Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 285 Trivia

It has been half a year since the last battle, and this is the first time since the Independent Brigade was established that it has had such a long period of rest.

It was the dead of winter, and the howling winter wind, carrying heavy snow, swept over Wolong Mountain again and again.

Meanwhile, Tang Weiguo and the others were sitting around a stove in the room, each holding a book and flipping through it. The book's rough cover bore the title "On Protracted War."

"Brigadier, this book is fucking amazing! The more I read, the more I love it," Tang Xiaohu exclaimed.

"Xiao Hu is right. Since the Battle of Central China ended in defeat for the Nationalist army last October, we have lost a large area of ​​territory in Central China. Seeing the Japanese army gaining momentum while our government is retreating step by step, we really can't see any hope of victory."

"Recently, I've been studying this book repeatedly, and I have to say I have many feelings about it. The most obvious thing is that it ignites hope for the future in us," Zhang Haoshan continued.

“Brigade Commander, I’m a rough man with limited knowledge and ability, but I’ve figured it out: as long as all the people of the country fight the Japanese together, we’ll drive them out sooner or later,” Niu Dali said casually.

"It seems everyone has gained a lot from this book!" Tang Weiguo said with a smile, putting down the book in his hand.

"Brigadier, I was just thinking of visiting the author of this book myself. He's amazing," Zhang Haoshan said with a smile.

"Not just you, I also want to visit him and meet this great man." Tang Weiguo thought to himself.

"Will have the opportunity next time."

"How well has this book been used for publicity and education within the military?" Tang Weiguo then asked.

“The publicity has already begun, and Wenying is personally in charge of this,” Niu Dali said eagerly.

"Haha, you've even called Wenying over. Looks like Dali and Principal Long are making pretty good progress lately," Tang Xiaohu joked from the side.

"No, no," Niu Dali said, his voice growing softer and softer as he blushed.

Everyone burst into laughter when they saw Niu Dali like this.

"Hahaha."

Since the establishment of Wolongshan School, Long Wenying's work focus gradually shifted to the school, while also handling propaganda work. In the past six months, due to the army's rest and reorganization, and with Niu Dali's reconnaissance regiment stationed at the brigade headquarters, their relationship has steadily warmed. However, both are shy, and neither of them took the initiative to break the ice.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, everyone had a good time teasing Niu Dali.

Seeing everyone laughing, Niu Dali also touched his hair and chuckled, looking incredibly憨憨 (simple and honest).

After everyone finished laughing, Tang Weiguo looked at the heavy snow outside the window and said...

"It seems like there's more snow this year than in previous years."

"A timely snow promises a good harvest; it looks like next year will be a good year."

"hope so."

"Alright, alright, it's getting late, everyone should go back and rest," Tang Weiguo said to everyone after checking the time.

The next day, the snow stopped and the sky cleared. The entire Wolong Mountain was covered with a thick layer of snow.

Early in the morning, the troops stationed on Wolong Mountain were organized to carry out snow removal work. When Tang Weiguo came out of the house, more than half of the snow on the training ground had already been cleared.

Along the road beside the training ground, the soldiers from the propaganda department had already built snowmen one after another. From a distance, they looked like soldiers in white armor guarding the training ground.

As the year draws to a close, the Wolong Mountain garrison is bustling with activity. Soldiers without duties are decorating the barracks, putting up "Fu" characters and couplets.

The entire Wolong Mountain camp was bustling with activity.

After having breakfast, Tang Weiguo went to his office.

"Bi Shoucai, come to my office."

Not long after Tang Weiguo hung up the phone, Bi Shoucai arrived.

"So fast?"

"It just so happens that Tang Xiaohu came by, so I hitched a ride with him." Bi Shoucai said with a smile.

"Brigade Commander, what can I do for you?"

"The Lunar New Year is just around the corner. How's the preparation for the soldiers' New Year's goods going?"

"Brigade Commander, you can rest assured that I can handle things well. I have everything prepared. In the past few days, based on the number of personnel reported by each unit, I have been transporting them to the respective units one after another."

"The entire brigade is treated equally, and each person is given 5 catties of pork and 20 catties of wheat flour, enough for the soldiers to go home and have a hot meal of dumplings."

"Speaking of meat, we have to thank Li Zhi's farm. Otherwise, it would have been really difficult to get so much pork."

"Okay, that's good. Make sure every soldier receives their New Year's gift package before the holiday." Tang Weiguo nodded in satisfaction.

"Have the meals for the troops on combat readiness duty been prepared?"

"They have already been given priority to distribute them to their respective units, at twice the usual standard."

"Okay, not bad."

"Alright, that's all. You can go back to your work."

"Yes." After saying that, Shoucai left.

"Hmm, two more tasks completed." Tang Weiguo crossed this item off his long task list.

After looking at the few things that were left, Tang Weiguo stretched.

"Finally almost done. It's been a tiring holiday."

As the Lunar New Year approaches, the number of troops stationed at Wolong Mountain is gradually decreasing. Soldiers without missions are asking for leave in advance to go home and spend time with their families.

Although the number of people has decreased, the festive atmosphere is even stronger.

Red lanterns of all sizes were hung up, and when they lit up at night, they were particularly eye-catching.

Two days before the Chinese New Year, Tang Weiguo called over the military leaders for a brief meeting.

"The New Year is just around the corner, so everyone needs to be extra vigilant and ensure the safety of the entire base during the holiday," Tang Weiguo said again.

"Brigade Commander, don't worry. We'll be on duty with the troops during the Spring Festival, and we'll make sure everyone in the base area has a good holiday!" Tang Xiaohu nodded earnestly.

"Yes, I'll be stationed at the brigade headquarters during the Spring Festival. Report any unusual situations immediately."

"Yes."

"Alright, I'd like to wish everyone a Happy New Year in advance. Happy New Year to all, and let's get together after the New Year!"

"Brigade Commander, Happy New Year! Happy New Year!"

"happy New Year."

After the meeting, Tang Xiaohu and the others left the grid and returned to their unit.

After they left, Tang Weiguo led his guards to patrol the area.