Although the Japanese army had stronger artillery power than the Chinese anti-Japanese war forces, not all troops could equip artillery. As the garrison of Doron, they were also equipped with a squadron's Type 92 infantry artillery.

With such an artillery unit, the Japanese army in the city also increased their confidence in defending the city. Now, the Japanese artillery in the city were also ready to counterattack against the mortars that the Eighth Route Army began to set up.

Just when the Japanese garrison command in the city was also clearly lit up and analyzing the current situation, some staff advised that it would be best to report this situation, hoping that some more troops from above could be sent to support.

If the main force of the incoming division is invading, it will be difficult for them to defend Doron. Even if they can severely damage the Eighth Route Army that sieges the city, the consequences of losing Doron will be very serious.

Faced with the suggestions of his staff, the garrison officer Colonel Miyagita said with a headache: "Earlier, we had received a telegram from the Independent Mixed Brigade. They were on their way to Doron, but they were not calm all the way.

In the territory of Rehe, there are also a large number of Eighth Route Guerrilla troops operating. They destroyed the highways and bridges we built earlier. If they were asked to hurry up, they might be ambushed.

As for the troops around us, no matter which town the defenders are drawn, it may lead to the fall of those towns. What we can do now is to gather all our forces and must hold on to the main force to come.”

At this moment, a staff officer said in due time: "God of Colonel, the Independent Mixed Brigade is indeed a bit far away from us. But next to us, there are reinforcements. If they march in a hurry, they should be able to arrive here before tomorrow evening."

The combat staff who said this quickly pointed to the route map of the puppet Mongolian army's march. As soon as this reminder was released, a staff officer immediately agreed and said: "Yes! The Mongolian army that attacked this time was also equipped with a cavalry division, and their combat effectiveness was also good.

If they can attack from the rear, they should be able to restrain some troops. In this way, they will probably not have many troops to attack, and they will also reduce the pressure on us to defend the city."

If He Zhengdao was here at this moment, he would definitely smile and say, "Just wait for you to say this!"

As expected, with the reminder of the combat staff, Miyagita also felt that this could be done. After all, the puppet Mongolian army also served their Kwantung Army. As long as it could restrain the main force of the Eighth Route Army, it would be fine to restrain it there!

The most important thing is that the city of Doron cannot be lost. Once the materials stored here are destroyed, it is probably not good news for the independent mixed brigade that is about to arrive lightly.

Without sufficient combat preparations, how could they advance into the Xilingol League and fight with the Eighth Route Army?

With the Duolun Gage Command, the final decision was submitted to the Kwantung Army Command. Mei Jilang, who learned that the situation in Duolun was critical, also felt that letting the puppet Mongolian army reinforce Duolun was indeed a good emergency solution.

However, Li Shouxin, who received this order, felt very bitter. Faced with the telegram from the Kwantung Army, even if he wanted to delay the battle with the Eighth Route Army, it was unlikely that he would do it.

Even Colonel Matsuda, who was responsible for supervising the puppet Mongolian army, said directly: "Jun Li, you stayed in Doron for a long time in your early years. The commander asked you to lead troops to rescue him, which was also a great trust in you.

Li Jun is a trusted general of the empire. I hope you will not let down our expectations for you this time. The importance of Duolun City in the next decisive battle with the Eighth Route Army is not to be missed. Please do your best!"

This is undoubtedly a full affirmation of Li Shouxin. But Li Shouxin also knew that if he said anything difficult, he was afraid that Colonel Matsuda would not let him go easily.

If he really fails to arrive at Duolun at the specified time, once Duolun really falls, he will be the best scapegoat. After working with the Japanese for so long, Li Shouxin is still very clear about the Japanese's nature of turning against each other.

Under Colonel Matsuda's personal supervision, the puppet Mongolian army finally stopped walking and stopping like before, but the entire army accelerated its speed toward Duolun. He Zhengdao, who learned about this situation, also knew that it would be Lu Zhencao's next.

This time, he gave the officers and soldiers of the Third Infantry Division, the former Northeast Army, a chance to clean up the traitors, and I believe they would cherish it. He Zhengdao also hopes to use this opportunity to warn those Northeast Army traitors who still work hard for the Japanese army.

Lu Zhencao, who also learned the news, immediately summoned his main regiment commanders and said, "From now on, we will send elite troops to block the main force of the puppet Mongolian army into the ambush circle we set up.

At the same time, the third cavalry division was sent to the telegram, hoping that they would cooperate with our ambush and seduction plan. We ordered our troops to block and harass the troops, so that the puppet Mongolian army would be less vigilant and think that we were supporting Doron. Do you understand?"

‘Yes, the teacher!’

The combination of virtual and real is the true meaning of the ambush. The most important thing is that Lu Zhencao knows that Li Shouxin is a cautious and suspicious person. If he is allowed to go too smoothly, he will really suspect that there is a trap waiting for him.

On the contrary, if he dispatched some blocking and harassing troops, he would feel that these troops were the Eighth Route Army that blocked them from reinforced Doron. In this way, he might seem more at ease when he walked in!

We made corresponding arrangements and quietly waited for the arrival of the puppet Mongolian army. The first regiment of the Second Cavalry Division, which was feinted to attack Duolun City, finally waited for the arrival of the Second Cavalry Regiment. The cavalry of the two main regiments also successfully met outside Duolun City.

Looking at the main cavalry regiment appearing on the other side, the Japanese and puppet troops in the city seemed even more nervous. Even if they couldn't see clearly late at night, how many Eighth Route Army troops were outside the city.

But standing on the top of the city, almost everyone outside the city was surrounded by the cavalry of the Eighth Route Army. This situation further confirmed the Eighth Route Army's speculation that it wanted to capture Doron at night, and further strengthened the Japanese army in the city to persevere.

Just as the mortars set up by the First Cavalry Regiment finally launched artillery bombardment towards the City of Doron. The Japanese infantry artillery squadron in the city soon began to adjust their artillery positions and prepare to launch a counterattack against the Eighth Route Army outside the city.

What made the Japanese army in the city vomit blood was that after each of the Eighth Route Army artillery fired three shells from each artillery, the artillery that operated these artillery immediately moved the artillery to transfer positions.

When the Japanese infantry artillery in the city launched a counterattack, the shells fell into an area where no one existed. In contrast, the Eighth Route Army artillery that had been bombarded before changed the cluster artillery fire to free artillery, which made the Japanese artillery in the city not know how to counterattack.

Miyagita, who learned the news, also said unexpectedly: "Baga, it seems that the Eighth Route Army outside the city is very familiar with our weapons and equipment. It seems that they have prepared for this!"

What made the Japanese and puppet troops in the city even more frustrated was that the Second Cavalry Regiment, who arrived later, also joined the ranks of shelling Duolun. Facing the Eighth Route Army who were shelling on both sides, the Japanese and puppet troops guarding the city could only carefully avoid artillery fire.

But the problem is that the Eighth Route Army's artillery was completely out of order, and God knew where the shells would hit. What even surprised the Japanese artillery was that the subsequent Eighth Route Army began to use large-caliber mortars to counterattack.

Faced with this situation, Miyagita could only order: "Order the infantry artillery squadron to break the pieces and carry out artillery fire counter-attacks on the Eighth Route Army outside the castle. No matter what, the Eighth Route Army's artillery troops should not be allowed to launch artillery attacks on us at close range."

When they were awakened by the rumbling sound of cannons in the city, the Saber Special Forces team members who were staying in the dark also installed all the time bombs they had brought into the city earlier. Looking at the time on their watch, everyone began to wait quietly.

‘When the explosion in the city is coming, we will take advantage of the chaos to blow up a few Japanese warehouses. No matter what is in those warehouses, we will make the Japanese bleed tonight. If necessary, we will provoke a conflict between the Japanese and puppet troops in the city.’

‘Yes, captain! We are all clear about this matter, so the Japanese will definitely vomit blood in anger!’

The special forces members who had already changed into Japanese military uniforms were quietly waiting for the previously installed time bomb to be detonated. At this moment, the two main cavalry regiments outside the city also knew that there should be some movement in the city next.

Although they didn't know much news, they knew that the military headquarters had arranged a group of people to enter the city of Doron. This time they were waiting to see if they had the opportunity to take over the city of Doron in one fell swoop.

If they had the chance, they would definitely not let it go. However, without the signal of siege from the city operation team, they could only use artillery attacks on the city of Doron and were not allowed to easily dispatch infantry to launch siege.

In fact, if their infantry divisions come at this time, it should not be difficult to capture the city of Doron. After all, compared to their cavalry divisions only equipped with a certain number of mortars, the main infantry divisions all have large caliber artillery.

With large-caliber artillery cooperating with the offensive, even if the city defense in Doron is strong, it is believed that it will be difficult to withstand large-scale artillery bombardment. In this case, I believe that the chance of winning Doron City will be much greater than their attack!

Just as the Japanese and puppet troops in the city were nervously avoiding the artillery shells that were constantly shooting into the city, a sudden explosion came from some important areas in the center of the city. This sudden explosion even covered the sound of artillery fire outside the city.

Even though there was a huge explosion sound next to the Japanese garrison headquarters. The shock wave formed by the explosion caused the electric lights of the garrison headquarters to be extinguished in an instant. For a moment, the entire command center became nervous.

‘Enemy attack! Be careful!’

After a shock, the guard officer in charge of the command center immediately realized that the explosion after another sound should mean that the Eighth Route Army sneak attack troops were mixed in the city. This time, it is undoubtedly the most critical moment!
Chapter completed!