Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 297 Brigade Commander's Experiences

"Commander, the Independent Regiment just sent someone to inform us that their commander has arrived at the Independent Regiment headquarters."

"Commander Li Yunfei asked us what the next steps were so he could report the itinerary to the higher-ups," Zhang Haoshan reported as he walked over.

"That's great!" Tang Weiguo slapped his thigh with joy upon hearing the good news.

Now, all of our first batch of trained officers at various levels are in place, right?

"Yes, everyone is in place."

"Alright, then inform Commander Li and have him tell their superior that I will personally invite them over tomorrow."

"Yes."

"In addition, inform Niu Dali to have his reconnaissance regiment start operations immediately to ensure the safety of both sides of the road from the division headquarters to the independent regiment headquarters."

"Tell Niu Dali to tell me the sex of even the birds that fly by."

"Yes."

"Also, early tomorrow morning, a few of us will head to the Independent Regiment headquarters to meet our distinguished guests."

"Yes."

"Also, inform Sun Qiang that his intelligence department must ensure the secrecy of this operation and prevent any information from leaking out."

"This training course is classified as a top secret by our independent division."

Upon hearing Tang Weiguo's words, Zhang Haoshan's expression turned solemn, and he nodded earnestly.

"Yes, I understand, I'll arrange it immediately."

After saying that, Zhang Haoshan left.

After watching Zhang Haoshan leave, Tang Weiguo paced back and forth excitedly.

"Wow, I'll get to meet those historical figures tomorrow!"

What should we talk about when we meet tomorrow?

A flood of thoughts rushed through Tang Weiguo's mind.

While Tang Weiguo was struggling with his decision, Li Yunfei, along with his division commander and some others, arrived at the army's mess hall.

"Old Wu, is the food ready?" Li Yunfei shouted as soon as he came in.

"Commander, the commander is ready." A man who looked to be in his forties, wearing a white apron and with a weathered face, walked out of the house.

She was wiping her apron with her hands as she walked.

"Gentlemen, please come in. The food is ready. Eat while it's hot," Old Wu hurriedly greeted them.

As he spoke, Li Yunfei led the leader and his entourage into the house.

The room was filled with four tables, each with a bowl of white porridge, a basket of cornbread, and a large bowl of eggs.

After the division commander and others took their seats.

The brigade commander looked at the breakfast on the table and said somewhat angrily.

"Li Yunfei, I told you not to give special treatment. What are you doing? And there are eggs too."

"Well, you really don't take my words seriously," the brigade commander said, somewhat angrily.

Upon hearing what the brigade commander said, Li Yunfei quickly explained.

"Brigade Commander, you've really wronged me."

"This is what the soldiers eat every day."

"To ensure the soldiers' nutrition, each soldier was given an egg every three days."

"Brigade Commander, if you don't believe me, ask the Political Commissar," Li Yunfei said, sounding somewhat aggrieved.

"Is that how it is, Political Commissar Zhao?" the brigade commander asked Zhao Xiaogang, turning to him.

The brigade commander knew that Zhao Xiaogang was not one to lie.

"Yes, brigade commander, the regimental commander is right, this is what the soldiers usually eat."

"In order to ensure the combat effectiveness of our soldiers, our Independent Regiment tries its best to ensure their daily diet."

"Basically, in the morning, I eat white porridge made with cornmeal and rice."

"We guarantee a supply of steamed buns for all three meals a day."

"However, our independent regiment's funding is still limited at present, and the steamed buns are still made with a mixture of cornmeal and wheat flour."

After hearing Zhao Xiaogang's words, the division commander and brigade commander looked shocked.

"I never expected the Independent Regiment to develop so well!"

"Well, Li Yunfei, I didn't expect you to develop the Independent Regiment like this after I handed it over to you."

"This is unique to our brigade, not just our division."

"Even the food at the brigade headquarters isn't as good as what you guys eat."

"Brigade Commander, I've been handing in plenty of supplies over there. Just last week I handed in two truckloads of canned beef!"

"Alright, alright, we all know your Independent Regiment is generous."

"I've given all the supplies you sent to the hospital to help the wounded get better nutrition."

"Everyone, let's eat!" the brigade commander urged.

"Everyone, hurry back and eat!"

Seeing that the commander had said so, everyone began to eat.

"Division Commander, Brigade Commander, have some eggs, make sure you get some nutrition." Li Yunfei warmly handed them the eggs he and the political commissar had.

"Commander, brigade commander, the food for our independent regiment in Wolong Mountain is only so-so."

"You'll only know what a landlord or rich man is when you get to the Independent Brigade."

"They have eggs every day, white flour steamed buns every day, and a meat dish every day."

"Old Li of ours used to be a radiant, healthy man there," Li Yunfei said nostalgically.

"Now that you say that, I'm even more interested in this unit, especially their brigade commander, Tang Weiguo."

"Brigade Commander, I have already sent someone to inform them, and now we are just waiting for them to arrange a time."

"it is good."

"Commander, Brigade Commander, after you've finished eating, I'd like to take you somewhere to visit," Li Yunfei said with a smile.

"Do you have something good to tell us?"

"Commander, keep it a secret for now."

"Okay, let me see what you're talking about."

After breakfast, Li Yunfei led the group to a heavily guarded courtyard.

"Hey Li Yunfei, what are you up to?"

"Why make such a big fuss?" the brigade commander asked.

"Brigade Commander, please look." Li Yunfei said, pushing open the room door.

The brigade commander looked closely and saw that the room was filled with weapons and equipment.

It looks like at least half a group's worth of equipment.

"Is this the equipment the Independent Brigade mentioned?" the brigade commander asked incredulously.

"That's right, the Independent Brigade has already delivered this batch of equipment."

"The Independent Brigade, what heroes they are!" the brigade commander exclaimed.

At that moment, the brigade commander's doubts about the independent brigade's promises completely vanished.

"Moreover, this batch of weapons is in very good condition; it's not equipment that the Nationalist government gave us."

As he spoke, Li Yunfei casually took out a Type 65 rifle made in Shanxi.

"Brigade Commander, look." Li Yunfei said, handing over the gun.

The brigade commander took it and checked it over.

"The quality is excellent."

"The Independent Brigade is showing such sincerity. Commander, it seems we really need to bring something substantial this time," the brigade commander said with a smile.

Looking at the room full of equipment, the division commander said.

"Yes."

"With this equipment, we can now field two elite units," the division commander said with a smile.

“That’s right, this will greatly improve the situation in our base area,” the brigade commander continued.

"Li Yunfei, you've done a great job this time," the brigade commander said with a smile.

"Brigade Commander, let's make a deal. How about you leave me half a regiment's worth of equipment?" Li Yunfei said with a fawning smile.

"Get lost. You already have so much equipment, why are you still thinking about this?" The brigade commander glared at Li Yunfei.

"Fine, I won't give it to you then." Li Yunfei turned his head away.

"Hahaha." The division commander and the brigade commander exchanged a smile.