Spy Wars: I can get rewards by being a bully!

Chapter 1164 I Should Perform the Disciple's Ceremony

Tanghe River.

The Third Company, which had previously been responsible for building fortifications, now became the main force in the defense.

The casualties of the first and second companies have reached about 30%, and two platoons responsible for drawing fire on the flanks have been completely wiped out.

Uncle Luo and Chen Youdi were resting behind the fortifications, with Xiao Shuanzi's body beside them.

When they retreated just now, Chen Youdi carried Xiao Shuanzi's body back without hesitation.

Uncle Luo sighed, "Son, that's how war is. You carried Xiao Shuanzi here, but can you carry him forever? Dig a shallow hole and bury him right here..."

"Where is Xiao Shuanzi from?"

Uncle Luo shook his head. "I picked him up. I don't know who his parents are or where his hometown is."

Chen Youdi burst into tears, “He’s suffered even more than me! I shouldn’t have laughed at him for being a coward, saying that even animals aren’t afraid. He’s a tough guy, a real tough guy. He dared to throw a grenade at me!”

Uncle Luo lit his pipe and said, "There's land. Kill a few more Japanese devils to avenge Xiao Shuanzi. Xiao Shuanzi won't blame you for having this kind of heart. Bury him. The Japanese devils will be coming up again soon."

The two went to the east side of the fortification, found a spot, and dug a shallow pit, just big enough for one person to lie down in.

Chen Youdi lay down to try it out, then got up and fixed the uneven parts.

After placing Xiao Shuanzi's body inside, Chen Youdi took out a piece of flatbread from his pocket, put it inside, and then covered it with soil.

"Little Shuanzi, I will definitely fight the Japanese devils more often to avenge you. I've memorized this place. After the war is over, I'll come and erect a monument for you. Every year after the wheat harvest, I'll come to see you! Little Shuanzi!"

At that moment, a messenger ran over from the other side of the position.

"Battalion Commander Zhang! Battalion Commander Zhang! Orders from Regiment Headquarters!"

Zhang Kedi felt extremely tired.

He not only had to command the battles, but also participate in the fighting on the front lines to boost the morale of the troops.

A person's energy is ultimately limited. At this moment, Zhang Kedi felt a burning pain in his throat, his head was spinning, and he felt nauseous due to lack of rest.

"Battalion Commander Zhang! The regimental headquarters has ordered us to cross the Tang River to the north at dawn and break out from there!"

Zhang Kedi asked in confusion, "The original plan was to head south after dawn to Mudaogou, so why are we heading north again? It'll be light by then, won't the Japanese catch up?"

The messenger shook his head. "I'm just relaying orders from above. Battalion Commander Zhang, to be honest, do you really think we can get through Mudaogou? It takes almost a day to get there from here. Even if the main force manages to break through, the Japanese will quickly reinforce there. At that time... crossing the Tang River to the north and then heading west might actually be the way to survive."

Zhang Kedi smiled. Whether he could survive or not, he no longer cared about it.

He only wished his comrades-in-arms could successfully break through Mudaogou and enter Tenglong Mountain as soon as possible!

"Battalion Commander! The Japanese are coming up again!"

The Japanese battalions that were fighting Zhang Kedi were also confused, as they were no longer receiving orders from Dingxian!

The captains discussed it and decided to charge again.

Their several battalions could take turns charging, but the enemy didn't seem to be able to take turns resting. With one side gaining strength and the other losing strength, they eventually wore the other down.

Those who take turns charging often have reduced combat effectiveness. The Japanese are afraid that their side will contribute more while their allies contribute less, so they hold back and don't fire mortars much.

This greatly reduced the pressure on Zhang Kedi's troops, especially since the newly assigned Third Company still had spare strength and was able to fight the Japanese to a standstill.

While the battle raged on here, an investigation was launched overnight at Dingxian Railway Station.

When Mizukawa Yoshio was involved in the incident, the Japanese soldiers and officers present were detained and forced to write down what happened.

Anyone whose account differs from Masaaki Otani's recollections should be arrested, questioned, and beaten.

For a time, the twenty-odd military police and assistants he brought were not enough, so Lin Ze asked Otani Masaaki to select some soldiers to participate in the interrogation work.

Having the men of the 26th Division interrogate the men of the 26th Division is also a good form of internal supervision.

For a time, the 26th Division headquarters was filled with howls and wailing.

One of the Japanese lieutenant colonels couldn't take it anymore and started cursing.

"You idiot! We risked our lives on the front lines, and who do you think you are, Lin Ze, to come here and interrogate us? Do you think we would kill Lord Mizukawa?! You've delayed our mission, who will take responsibility?!"

Lin Ze, while eating his late-night snack, looked up and asked, "What did he say? He killed Shuichuan?"

A military policeman standing nearby nodded. "That seems to be the case."

"What are you waiting for? The attack is working! Keep hitting! Damn it, you dare ask me who I am? I was sent by the General. You mean to ask the General who he is? I think you not only dare to harm Shuichuan, but you also want to harm the General!"

Seeing Colonel Lin's demeanor, no one dared to utter a sound when they were being beaten; they could only grit their teeth and endure it.

One of the officers was quick-witted and immediately shifted the blame to the lieutenant colonel who had just been yelling, "It was him! He was acting suspiciously, following behind Mizukawa-kun. It's very likely that he was the one who attacked Mizukawa-kun with the brick!"

"That's right, he's a spy for the Eighth Route Army!"

The lieutenant colonel was completely dumbfounded!

No? It seems like Lin Ze is the one who's causing us trouble, right? Why are you all taking it out on me?!

Lin Ze put the bowl aside, wiped his mouth, and said, "Well, those who want to identify someone, write a statement. Let me make this clear first: if you want to identify someone, your statements must be consistent. If your statements are inconsistent, then someone is definitely lying. If someone is lying, then we have to continue the interrogation."

As he spoke, Lin Ze led the military police out of the room, and the Japanese officers began to discuss among themselves, quickly finalizing the details and giving a frank account.

Otani Masaaki stood by, his heart pounding with fear.

Cruel officials, cruel officials!

No, this can't be called a cruel official, this is a demon!

With such a person by your side, how can the North China Area Army possibly fare well in the future?

Otani Masaaki shivered and said with a forced smile, "I had heard that Colonel Hayashi was very good at solving cases when I was in the military. Now that I see it, it is indeed true."

Lin Ze nodded. "He doesn't have any special talents, he's just better at finding hidden clues. Otani-kun, with Mizukawa dead, the 26th Division has a vacancy for a major general..."

Masaaki Otani felt his heart pounding wildly!

Yup!

This man is a favorite of Admiral Okamura; if he could say a few good words for us...

"Your Excellency, I truly admire your abilities. I will fulfill any order you give me without fail. I only ask that you guide me in a few ways, and I will gladly serve as your disciple!"

"Great! I like smart people like you!"