war.
The trenches of the 29th Army were almost flattened by the bombardment of artillery fire, with soil and gravel flying everywhere, and some broken trench walls showing hideous cracks in the sun. However, the soldiers of the 29th Army did not retreat. They hid in the remaining bunkers, staring at the front with a firm gaze, waiting for the opportunity to counterattack.
"The rats underground here are probably all destroyed." Chen Tong observed the battlefield from a distance and said with a hint of sarcasm. However, his eyes revealed a calmness, and it was obvious that he had already made sufficient preparations for this battle.
Despite the intensive and fierce enemy artillery fire, the 29th Army's losses were kept under control. This was due to Chen Tong's advance deployment and the flexible command of officers at all levels. They took advantage of the terrain, cleverly avoided artillery fire, and looked for opportunities to counterattack the enemy.
By noon, the battle had lasted for nearly four hours. The sun was high in the sky, and the scorching sun shone on the scorched earth, adding a bit of tragic grandeur to this cruel war. The casualties on both sides rose sharply, and soldiers lying down and bloodstains could be seen everywhere on the battlefield.
The soldiers of the Southern Government Army seemed to have been injected with stimulants. They shouted, charged, and rushed forward recklessly. Every charge was accompanied by tragic sacrifices.
Twelve regiment-level troops took turns to attack the 29th Army's positions regardless of casualties. Under this crazy fighting style, the casualty ratio of both sides has reached an astonishing 6:1.
Every soldier's physical strength has reached its limit and his will is on the verge of collapse.
However, at this critical moment, Chen Tong made a wise decision. He instructed the 29th Army to abandon the frontline and retreat. This decision gave the exhausted soldiers a little relief, and also gave the Southern Government's army a glimmer of hope that they could break through the blockade.
"Go! Charge! The enemy can't hold on any longer. Take down the enemy positions! Anyone who dares to retreat will be shot immediately!" Zheng Weihu was sitting in an open command vehicle, shouting at the top of his lungs. He held a loud speaker tightly in his hand, and his voice spread across the entire battlefield.
As the army commander, Zheng Weihu personally supervised the battle, and was obviously determined to win. His face was covered with sweat and dust, but his eyes were extremely crazy and determined. He knew that this war was of vital importance to them, and there would be no retreat or compromise.