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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1369 Buying Time for the Japanese

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    As soon as Tang Qiuli finished speaking, Stilwell's heart immediately reached his throat, his face changed color, but he felt relieved, "That's it, there is no bargaining, this is not in line with Tang Qiuli's personality, his  The small request should be an opportunity for the lion to open his mouth and give himself a hard blow." Thinking of this, the little guilt in Stilwell's heart disappeared.

    The changes in Stilwell's expression all fell in Tang Qiuli's eyes. To be honest, if he didn't buy time for the Japanese, he wouldn't mind ruthlessly killing the Americans, even if they ended up unhappy because of it.  If things fall apart, nothing will be lost. Anyway, not much will be gained, and nothing will be lost if nothing is gained.

    Tang Qiuli said slowly: "My request is very simple. The weapons and equipment of the five divisions must be delivered to my troops within one month. Also, my troops must launch an attack within five."  More than a month later, at the end of August, these two requirements were met, and I immediately started preparing for the battle!"

    Stilwell agreed to the first request without thinking. It was originally a candy given to the Chinese. For the second request, Stilwell realized that things were not that simple out of military sensitivity and vigilance.  In a few months, who knows how the situation will change. Maybe the Japanese have already taken action?

    Stilwell was not Tang Qiuli's boss, and he had no authority to command the First Division troops. From the perspective of the Allied China and South Pacific regional headquarters, his status as chief of staff was still that of Second Deputy Commander-in-Chief Tang Qiu.  Under the separation, he did not dare to directly question Tang Qiuli's request. This angered this important Chinese who could influence the situation in Southeast Asia. He turned his back on the spot and refused to send troops. He could not get anything and could only return empty-handed.

    Therefore, Stilwell could only reject Tang Qiuli's request tactfully and in the form of suggestions.  He pretended to be serious and said: "General Tang, you know the current situation better than I do. The Japanese are entrenched in Singapore. They are always a hidden danger. In five months, the Japanese can reorganize an army on the mainland. Once there,  At that time, the general's troops will inevitably bear the brunt of the attack. Therefore, I think that the preparation time for the battle is two months, that is, launching the attack before the end of April. Of course, this is my personal suggestion.  For reference only. Please let General Tang decide the specific time."

    Tang Qiuli thought to himself: "The Japanese will definitely take action, but the target is you Americans, so I'm not in a hurry." Of course, he still had to work hard to save face. His face sank, and he looked at Shi Shi with bright eyes.  Diwei burst out with anger.

    ??????? Stilwell muttered that something was not good, it seemed.  The Chinese man wanted to show off his power and was about to explain a few words to save the situation, but Tang Qiuli waved his hand roughly, interrupting what he was about to say and the atmosphere in the room.  Suddenly nervous.

    After a while, Tang Qiuli gradually calmed down his anger, his face returned to normal, but his tone was extremely stern and he said: "General Stilwell, you are a soldier, and you also serve as the chief of staff of the Allied Forces Headquarters. Regarding the Indochina Peninsula,  A series of battles that took place, I know very well that since our ** Division troops entered Myanmar, they have experienced a series of battles. They have used their own efforts to fight against the two Japanese dispatched troops. The troops have always been in combat mode and have never been rested. Presumably  Do you understand?"

    This is the truth. While the Japanese troops were fighting desperately against the Japanese in Indochina, the Americans stood still. Moreover, MacArthur was still secretly flirting with the Japanese, stumbling upon Tang Qiuli's troops.  Son, Stilwell knew better than anyone that he had nothing to say.

    Tang Qiuli continued: "Especially in the Battle of Yangon, the Japanese army under Ito received reinforcements from the sea, land and air forces, which caused our ** Division troops to suffer great losses when they conquered Yangon. All the regiments  The reduction has almost reached more than one-third. As for the reason why the Japanese troops trapped in the isolated city can receive external reinforcements, General, you won¡¯t tell me that you don¡¯t know?¡±

    Stilwell knew the reason. Apart from MacArthur, who did no good things, Stilwell knew the reason best. To put it bluntly, the Americans let go and allowed the Japanese Navy's Third Fleet and four first-class army divisions to do so.  , swaggering through the Strait of Malacca without any form of resistance. As an Allied force, MacArthur went too far.

    However, Stilwell could say these words to Tang Qiuli. Obviously he couldn't. Tang Qiuli seemed to be complaining, and he could only listen. Tang Qiuli continued: "You are also a general, you know  How difficult is the preparation work before launching a major battle? From the adjustment and mobilization of hundreds of thousands of troops to the replenishment of supplies and equipment, it cannot be completed in less than half a year. The five months I mentioned are still  It¡¯s ahead of schedule, not to mention that my troops have just finished a big battle.¡±

    Looking at Stilwell who had fallen into a semi-petrified state, Tang Qiuli softened his tone and said, "What if??Without considering the overall interests of the Allies and the dangerous situation facing the US military, I will never launch an attack hastily without adequate preparation. At this point, no one can influence me.  Qiu Li, including the Allied Forces Headquarters, I will not joke with the lives of my soldiers.  "

    Speaking to this extent, Stilwell finally understood that this was Tang Qiuli's final bottom line. People didn't take it seriously if they were equipped or not. To put it clearly, my army is a tired army and must be given.  Time to catch your breath, right?  If I persist any longer, I'm afraid the two will really fall apart, and I won't be able to get anything out of it.

    Stilwell sighed, what is confidence? This is confidence. Having soldiers in hand is confidence. If you insist on your own opinion, you will be a fool that even God will not forgive. He hurriedly said: "General Tang, you  I understand the situation and will implement it according to your timetable. I will respond to the Allied Forces Headquarters truthfully according to the specific situation. "

    Tang Qiuli almost burst out laughing in his heart, "What an Allied headquarters, it's bullshit. Why don't you go back and talk to that old guy MacArthur? He has already defeated the Americans. The rest depends on the Japanese."  Is the action fast enough? In five months, the Americans will not prepare for war because they have received their own commitment. I hope the Japanese will not let themselves down. "

    On the Tiger Shark Operation Plan, Tang Qiuli signed his name with open teeth and claws. Stilwell was relieved and put it away carefully. He did not want to stay in Yangon for even a minute and declined Tang Qiuli's kindness.  He immediately rushed to the airport and returned to Manila to resume his duties. He brought back what MacArthur wanted and what Tang Qiuli wanted to give.

    Looking at Stilwell's hurried figure, Tang Qiuli finally couldn't help laughing. The Americans fell into his delaying strategy, and the Japanese fell into their alienation plan. Southeast Asia was going to be lively. Stilwell thought that he  Once you sign, it's a done deal and you can't go back on it. As everyone knows, the Operation Tiger Shark plan that the Japanese saw was not signed by them. That is to say, it is a unilateral plan by the Americans who want to kill the Japanese. It has nothing to do with them.  ?

    After ruthlessly showing off to the Americans, Tang Qiuli felt extremely comfortable and happily drove back to the division headquarters. When he arrived at the gate, he found that there were dozens of various vehicles parked in the square in front of the division headquarters.  With such a small car, it was obvious that Brother Qiu Sheng was not holding a meeting of the Military Control Commission. He was working in another location, two streets away!

    Tang Qiuli couldn't help but wonder. He asked a special guard to inquire about the situation. After a while, the special guard ran back. When he arrived in front of the car, he stood at attention and saluted, "Report to the division commander, the situation is clear. It is the chief executive of the Burmese National Founding Committee."  Members, come to see Deputy Director Tang, and Mr. Murong Bowang, the president of the Yangon Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, and the main members of the General Chamber of Commerce have also arrived at the teacher's command, and Deputy Director Tang is receiving them. "

    Tang Qiuli frowned, this guessing Weng Song is getting more and more hilarious. Today they are here to force the palace. What is strange is that Mr. Murong Bowang and the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce will get involved in this?  Could it be that the two families are together?

    Shanhu looked back at Tang Qiuli and said, "Sir, should we avoid it first, and then communicate with Brother Qiu Sheng to understand the situation and then make plans?" Tang Qiuli shook his head and said, "No, it's always boils.  We have no reason to avoid seeing him. I want to know who Guess Weng Song is. Is he a fool? Drive directly to the reception room!" He ordered the driver to come.

    As soon as he arrived at the corridor of the reception room, he heard a lot of noise in the room. There were people talking in Chinese and local languages. They seemed to be arguing about something. The noise was like a vegetable market. Tang Qiuli felt uncomfortable listening to it.  It's comfortable, it's really lawless, there are no rules, what do you think of my ** division headquarters, a vegetable market or a bar?

    He pushed the door open and went in. There was a lot of movement. There were more than two hundred people in the room. Why were there reporters?  They all turned around and looked in surprise at this young general with a serious face, a heroic spirit, and a high head. They couldn't figure out who this person was, since he dared to directly barge into such an important occasion.

    Deputy Division Commander Tang Qiusheng, Chief of Staff Yang Ketian, and several other officers who were sitting at the front desk saw the division commander coming, and they all stood up and saluted, "Hello, division commander!" After Tang Qiuli returned the salute, he sat down on the main seat with a big sting.  After taking a look at Tang Qiusheng and noticing the anger and helplessness in Brother Qiusheng's eyes, he roughly understood what was going on.

    This group of people must be making unreasonable troubles and making confusing noises. And Brother Qiusheng's other identity is the director of the Yangon Military Control Commission. It is reasonable for these people to find him. Looking at his menacing appearance, there is a lot of reason.  The attitude of coming to the door!

    Tang Qiuli was already angry before he spoke. He besieged the deputy division commander of the ** division, the director of the Yangon Military Control Commission, and the commander of a corps with more than 200,000 troops. Who gave these people the courage?
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