Chapter 94 Chapter 94: The End of the Hero 2

Ammunition was depleted day by day, soldiers were killed and wounded one by one, and there was no news of reinforcements. The situation became more serious and tense day by day.Fang Xianjue couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, and used alcohol to relieve his worries, and became thinner day by day. On August 1, during the meal, there were generals such as Supervisor Cai Rulin, Gao Shen Peng Kefu, Chief of Staff Sun Mingyu, Deputy Chief Zhang Guangkuan, etc. Fang Xianjue seemed to be talking to himself, and seemed to be asking everyone: " What is the future of Hengyang? Where is the way out for our army?" Seeing that everyone was silent, he called Cai Rulin by name and asked, "War Supervisor, what do you think?"

Cai Rulin had no choice but to answer: "I think Chuangfeng must be very concerned about the safety of Hengyang and the 10th Army. Although we are facing difficulties, I believe there will be a solution!" Fang Xianjue sighed and said: "I hope so! We will not be a turtle in a urn, no matter how bad we are, we will be a trapped beast. No matter what, I will serve the country with my death! At that time, none of you will stop me!" "Junzuo, you can't, and you don't have to!" Cai Rulin didn't know how to answer. "Yes! Military seat, don't talk about self-determination lightly!" Chief of Staff Sun Mingyu analyzed, "Firstly, Hengyang is currently the only advance stronghold to control the Japanese invaders in the southwest of our country. If Hengyang is lost, it will be equivalent to losing half of the southwest. , the central government will never sit idly by. Second, the defense of Hengyang is a matter of international observation. The army is waiting for work at ease, with two sides attacking, and the air supremacy is still in the hands of our army. If Hengyang falls, will it not affect the international perception of our country! Third, since the commission has indicated that our army: When necessary, we must command the land and air forces, come Save Hengyang. Otherwise, if you break your promise, who will dare to defend the city bravely next time?"

"You two are right. We hope to get rid of the siege, but of course we can't do it right away. If the reinforcements arrive after only three days, then any army can defend. How can it show the fighting spirit of our 'Taishan Army'! So stick to it The longer the time, the more tenacious our army will be in fighting; the reinforcements will enter the city slowly, and the great achievements of the defenders will be more felt." Fang Xianjue became more and more excited as he talked: "There are few exceptions in ancient and modern China and abroad. Anyone who succeeds and becomes famous is It is achieved through hard work, hard work, bloodshed and sacrifice. This is like Zhao Zilong riding the savior alone. If Prince A Dou hadn’t come out of the millions of Cao’s troops, how could he sing?! If you want to serve the country and achieve fame , It’s useless if there is no opportunity. The appointment of our 10th army to defend Hengyang is of profound significance. This is our glory! Now we endure the pain of the moment and win the honor of the ages. It’s worth it! Gentlemen, do you think it’s worth it? ?”

Fang Xianjue laughed out loud after speaking.Everyone said it was worth it, and then laughed, for a moment they forgot that they were in a besieged city, and sang operas to entertain themselves.First, Cai Rulin played Cao Cao and sang "Catch and Release Cao", and then Peng Gaocan played Yang Silang and sang "Sitting in the Palace", accompanied by the party chief Pan Ke playing the huqin.Everyone shook their heads and shook their heads, knocked on the table and clapped their hands, fascinated, and the Japanese artillery shells also came and cheered non-stop, what a "joy in bitterness"!

On August 4, after the first two general offensives, plus the consumption of the first two days of the third general offensive, the 10th Army was already stretched, and it couldn't be more difficult. What should we do? Peng Gaocan suggested: "It is better to shrink and concentrate the troops along the river and the Caohe area, and head to the southwest for the main attack direction." Cai Rulin then said: "That's all. The officers and miscellaneous officers of the general headquarters and the divisional headquarters can continue to be organized into combat members, except for very special tasks, to take over and defend these two positions. The replaced The 1st Battalion of the 54th Division temporarily concentrates its forces, and chooses the attack point closest to the reinforcements to force a surprise attack. Let it go, it may be the hope! However, it must be reported to the upper peak for approval."

Fang Xianjue nodded heavily in agreement. Chief of Staff Sun Mingyu said helplessly: "Officers have already been reorganized, how can there be so many people?" The adjutant Zhang Guangkuan heard this, and interjected: "Recently, I have had a few divinations, and it's always not very good. Therefore, I didn't dare to report to the military seat." "How about it? But it doesn't matter!" Fang Xianjue said. "Three hexagrams in a row, two lower and one middle lower. The situation is worrying, it's hard to say!" Zhang Guangkuan replied.

On the afternoon of August 5, Fang Xianjue called an emergency military meeting.All officers above the general of the 10th Army attended the meeting.They are Major General Zhou Qingxiang, Commander of the 3rd Division, Major General Rong Youlue, Commander of the 190th Division, Major General Ge Xiancai, Commander of the Reserve 10th Division, Major General Rao Shaowei, Commander of the Temporary 54th Division, Major General Sun Mingyu, Chief of Staff of the 10th Army, Major General Peng Kefu, Senior Staff Officer, Major General Cai Rulin, war zone supervisor and artillery commander. Most of the generals had just returned from the front line, their torn military uniforms were covered in battle dust and they didn't care to beat them, their faces burnt by gunpowder were black and shiny.The two generals Ge Xiancai and Rong Youlue had several battle wounds and bandages wrapped around their bodies.The air in the air-raid shelter of the military headquarters was dull, trembling slightly under the heavy Japanese artillery bombardment and aircraft bombardment.It's not much more comfortable in the hole than on the ground.

Fang Xianjue meaningfully scanned everyone for a week.At this time, the general-level subordinates and staff were also silently watching the chief general in the formation.Commander Fang first broke the dull atmosphere: "Everyone knows the military situation very well, so I won't say much. Now our relationship is closer and closer than that of parents, wives and other blood relatives and in-laws. Since we all breathe together, It’s a living body that shares weal and woe, whoever has a good solution, you can talk about it by cutting open the abdomen!” As soon as Fang Junchang raised this major issue related to the safety of Hengyang and everyone's life and death.The atmosphere in the venue suddenly became tense, as if it was about to explode. Anxiety invaded everyone's brains and hearts. For a while, no one could think of a perfect plan.

The generals looked at each other in blank dismay, what else could they do?The chairman of the committee has sent a telegram order to "serve the country with one death."Needless to say the role of the battle in Hengyang, everyone knows it clearly, what should we do?Everyone couldn't see anything from the frown and sad expression of Commander Fang, racking their brains to weigh the methods that can be taken and the methods that cannot be taken.In a dangerous city, besides defending to the death and co-existing in the position, who is willing to say other ways? The best way is to clear the siege.All kinds of ways to ask for help have been exhausted.Shrinking the position, repairing the fortifications, tapping the potential of combat power, and ingeniously arranging troops and deploying fire and energy have reached the extreme, and they have persisted for so long, and they have persisted until today.The loyalty of the generals, the steadfastness and bravery of the soldiers, the close cooperation between the army and the people, the high love for the country and the nation, a strong sense of responsibility and self-confidence can create such a brilliant record.

But when all this has been done to the extreme, what's next?Where to go, is it a question that can be discussed? The long-awaited reinforcements have never arrived, and the repeated appearance and disappearance of rescue gunshots are constantly eroding the belief and determination of the soldiers.Hope and disappointment, disappointment and hope, the soldiers of the 10th Army fought in such a difficult situation.What about the allies?Why take the life of the defenders as a trifling matter; what about appointing a seat? The generals no longer believed in the promise of "staying for another 3 days, and the reinforcements will enter the city." Such a light promise.

What about the 10th Army?Discuss your own destiny by yourself, what else can you do! The teachers were pondering solemnly and depressedly, and the heavy atmosphere weighed heavily on people's hearts like lead; the depressed mood made everyone seem to be going crazy; the tense air seemed to explode when a match was struck.These men, who are used to roaring and shouting all-powerful on the battlefield, tensed their mouths for a moment, not daring to breathe. This is indeed a difficult question.The 10th Army has been fighting in Hengyang for 45 days, attracting more than 100,000 Japanese troops, effectively blocking and defeating the Japanese army's offensive momentum, destroying the morale and arrogance of the Japanese army, and disrupting the Japanese army's strategic deployment.Only one 10th Army almost killed the No. 1 battle plan of the entire Japanese Empire, and brought down Hideki Tojo's Japanese cabinet. However, this favorable opportunity created by the 10th Army opened up a vast strategic space for the Chinese army, but it passed away like this, and disappeared needlessly, and the situation of the war was not reversed in time.It's really sad, and it's a sigh. The 10th Army has truly achieved brilliant results, costing the lives of more than 6,000 officers and soldiers.Some of them were buried in the ground, and some died on the street; there were as many as 8,000 wounded and sick. They lacked medical care and food, were dying, and wailed tragically. Who will take responsibility for them?What should be their fate and future?For the officers and soldiers who are still persisting in the remnants of the bitter battle in various positions throughout the city, what should be the outcome of their battle? At the beginning of the battle, who didn't want to be a hero who killed the enemy?Who doesn't want to be awarded for meritorious service to the country?Who doesn't want to be promoted and reused?Who wouldn't want to show off their military prestige and momentum in order to maintain the famous name of the 10th Army?Who doesn't want the soldiers represented by Commander Fang Xianjue to become anti-Japanese heroes? ! These officers and soldiers have a simple idea in their hearts, that is, they can win a war under the famous anti-Japanese general Fang Xianjue, or defend Hengyang and be honored and proud, and feel that this trip is worthwhile and that they will live up to their lives!But at this moment, they fell into a hard fight and fell into a confusion.Some chaotic worries are interfering with their confidence and determination!