Four days later, 15,000 men drawn from the Zhili Militia Corps arrived in Yunzhong City.
Along with them came thousands of carts of grain, supplies, and provisions.
These were all transported from the capital.
Today's militia forces are not only a third-tier military force, but have also become an important member of the logistics and material transportation system.
As the truckloads of supplies entered Cloud City, Mu Yunyan wore a gratified smile.
"Commander,"
At this moment, a staff officer led a middle-aged man in his forties over and said, "This is Yang Chengbo, the commander-in-chief sent by the Zhili Militia Corps. Commander Yang, this is Commander Mu of the Northern Military Region!"
"Greetings, Commander Mu!"
Yang Chengbo quickly gave a military salute.
Although he was just a member of the militia, Yang Chengbo's military salute was exactly the same as that of the Da Ganjun, on par with them.
"Hello, Captain Yang!"
Mu Yunyan nodded slightly and said, "You must have had a long journey!"
"Commander Mu, you flatter me. This is all for His Majesty's sake. There's no need to say it's hard work."
Yang Chengbo replied with a smile, "Besides, we militia members also receive military pay; these are all part of our duties!"
"good!"
Mu Yunyan nodded and said, "Let's go, it's windy outside, let's go back to the main tent."
Upon entering the main tent, Zhang Le, commander of the 4th Cavalry Division, Wang Qinggu, commander of the 6th Infantry Division, and others had already arrived.
After introducing themselves, everyone took their seats.
"Gentlemen,"
Looking at everyone present, Mu Yunyan said, "We are all key figures in Cloud City, especially after Captain Yang's arrival, our Northern Military Region has also made further arrangements. Therefore, I need to make some arrangements for the next steps."
As he spoke, Mu Yunyan looked at Yang Chengbo and said, "Captain Yang, before your arrival, we had already decided that the 4th Cavalry Division and the 6th Infantry Division would continue north to clear out the remaining enemy forces on the grasslands. As for Yunzhong City, the prisoners, grassland bandits, and civilians within the city, we'll leave the management of your militia column to you. Captain Yang, you were transferred from Zhili Province to Yunzhong City, so your abilities are undoubtedly excellent. Therefore, I've decided that you will be in charge of military control of Yunzhong City!"
"Rest assured, Commander Mu!"
Yang Chengbo quickly stood up and made his statement.
"Sit down, sit down."
After gesturing for Yang Chengbo to sit down, Mu Yunyan continued, "This Cloud City is geographically extremely important. To the north lies the Great Green Mountain, and to the southwest flows a large river. This place is not only a necessary passage for Xuanfu, Datong, and other places to enter and exit the grasslands, but also a majestic city guarding the grasslands!"
"In addition, our Northern Military Region's logistical supplies will also be stored in Cloud City, so I don't need to say more about the importance of this place."
Hearing Mu Yunyan's words, Yang Chengbo nodded repeatedly and said, "This subordinate understands!"
"Um."
Mu Yunyan nodded and continued, "During this period, the earthen walls of Yunzhong City have been basically completed, and the trench system outside the city has also been prepared. According to the training standards of the militia, after being equipped with new weapons, we are confident in defending Yunzhong City."
"but,"
Mu Yunyan continued, "To be on the safe side, I plan to transfer an artillery battalion and a machine gun battalion from the 4th Infantry Division to garrison Yunzhong City and assist your militia in its defense. This way, we can respond promptly should we encounter any attacks from grassland bandits."
"Thank you, Commander Mu!"
Yang Chengbo quickly expressed his gratitude.
After completing the deployment in Cloud City, Mu Yunyan, Zhang Le, Wang Qinggu, and others returned to their respective units and began the handover process with Yang Chengbo's militia.
Handing over city defenses, prisoners of war, and warehouse management.
By the time these tasks were completed, it was already evening of the next day.
Meanwhile, each unit received weapons, equipment, and logistical supplies from the warehouse and began final preparations.
Early the next morning, the 4th Cavalry Division and the 6th Infantry Division left Yunzhong City and headed north.
Mu Yunyan, commander of the Northern Military Region, also moved along with the Sixth Infantry Division.
After Mu Yunyan and the others left Yunzhong City, it was taken over by Yang Chengbo.
Looking at the city standing on the grassland, Yang Chengbo took a deep breath.
The city in the clouds is surrounded by grasslands, with the majestic Daqingshan Mountains standing tall to the north.
The dense weeds grew wildly.
Looking at the city, Yang Chengbo also made a plan.
To expand Cloud City, it is necessary to build cement kilns and brick kilns, and to repair and reinforce Cloud City.
And many people in the militia also do these things.
Therefore, Yang Chengbo instructed a group of people to go to the vicinity of Daqingshan in the north to find a suitable place to build a cement kiln.
In addition, brick kilns were built outside Yunzhong City to begin firing bricks and tiles.
In addition to these tasks, Yang Chengbo also instructed some members of the militia to check the land conditions on the surrounding grasslands.
Since they intend to stay here permanently, herding is naturally not the first choice.
If the surrounding wasteland could be reclaimed and cultivated, this place would become a true logistics base!
Everything is proceeding smoothly and in an orderly manner.
Fortunately, it wasn't long before the militia members discovered that the surrounding land was fertile and had abundant water and grass, making it a rare piece of good farmland!
After making this discovery, Yang Chengbo also ordered some members of the militia team, along with some captured grassland bandits, to begin reclaiming wasteland in the surrounding area.
It's already late April. Although spring planting is a bit late, there should still be some harvest.
While these tasks were being carried out simultaneously, the artillery and machine gun battalions had already set up artillery and machine guns in the earthen walls and trenches.
The soldiers of the entire artillery and machine gun battalions did not relax in the slightest. Even though there was no enemy activity outside Yunzhong City, they were fully armed and ready for battle.
Looking at the spirited main combat troops, Yang Chengbo had a bright smile on his face.
This is what a soldier should look like!
When my son grows up, I'm going to send him to the army!
While thinking about this, Yang Chengbo went to the position to check the situation.
Looking at the militia members, Yang Chengbo instructed, "Brothers of the artillery and machine gun battalions, you are the main fighting forces of our Great Gan Kingdom, and your combat strength is very strong. Therefore, in terms of combat, we must learn from our brother units and obey their commands. Do you understand? If I find any unit that dares to have a conflict with our brother units, I, Yang Chengbo, will not let you off! Remember that?"
"I've got it!"
The militia members in the trenches responded.
"Speak louder!"
"I've got it!"
The voice also became much higher-pitched.
In just a few days, everything in Cloud City has gradually gotten back on track.
Meanwhile, appointment notices also arrived from the cabinet in the capital.
The militia brigade under Yang Chengbo was renamed the Yunzhong Militia Brigade, and Yang Chengbo continued to serve as the brigade commander, responsible for guarding Yunzhong City.
At the same time, the cabinet also dispatched some technicians and workers to Cloud City to assist in the construction of cement kilns and brick kilns.
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