Bright Sword: Leading the Special Operations Squadron to Fight the Japs

Chapter 361 Han Chao

Ten minutes later, Mao Hang, dressed in military uniform, came out from a corner again.

"Oh my god! Director Mao, are you playing dress-up?"

Mao Hang stretched his military uniform proudly, with a look of satisfaction on his face.

"Chief of Staff, this way of talking about things is more immersive. I am now speaking to you completely as the director of the Independent Column's Yunnan Office!"

"Professional, really professional! I won't gossip any more. Last time you recruited some soldiers for me, I haven't paid you the commission yet. How much is the total amount in US dollars?"

Mao Hang took out an account book and found that a total of more than 3,000 people were recruited, half of whom were students and skilled soldiers.

"Chief of Staff, the total is twenty-five thousand dollars!"

Wang Meng pushed away Mao Hang's hands holding the account book. A mere twenty thousand dollars was not worth his while to take a look.

"You take $30,000 from that pile of dollars, and the rest will be your salary for the next year!"

Mao Hang calculated with his fingers and found that his monthly salary was about four hundred US dollars, which seemed not much different from the salary of a brigadier general in the M Army.

After taking the money, Mao Hang took out a pen and paper and wrote a receipt for Wang Meng.

There's no way, he is such a serious and rule-abiding person.

"Director Mao, has anyone else come to join the army recently?"

"Chief of Staff, there are still some. Although not as many as before, there are still about 100 to 200 people every day!"

Wang Meng thought for a moment. As long as there is a war, there will be sacrifices. These passionate young people who join the army every day are the best supplement.

However, there were already enough new recruits on the Jiqi Slope. If more new recruits continued to join, it would definitely affect the combat effectiveness of the troops. Moreover, letting these new recruits go directly to the front line to fight the Japanese would be a waste of lives and serve as cannon fodder.

"Political Commissar Zhao, Political Commissar, we are in trouble, come over and help!"

Zhao had just eaten a bowl of noodles from a stall outside the airport and was now leisurely touring Kunming Airport.

"Mengzi, am I not here for vacation? Why are you conscripting men?"

"Hehehe, Old Zhao, I'm at my wit's end! I really can't think of a good solution, could you please be merciful and help me out?"

After Zhao Gang listened to the whole story in annoyance, he had a general idea.

"Since the front line is not suitable for training these new recruits, let's go to Baoshan Airport. Aren't there insufficient troops there? We can transfer troops from Pingshun and train them. On the one hand, we can strengthen the airport's defense force, and on the other hand, when the front line is tight, we can supplement the Sichuan Army!"

Wang Meng slapped his head and realized that the defense of Baoshan Airport was currently being handled by an armored infantry battalion drawn from Pingshun. Although it could ensure the basic safety of the airport, it was a "fraternal strife". If the airport was destroyed, the Sichuan Army would become an isolated force.

Therefore, there cannot be any mistakes at Baoshan Airport.

"Director Mao, please continue to recruit people. When there are 1,000 people, send them to Baoshan Airport. As long as there are people, we will accept them! The more the better!"

"Okay! Then the price..."

"As usual! But you have to keep your eyes open and don't let the Japanese spies sneak in, otherwise I will get back all the Franklins you got!"

Mao Hang was full of energy and wanted to go back to his office immediately to take all the new recruits to Baoshan Airport.

Zhao Gang gave Mao Hang a few simple instructions, asking him not to conscript men against other people's wishes.

The transport planes and fighter planes took off and soon landed at Baoshan Airport again.

When he arrived at Baoshan Airport, Wang Meng unloaded several tons of compressed biscuits, instant noodles, protein powder, as well as some rice and flour.

At present, the situation in western Yunnan is relatively stable. The enemy and us are in mutual support across the Nujiang River, and we are still in the honeymoon period with Chongqing. Therefore, Baoshan Airport is relatively safe at present.

Wang Meng called Han Chao, the battalion commander of the airport garrison battalion, over.

"Old Han, do you know why you were transferred to Yunnan from among so many battalion commanders?"

Han Chao stood up straight with a dark face.

"Reporting to the Chief of Staff, our superiors have their reasons for making this arrangement. As soldiers, we must obey!"

Wang Meng was also amused by this upright man who did not beat around the bush when speaking.

"Okay, then I'll tell you something. You were chosen to come to Baoshan Airport because you are from Yunnan and are familiar with this place, so it's easier to carry out your work. Secondly, you are an old battalion commander and you can't stay in that position forever. Go to Baoshan Airport to train yourself, guide more new recruits, and strive to move up!"

I thought Han Chao would be grateful for the promotion, but I didn't expect him to still have a gloomy face.

"Yes! Obey orders!"

Zhao Gang looked at Han Chao, a little confused. Han Chao was an old company commander when he was still an independent regiment. He was promoted to battalion commander only now, which was considered slow. Shouldn't he be happy to hear the news of promotion?

"Old Han, do you have any opinions? Report truthfully!"

"Political Commissar, Chief of Staff, I, Han, obey the organization's arrangements. But I really want to go to the battlefield to kill the devils. There are no devils to kill at this Baoshan Airport! The soldiers are almost worn out from shooting every day!"

Wang Meng is now somewhat fortunate that their officers and soldiers are eager to go to the battlefield to kill the enemy. They are much better than those troops who only know how to hide in the rear!

"Lao Han, I understand your feelings, but do you think the airport is safe?"

Wang Meng talked to him in detail about the surrounding situation, including possible conflicts with Chongqing.

"Old Han, I have a mission for you. Thousands or even tens of thousands of new recruits will come to your camp soon. You will be responsible for training them. When these new recruits are trained and can protect the safety of the airport, you can go to the Nujiang front!"

When Han Chao heard that he could go to the Nujiang front, his eyes lit up immediately.

Fighting the Japanese in Shanxi was just about defending our country.

But reaching the Nujiang front, driving the Japanese out of Yunnan, and then fighting their way to Burma would bring glory to the country and make us famous overseas. In ancient times, that was considered expanding territory!

"Chief of Staff, don't tell lies, or I will report you to Commander Li!"

After listening to this, Zhao Gang felt that Han Chao really spoke directly.

"Alright, alright, I'll testify. If the Chief of Staff doesn't keep his word, I'll scold him!"

Han Chao then felt relieved and took the initiative to take a platoon of soldiers to Kunming to receive new recruits.

What Wang Meng is thinking now is that if Han Chao can also lead out a regiment by then, then it may be possible to form an armored infantry division directly with the Sichuan Army Corps!

"Okay, you will be fully responsible for connecting with Mao Hang. As for when you can go to the battlefield, it depends on your ability!"

Han Chao chuckled. He was very familiar with the training business!