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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1094 It¡¯s not yet ready

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    Chapter 1094: Not yet ready

    Alexander, Stilwell and Chen Cheng settled down in Tengchong, anxiously waiting for Tang Qiuli's return. Now, Alexander didn't even have the courage to leave. Most of the cruel words he said to Chen Cheng were inflicted on Chen Cheng.  Pressure, trying to use the National Government to put tremendous pressure on Tang Qiuli to achieve his goals.  .

    Alexander, who was desperate and anxious, urged Chen Cheng countless times a day. Chen Cheng had to call Chang Feng again and again to ask about Tang Qiuli's whereabouts. Chang Feng gave the same answer every time. The division commander had received the telegram.  On the way back to Tengchong, Tang, who was regarded as the savior of hundreds of thousands of British soldiers in Myanmar, was in Tengchong County, with his wife Mei Xue and a special guard, leisurely traveling around the mountains and rivers every day.

    Tang Qiuli was interested in exploring all the large and small scenic spots near Tengchong, and even the remote mountains and old forests. It was a rare leisure time, accompanied by his beloved wife and brothers. When he was tired from playing, he would sit in the green trees surrounded by  , beside the gurgling stream, they lit bonfires and barbecued game. They also had a rare poetry boom and wrote several masterpieces that made Mei Xue chuckle.

    When it comes to the level of ancient Chinese, Tang Qiuli, a person who traveled from modern times, is not far behind Mei Xue, who has received a strict private school education since childhood, so much so that Mei Xue said to him "Qiu" when no one was around.  "Li, let me take care of your poems alone." The implication is, Mr. Tang, don't embarrass yourself with this thing.

    Tang Qiuli didn't care, as if he didn't hear his wife's teasing words, but said boldly: "Xue'er, you must record it and keep it as our family heirloom in the future, so that the children can also see his father.  "My literary talent," Mei Xue couldn't help but be stunned, muttering to herself, "If you leave this level to your children, don't teach my children bad things."

    Thinking of the child, he suddenly blushed, and then glared at Tang Qiuli for a few times. He was helpless against someone's narcissism. When Chang Feng went into the mountain to find Tang Qiuli, it was already a day later.  Seeing the smoke rising from the kitchen and the aroma of game roasting on the fire, the division commander sitting cross-legged and several special guards busy in front and back, he couldn't help but smile and feel pity for Alexander.  .

    Seeing Chang Feng coming, Tang Qiuli raised his hand and greeted: "Chang Feng, it's better to come early than to come by chance. Sit down quickly. This hare has just been roasted. How about you try my craftsmanship?" Chang Feng was attracted by this relaxed and comfortable way.  Infected by the scene, I put aside all the questions in my mind and started eating, praising the food while eating.

    Tang Qiuli asked casually: "How is the guest's mood?" Chang Feng answered more simply, just four words: "I'm anxious," Tang Qiuli laughed and said: "That's right, the situation in Mandalay  "How about that?" Chang Feng put down the rabbit leg, paused for a moment, and replied thoughtfully: "According to the information from the Intelligence Department, the two leading Japanese troops arrived at Taunggyi, southeast of Mandalay, and at the dense iron control area due south.  In two days, we can force ourselves into the outskirts of Mandalay.¡±

    Tang Qiuli dealt with the game without raising his head, and then asked: "How did the British in Mandalay react?" Chang Feng shook his head and said in disbelief: "Commander, I really don't understand, Taunggyi and  The dense railway control is the first security barrier in southern Mandalay. The terrain is complex and is the most conducive area to establish a blocking line. However, the British army did not release a single soldier in the two places, and the Japanese army did not fire a shot.  Through this, there are no such good terrain conditions to the north. What are the British thinking? "

    Tang Qiuli smiled coldly and seemed to be answering Chang Feng's question. He seemed to be saying to himself, "The British core policy in Indochina is to avoid war and conserve strength as much as possible so that we Chinese and Japan can compete with each other."  When people fight face to face, it is best for both sides to suffer losses. When the time comes, the British will be able to recover the lost territory without any effort when they leave Imphal in eastern India. This is also the usual practice of the British. "

    Chang Feng nodded with deep understanding, and then said: "The British plan to let us cover the westward retreat to India and block the Japanese invasion from the north. On the Burma battlefield, the British army's combat effectiveness and fighting will are already at an extremely low ebb.  "The soldiers are disorganized and have no fighting spirit. It seems that there is no hope at all. The British army can help us share some of the pressure. We are lucky if it does not help us," he seemed to be feeling quite emotional.  .

    Tang Qiuli looked at Chang Feng strangely and said, "Chang Feng, how could you expect the British to help? This is undesirable. Remember, once our troops enter Myanmar to fight, they should not fight with the British."  There is any form of cooperation, adhere to the principle of independence and independence in combat, and do not believe in any allies. They can be betrayed in the face of interests, especially the European powers. You have nothing to do with the matter of Alexander putting down your body and going to Tengchong in person.  Do you smell a conspiracy? Not long ago, he was uniting with the Japanese to deal with us!"

    Tang Qiuli¡¯s words are by no means groundless.??Historically, when the Chinese Expeditionary Force entered Myanmar to fight, most of the battles were to cover the British army's westward withdrawal from India. Even in the main defensive areas, thousands of British troops were defending together, leaving behind the Chinese troops.  Without saying hello and escaping overnight, the Japanese army passed through the positions abandoned by the British army and encircled the Chinese Army many times. The losses suffered by the Chinese Expeditionary Force are often seen in historical records.

    Chang Feng felt a little ashamed. The teacher rarely used such words, although not harsh, but very meaningful, to talk about himself. He fell into thinking. Tang Qiuli did not speak anymore, giving him some time to digest. In fact,  , did not travel from later generations, Tang Qiuli may not have a more thorough understanding of the British practices in Burma than Chang Feng. This is the benefit of being a man of two generations.

    Chang Feng returned to Tengchong County with a sense of realization and shock, and continued to make excuses with Alexander and the others. Before leaving, Chang Feng asked Tang Qiuli, "Master, how should I reply to Chen Cheng's constant inquiries? Should I give them a clear answer?"  meeting date?¡±

    Tang Qiuli said calmly: "Tell Chen Cheng that I am on my way back to Tengchong and don't give them a clear time. Also, the time is not yet ripe to meet with the British and Americans. Alexander is in Mandalay."  The military strength has not been exhausted by the Japanese to the point of collapse. If we meet too early, we will not achieve the best effect. It is estimated that it will be soon. When the Japanese army beat the British until they vomited blood, that is when I met them. How much  Pay attention to the situation in Mandalay."

    Another two days passed, and Chen Cheng was almost driven crazy by Alexander. Alexander didn't dare to find Chang Feng, so he grabbed Chen Cheng. Chen Cheng didn't dare to lose his temper with Chang Feng, let alone urge Tang Qiuli.  A figure that even Chairman Chiang Kai-shek could not afford to offend, Chen Cheng was a heavyweight in the Chongqing government, but when he arrived in Tengchong, he became the little daughter-in-law who suffered from both sides. In a few days, he lost a lot of weight.

    On the third day, the situation in Myanmar changed. The leading troops of the two divisions on the left and right wings of the Japanese army approached the line from Yegan to Indo, less than 50 kilometers away from Mandalay.  The more than 100,000 British Burmese troops were in chaos. Major General Francis, the British Chief of Staff in Mandalay, hurriedly dispatched the 11th Mechanized Infantry Division, the 14th Light Infantry Division, and the 5th, 6th and 6th British Burmese Army.  The 9th Mixed Brigade, the 3rd and 4th British Tank Regiments, formed the Yegan and Indo defense clusters.

    These were the most elite troops among all the British troops concentrated in Mandalay. They were also Alexander's last assets. They were used as the vanguard of the entire army when preparing to withdraw westward from India. They faced the most danger in Mandalay.  At that time, Francis disobeyed Alexander's orders and sent the last bit of his family wealth to the front line.

    Francis first sent out troops and then reported to Alexander. After what time, he still had to keep a hand. Francis was very dissatisfied with Alexander's approach. If Ye'an and Indo were occupied by the Japanese army, Mandalay would lose the last line and could barely use it.  On the defensive front, the Japanese could reach the gates of Mandalay in less than half a day with just one charge.

    After receiving the telegram from Francis, Alexander jumped up like a cat whose tail was stepped on and shouted loudly at Chen Cheng, "General Chen, the Japanese army has approached Ye'an and Indo, which are only fifty kilometers away from Mandalay. If  Tang Qiuli will not send troops to Burma to participate in the battle against the Japanese, which will cause the British army to suffer heavy losses and Burma to fall. You Chinese must bear all the responsibilities!"

    The clay figurine is still very angry. Chen Cheng is urged and questioned by Alexander every day, and Chang Feng plays Tai Chi and push hands without any yin or yang. He has long been exhausted and exhausted. The feeling of being caught in the middle is definitely uncomfortable. Now, Alexander is starting to lose his temper.  , Chen Cheng could no longer suppress his anger and stood up with his eyes widened.

    He shouted with a voice higher than Alexander: "General, let me remind you that the power to send troops is in the hands of Vice Chairman Tang. Even if Vice Chairman Tang immediately sends troops to reach Mandalay, it will take at least four  For more than three days, shouldn't the more than 400,000 British troops stationed in Mandalay do something during this period? Just watch the Japanese troops march towards Mandalay as if they were in an uninhabited country.  , Do you have to wait until our ** team to block and defend? "

    Alexander opened his blue eyes wide and looked at Chen Cheng, who had his neck stiffened and his eyes widened. He shook his head in disbelief. This Chinese general, who had always been submissive, was uncharacteristically yelling at him today. He couldn't help but feel arrogant.  He restrained himself a lot. Frankly speaking, Alexander couldn't answer Chen Cheng's pressing questions.

    You can't tell Chen Cheng clearly that our army of the British Empire is preparing to withdraw to India, and your ** troops are covering our retreat. Alexander was furious, but he couldn't find the right words to refute Chen Cheng. Chen Cheng showed no weakness.  , the two of them were like fighting cocks, refusing to give in and glaring at each other.

    In the end, Stilwell became the peacemaker, anyway.The two of them were living together, and Tang Qiuli had not yet shown up. Bad news came from Mandalay. The British-Burmese army Yegan and Indo defense clusters sent by Francis to block the Japanese army were eaten up as soon as they exchanged fire with the Japanese vanguard.  A big defeat.

    (To be continued)

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