190 Johor Bahru Crisis
Although I was not satisfied with the conditions of the Hewan Defense Line, Eilena and the Communist Party had no choice. They ordered the soldiers to establish the defense line as quickly as possible and began to mobilize the people from the People's Livelihood Bureau and the Public Security Bureau to retreat the new farmers in the western part of the Eilena Plain. This should have been a huge project, but because when the whole mobilized, many new farmers joined the newly formed Militia Division, the number of people needed to be evacuated was not as many as expected. Moreover, when the troops retreated from the Luoshan Pass, Sinke Warren had arranged a
Some soldiers gathered new farmers who lived on the plains, and many of them retreated to the Hewan area with the large army. These peasants needed manpower to see the defense line, and many of them took the initiative to stay and help establish the defense line. Some farmers also brought their own kitchen knives, sickles, rake heads and other things to ask for participation in the defense. Garance Warren and Caribbe Warren discussed it and also organized these farmers into the reserve team, intending to put them on the battlefield when they had no choice. Before that, they will mainly use them to build the Hewan defense line.
"This line of defense cannot be defended for a long time." Daisy and the comrades of the council simply patrolled the line of defense as quickly as possible, and then came to the conclusion, "We are not large enough, and although we have the advantage of weapons, it is not enough to change the situation of the battle. To defend here is to fight the enemy's life, we can't fight."
"If you give up here, you can only rely on Liuyin River to defend." Garrons proposed another idea they had discussed before, "But Liuyin River is not difficult to cross. The river here is smooth, and even if you give up the west of the river bay, the defensive pressure is still very high."
"But we will have more time." Daisy knew that she was not a military expert, but she still had her own clear opinions. "Two, I don't know much about war. I just think it would be a pity for these soldiers and new farmers we have worked hard to cultivate here. Gastens's letter also said that people are the most precious. If people die, our revolution will really not be passed on!"
"It makes sense," Garrons fell into a tangle. As Daisy said, in the western defense line of the river bend, which was not completed and had no terrain advantage, it would be a more arduous battle than the defense battle at the intersection of the Loshan Road. With Elena's current military strength, it is likely to suffer heavy losses. On the contrary, if the enemy can build a defense line based on the Willow River, it will take one or two days for the enemy to cross the river. If they can drag these two days, Gastenth should be able to come back. As long as Gastenth comes back, whether it is going up the mountain to fight guerrillas or fighting with the enemy here, everyone will feel much more at ease.
“Retreat east of Liuyin River can indeed delay a longer time…”
Kareb was also thinking about this, "Otherwise, we will give up to the west of the river bank and retreat to the east of the river bank?"
Several main responsible persons did not say anything. The construction of the defense line west of the river bank has not been completed, and the losses are still controllable if they retreat. However, the earth, rock and iron shields moved to the west of the river bank may have to be handed over to those who have been handed over.
"And food..."
Sinke muttered. The farmland area in the west of Elena is more than half of Elena's total farmland area. If the west is lost, Elena's grain output this year may have problems.
"Let's talk about the food matter later," Daisy made up her mind, "We must withdraw the defense line east of Liuyin River. However, the current western position cannot be given up. We must ensure that the peasant brothers cross the river, ensure that the wounded soldiers and women cross the river, and when everyone withdraws, the troops will retreat again!"
"good!"
No one disagrees with Daisy's proposal. Based on this, more detailed orders were formulated and conveyed one by one. The troops and peasants in the western part of the river bank began to rescue personnel and supplies in accordance with the latest spirit of the Communist Party's council, while preparing to deal with the first wave of attacks by the enemy.
And just when Daisy felt that they had finally found a feasible path that could temporarily stop the enemy from going deeper and she could take a little rest, the news from Xinshan Pass made her nerves tense up again.
Prince Eliot's troops, the three guards gathered outside the Xinshan Pass and demanded to enter Elena to help Elena resist the invasion!
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It was already afternoon when the news of the breaking of the Luoshan Pass was reached by Xinshan Pass. The correspondent from the Second Militia Division brought this news, and at the same time, it was an order from the Communist Party's Council.
"In any case, Prince Elliot's soldiers must not be allowed to enter Elena. At the same time, if possible, persuade them to detour the south side of Elena and launch an attack from the rear of the enemy to break Elena's siege."
Standing in front of Isel Rod, Carib Warren's expression was very serious, "I know your troops are very limited, but now Elena can't produce more people. The army of the Republic of Neglu has broken through the intersection of Luoshan and may attack Elena's town at any time. What we can do now is to delay time, rescue supplies and personnel, and at the same time block the enemy step by step. Prince Eliot on the opposite side has ulterior motives. If they are allowed in, Elena will definitely be in trouble. So, no matter what the price we have to pay, we cannot let the enemy enter Elena!"
"I know, Commander Caribbet," Isel Rod solemnly stated, "As long as I live, I will never let an Elliot soldier enter Elena!"
"Very good! I'll be with you."
Carribe nodded and then asked about the situation opposite. Isel called Jonah Warren to report the relevant situation to Division Commander Carribe.
Since appearing in the morning and making the first request to enter Elena, the leader named Erica Russell has been here four times, each time with a more harsh attitude than the last time. At the last time, he had refused to talk to Isel, just asking Elena to send a responsible commander, otherwise they would force it into Elena in the afternoon.
"He wants a commander? Let's give him a commander." After listening to the two comrades' narrative, Caribbe Warren quickly came up with a countermeasure. "The boss once told us a story about an empty city plan, which I think is good. If you send someone to inform me, you will say that I'm here and let their teachers come out to talk."
Carib Warren's request was quickly responded. After only forty minutes, he took Isel Rhode, Anthony Atkinson, the commander of the Third Division of the Guards opposite, and Erica Russell, who had been provoking, and sat down outside the pass of the Johor Bahru. Isel Rhode, who was responsible for organizing this simple meeting, cleaned up an abandoned tavern next to the road, put a table and several stools, and poured a glass of water for each person, even if the venue for the meeting between the two parties was laid out.
"I heard that you have a lot of pressure from the intersection of Luoshan Mountain. Only Prince Elliot asked us to come here. Otherwise, we wouldn't have come here. This place is remote and remote, except for mud legs, what's so good about it!"
Anthony Atkinson spoke with gunpowder smell, and obviously did not intend to have a good talk. Although Carribe was a serf, he worked with Gastenth all the way until now and has seen the world. He chuckled and replied.
"If you don't want to come, you can leave. Ailena doesn't welcome big names like you."
Anthony Atkinson laughed angry at Caribbe's words. He didn't say much, and gently slapped the table with his right hand and leaned forward.
"I'm not talking nonsense. I'm not here to discuss with you this time. What did your Luoshan intersection look like? I know, and you know. At the order of Prince Eliot, Eliana's technical information and weapon knowledge are the most precious property of Ankenry now. If we judge that you Eliana is not able to protect these things, then we will take action ourselves to ensure that these precious assets do not fall into the hands of the enemy! Do you understand? You don't need your consent, or even talk to you. If I think you can't defend Eliana's factory and those weapon information, we will do it ourselves so that these things will fall into the hands of the enemy, do you know?"
Anthony Atkinson's attitude was very tough and the ultimatum he proposed was also very domineering. Carribe's own family knew about his family and now he had no ability to stop the other party. However, he had to stop the other party, thinking that the rear would buy more time. He recalled the story he told in his mind again, and Carribe made his expression serious.
"Since Atkinson said that, we have nothing to say," he stood up, "Eilena has the ability to defend Eilena's property and does not need your help. If you really want to, when we signed a contract with Grand Duke Lailin, we also said that the Principality of Lailin was Ankenry's most friendly partner and ally. Now that Nigru has occupied Lailin, why don't you see you go to save it?"
Kareb said as he walked towards the door. Atkinson stood up and reached out to try to keep him, but he happened to be seen by Kareb who turned around. He reached out and pointed Atkinson, and finally reminded him.
"In addition, those weapons and materials were invented by our Lord Gastens, and they are not the common property of Ankenrien. I hope you know."
After saying that, Carribe actually pushed open the door of the tavern and was about to leave. Anthony Atkinson got up and took a step, and stopped again. The other party's attitude this time came was very tough, which made him doubt his intelligence. Is it not difficult for Ailena to guard the intersection of Luoshan? Is it wrong to take advantage of the situation?
In the end, Anthony Atkinson did not try to keep Carribe, and Carribe did not stay and continue to talk. He slowly left the tavern, looked around and chatted with Isel Rhodes before getting on the horse. The soldiers guarding outside the tavern told Atkinson about his movements and behaviors, which made him feel even more uneasy.
Judging from the attitude of this Carribe Warren, it seems that the situation Elena faces is not that critical?
Just as Anthony Atkinson watched Caribbe leave, he also planned to return and ask for instructions to come with the main force again, but when Prince Elliot, who deliberately did not see the Ailena side personnel, ran out of the direction where they were stationed. The five cavalrymen rushed to Atkinson as fast as possible. Before they dismounted, they shouted out the orders of His Highness the prince.
"Reliable news, the Republic of Negru has broken through the Luoshan intersection, and Elena's army has suffered heavy losses and is powerless to return to the sky. His Highness the prince ordered him to immediately return to the division headquarters and prepare to launch an attack. We must take Elena before Negru's troops and rescue the information and weapons!"
Hearing the call from the visitor, Atkinson stood there for two seconds before realizing that he had been deceived by that Kareb. He stamped his feet and cursed twice, and turned over to his horse.
"Then I was almost cheated. Go back with me and we will fuck those mud legs to death!"
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While Atkinson was rushing back to the army as quickly as possible to launch an attack, Caribbe Warren and Isel Rhodes also returned to the Johor Bahru defense line station.
"Teacher Kalaibo is so powerful. I think the other party is completely frightened by us. If this continues, the other party should not have the courage to launch an attack. As long as we block the good news and prevent the other party from knowing the truth, the Xinshan Pass should be stable for several days."
Isel Rod was excited to share his views with Caribbet as soon as he got off the horse. He was not flattering, but really felt that Caribbet’s negotiations were very good. This kind of strength and confidence that comes from the heart can’t be played no matter how hard he acted.
"You can't take it lightly," Caribbe Warren was not as optimistic as Isel. "There is no airtight wall in the world. The other party will know about this sooner or later. Once the other party knows about this, they will definitely launch an attack immediately. If notify them, all soldiers will be ready for the battle. As early as today and tomorrow, the enemy should launch an attack on us!"
"clear!"
Isel replied loudly, then ran out and began to convey the order. Kareb watched him leave and breathed a sigh of relief. In just a moment, his clothes on his back were completely wet. Fortunately, in order to hold the shelf, he also wore a military coat, otherwise he would have to reveal the stuff on the spot.
"Teacher Karebe!!!"
When Isel, who had just left, ran in again, his face disappeared completely, "Our sentry discovered that the enemy began to fight and lined up! He also blew the charge!"
Carriber, who had just taken off his coat and sat down, was stunned. He stopped for five seconds before he stood up and put on his coat again.
"What should come will always come. Please inform us at all costs and never let the enemy enter Elena!"
After saying that, he whispered to Isel.
"You find a reliable person to come over, I will write a letter, and you will send it to the council. The enemy situation is tense now. If we don't defend the Xinshan Pass, we must be mentally prepared in the rear, right?"
"I see!"
Isel nodded and stood up straight.
"Teacher Karebe, please rest assured, I will never let an enemy pass through our defense! Swear with my life!"
Carribe stood up and saluted at the same time.
Chapter completed!