"Commander Chu, look, how many invisibility talismans can you draw in four days?" Division Commander Zhu asked Chu Wanwan with great anticipation.
“If we draw invisibility talismans, it will take about two thousand in four days!” Chu Wanwan said with a frown.
"Two thousand sheets? That's enough!" Commander Zhu said happily.
"Two thousand stealth soldiers against fifty thousand? Division commander, that won't do!" A brigade commander stepped forward and asked with a frown.
"Why not? Look!" Commander Zhu said, pointing to a black dot on the map. "This is an armory built by the enemy, defended by about five thousand men. Our two thousand soldiers can wipe them out without them even noticing."
The Japanese troops stationed nearby are in the same valley, about two kilometers apart. As long as we leave no survivors and act carefully and swiftly, they won't even notice when we've taken all the weapons from the armory.”
Commander Zhu's words made everyone present fall into deep thought. His plan sounded bold and risky, but it was also an excellent opportunity.
Using Chu Wanwan's Xuanmen Invisibility Talisman, they might actually be able to launch a surprise attack on that armory, catching the Japanese army off guard.
Moreover, the weapons and ammunition in that armory were enough to turn the more than 100,000 Eighth Route Army soldiers participating in the Yongzhou Campaign into the best troops.
The odds of winning the Battle of Yongzhou will be greatly increased...
“Division Commander, this plan is indeed feasible, but we must ensure that every detail is flawless,” another brigade commander said in a deep voice. He was clearly also attracted by the plan, but at the same time, he was aware of the enormous risks involved. If exposed, given the enemy's overwhelming numbers and superior weaponry, the 131st Division could very well be annihilated.
"I think we can split into four groups!" Si Mingye suddenly stood up and walked to the map. "One group can go first with our supplies and weapons, and can set off today. They should take all the slow-moving vehicles like oxcarts and horse-drawn carriages, so that the enemy can catch up and we won't be able to escape."
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.
Si Mingye then pointed to a small path outside the valley and said:
"The artillery and machine gun companies can be positioned here; this is the only passage to the armory. In case the operation is exposed, the artillery and machine gun fire can buy time for the enemy, giving us a chance to retreat."
Si Mingye traced a winding route on the map with his finger. "Most of our forces will be responsible for lying in ambush near the armory, waiting for our signal. Once we eliminate the enemy, they will immediately enter the armory and move weapons and ammunition!"
"The last force will consist of two thousand stealth soldiers led by Commander Chu and myself, who will launch a surprise attack on the armory. We'll use the invisibility talismans to quickly eliminate the guards and then signal you!"
Si Mingye's plan was detailed and meticulous, taking into account every detail, which impressed everyone present.
"Excellent plan!" Commander Zhu exclaimed. "Deputy Regimental Commander Si, I didn't expect you to have such a talent for leading troops. Very good, we'll do it your way!"
Commander Zhu looked at Si Mingye with admiration. He hadn't expected that the man before him, who looked to be only in his early twenties, would possess such strategic acumen. Such a promising talent was born to lead troops into battle.
If this mission succeeds, he will report Si Mingye and Chu Wanwan's achievements and strive for the honor and reward they deserve.
After all, during such an arduous and protracted period of resistance against Japan, it was extremely rare to have young talents like them who were both brave and resourceful.
"Everyone, go and rest first! Comrade Chu Wanwan, I'm entrusting the matter of the two thousand protective amulets to you!" Commander Zhu said with a smile.
"Okay! Mission accomplished!"
Chu Wanwan answered solemnly.
The next morning, a group of Eighth Route Army soldiers drove oxcarts and horse-drawn carts, fully loaded with supplies and weapons, and left first.
Meanwhile, Chu Wanwan sat in Commander Zhu's tent, drawing talismans every day. Commander Zhu had ordered that there be plenty of yellow paper and cinnabar prepared for her.
Chu Wanwan devoted herself wholeheartedly to drawing the invisibility talisman. Her technique was skillful and precise, and each stroke contained profound Xuanmen power.
As time went by, invisibility talismans gradually took shape in her hands.
At the same time, Si Mingye was also busy allocating troops and making final preparations before the battle.
He personally selected two thousand agile warriors from his own unit and taught them some methods of killing with short blades.
He also discussed the operational plan in detail with the commanders of the artillery and machine gun companies to ensure that the enemy could be dealt the greatest blow at the critical moment.
"Your main task is to slow down the enemy's advance, not to annihilate them. If you can't stop them, run for your lives! Once we hear the artillery fire cease, we will retreat as quickly as possible!"
Si Mingye instructed.
"Deputy Commander Si, we understand..."
...
Four days passed in the blink of an eye, and Chu Wanwan finally completed drawing two thousand invisibility talismans. These invisibility talismans were not only numerous, but each one also contained powerful Xuanmen energy, enough to allow soldiers to remain invisible on the battlefield for an hour, avoiding the enemy's sight.
On the night of the fifth day, the Eighth Route Army troops arrived silently near the armory.
Taking advantage of the cover of night and the terrain, they deployed their forces meticulously according to Si Mingye's plan.
The two thousand invisibility talismans drawn by Chu Wanwan were distributed to two thousand carefully selected warriors. These warriors wore the invisibility talismans and seemed to blend into the night, making even their breathing difficult to detect.
Si Mingye and Chu Wanwan led them toward the interior of the armory...
Meanwhile, the artillery and machine gun companies, as planned, bypassed the armory via a side path and positioned themselves along the only route from the valley to the armory. Their weapons were loaded and ammunition was plentiful, ready to deliver a fatal blow to the enemy at any moment.
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