Ding Wei said: "Looking at the speed of the Japs, it seems that the Japs on Lijiapo were in a hurry, so they had to move at full speed."

"As a result, the Imperial Army cannot keep up with the enemy's speed and will have to fall behind."

Kong Jie said: "The Imperial Alliance Army is much easier to deal with than the Japanese. With the strength of our independent regiment, we can completely eat up all the hundreds of Imperial Alliance Army troops in the Luliang Security Group."

"Old Ding, to be honest, I really want to let these Japs go and eat the Imperial Alliance Army behind them."

Ding Wei smiled and said: "Old Kong, if it was the Jinsui army that attacked Li Jiapo, we could do that."

Kong Jie also laughed: "Hahaha! It's a pity that the Independence Battalion is a unit of our Eighth Route Army, and it is also an elite unit. Seeing such a big piece of fat meat cannot be eaten in my mouth, I feel uncomfortable all over.

No, when the battle is over, we have to pluck out a few wools from Brother Zhuzi no matter what."

Ding Wei: "Well, that makes sense! But for now, let's stop this Japs first!"

"Commander!"

"have!"

Several messengers agreed and immediately ran over.

"Send my order, everyone prepare for battle!"

"Remember, you must wait for the Japanese to enter our ambush circle and hear my order before opening fire."

"yes!"

The messengers agreed and immediately ran down the mountain to convey the order of the regiment leader Ding Wei.

After receiving the order, the soldiers of the independent regiment checked their weapons and equipment and loaded the ammunition to ensure that there would be no accidents during the next battle and that they could go into battle as soon as possible.

The demolitionists subconsciously tightened the pull rope in their hands, and the bombardiers also unscrewed the back cover of the grenade, revealing the fuse inside.

The entire independent regiment position was filled with a murderous atmosphere for a while.

On the top of the mountain, Ding Wei and Kong Jie were still watching the rapidly approaching Japanese convoy.

But just about 1 kilometer away from Lion Rock, the Japanese convoy suddenly stopped.

Kong Jie's expression suddenly changed: "Old Ding, why did the Japanese stop suddenly? Could it be that they discovered us?"

Ding Wei thought for a while and said with a solemn expression: "It's probably the Japanese who suspected that there was an ambush here because of the dangerous terrain of Lion Mountain."

Kong Jie: "Then won't we be exposed soon?"

Ding Wei: "It's possible, but our purpose is to stop this Japs. It's best not to be exposed. Even if they are exposed, it won't be a big problem. After all, they are all lightly armed and do not carry heavy firepower weapons."

Kong Jie: "Well, in the past, we suffered from the heavy firepower weapons of the Japanese. Now that the Japanese on Lijiapo have asked them for help, I think these Japanese will not think about it for too long. Maybe they will just pass through."

"However, we must stay calm and not be exposed when the Japanese launch fire reconnaissance. In that case, our previous preparations will be in vain."

Kong Jie had dealt with the Japanese numerous times and was very familiar with their various methods.

Under normal circumstances, when the Japanese are marching, they will divide the imperial army into two parts, one part will open the way in front of the head, and the other part will be at the back of the team.

In this way, whether they encounter an ambush or retreat backwards, the Imperial Alliance Army will be used as cannon fodder and break up the rear.

If there were no Imperial Alliance Army, the Japanese would send some scouts to investigate the situation when they marched to a possible ambush location, or they would use machine guns to fire and conduct fire reconnaissance.

Ding Wei: "Yes! Let's wait and see."

"Commander, pass on my order and tell the soldiers that they must not expose the target in advance before receiving my order. Even if the enemy fires to test, they must hold back!"

"yes!"

Several messengers agreed and ran away to deliver the order again.

…

On the official road at the foot of the mountain.

Seeing the team in front of him suddenly stop, Miyamoto Hideyoshi frowned and scolded: "What's going on? Why did it stop suddenly?"

At this time, Captain Fujino Nobunaga of the 6th Infantry Battalion quickly walked over from the front and reported to Miyamoto Hideyoshi: "Captain, one kilometer ahead is Lion Rock. The terrain here is very dangerous. If the Chinese Army sets up an ambush in front,

If it does, it may cause immeasurable casualties to the imperial army, so why don't we send a scout to conduct reconnaissance to make sure there is nothing wrong."

Miyamoto Hideyoshi stood up, picked up a telescope and observed carefully. After a while, although the old devil found nothing, he felt that Fujita Nobunaga's concerns were reasonable.

Just as he was about to adopt his suggestion, the accompanying communications troops suddenly hurried over from the rear: "Report to the commander, Yamazaki Brigade sent an urgent message. Captain Yamazaki Jihei said that the main force of the China Eighth Route Army has launched an all-out attack, and their offensive is very fast."

Meng, the Yamazaki Brigade has suffered heavy casualties and may not be able to hold on for much longer. Now I want to ask where we are and can we get there as soon as possible?"

After hearing this, Miyamoto Hideyoshi frowned and said: "Immediately call back Yamazaki Jihei and tell him that we have marched to Lion Rock and will arrive at Lijiapo in another hour at most. Tell him to persist no matter what."

One hour!"

"Hiyi!"

The Japanese communications soldier paused heavily, then put down the individual radio on his back and began to call back Yamazaki Jihei.

Miyamoto Hideyoshi's face sank and he yelled: "Keep going!"

Fujino Nobunaga hurriedly admonished: "Captain, even if we don't send scouts, should we conduct fire reconnaissance?"

"That's fine!"

Miyamoto Hideyoshi thought for a while and then adopted Fujita Nobunaga's suggestion.

Soon, several vehicles carrying light machine guns separated from the brigade headquarters and headed towards them.

When they were about to reach the foot of Lion Rock, the Japanese machine gunners in the truck pulled the triggers one after another.

"Da da da!"

"Da da da da!——"

Gunshots rang out, and a large hail of machine gun bullets immediately poured towards the hillsides on both sides of the road.

The soldiers of the Independent Regiment lurking in the mountains have received orders from the regiment leader Ding Wei. They all lay down behind bunkers and shelters and allowed the Japanese machine gunners to fire at them.

After a fire reconnaissance, Miyamoto Hideyoshi saw that no Eighth Route Army was found on the mountain, so he felt relieved and gave the order to continue advancing.

"Keep going! Target, Li Jiapo! Quick, quick, quick!"

Following Miyamoto Hideyoshi's order, the Japanese drivers started the car again, then stepped on the accelerator and drove the vehicle forward.

On top of Lion Mountain.

Seeing that the Japanese finally lowered their guard, Ding Wei and Kong Jie let out a sigh of relief.

The Eighth Route Army soldiers of the Independent Regiment had their guns in hand and were ready to fire at any time.
Chapter completed!