mtl008 Chapter 315 Brothers in Life and Death
Chapter 315 Brothers in Life and Death
The night is like a veil, soft and hazy, like a layer of thin and soft silk, gently draped over the vast earth, bringing a unique sense of tranquility.
The moonlight is no longer cold, but bright with a unique softness. Large expanses of moonlight pour down like water, illuminating the earth with a silvery white.
The sky is full of twinkling stars, densely packed, as if awakened by the pleasant night, and blinking happily in the distant sky.
On the bank of the Yellow River, this land that is about to become a brutal battlefield, there are a few scattered lights in the distance, swaying gracefully in the night.
The dim light radiates light wantonly, adding a touch of warmth to the quiet atmosphere.
However, the shadow of war is like a lurking monster, waiting for an opportunity to strike, ruthlessly destroying this beautiful atmosphere, making the entire earth still filled with tension.
This should be the early summer season when everything is flourishing and full of vitality. People should be enjoying leisure time with their families in the refreshing courtyard, with laughter and joy floating in every corner.
Soldiers should also put down the burden on their shoulders temporarily, take a break and relax their tense nerves on this beautiful day.
But at this moment, the shadow of war is everywhere, weighing heavily on everyone's heart, making it impossible for anyone to enjoy the pleasant time of early summer with peace of mind.
Beside a hidden river bend, Zhang Dabiao and Li Yunlong stood side by side.
This place is far away from the hustle and bustle of the main battlefield, as if it has been forgotten by the world in this quiet corner.
The surroundings are full of hustle and bustle, and the sound of insects chirping one after another is like a grand concert, playing the vitality of life and adding a lot of vitality to this quiet night.
Nearby, the Yellow River is gurgling, and the crisp sound of flowing water seems particularly harmonious and beautiful in this lively night.
Every sound of flowing water seems to be telling the story of early summer, making the surrounding atmosphere more mysterious and tense, as if a huge storm is quietly approaching.
Zhang Dabiao leaned forward slightly and lowered his voice. Although he could not see any figures around him, his years of combat experience had made him habitually remain highly alert.
His eyes flickered in the bright moonlight, filled with curiosity and anticipation. However, deep within that light, there was a hint of helplessness that was difficult to conceal.
After all, on this day when they should have been enjoying the beauty of early summer, they could only stand on the edge of the battlefield, ready to face unknown dangers at any time.
"Commander Li, what new gadgets have you got? Give us a few helicopters to take care of our old subordinates?"
Zhang Dabiao's voice was very low.
Li Yunlong raised his head slightly, a faint smile appearing on the corner of his mouth. The smile looked pale and weak under the faint starlight, as if all the color had been drained away by the heavy night.
He gently stretched out his hand and patted Zhang Dabiao's thick and broad shoulders, his action full of brotherly care and comfort.
"Da Biao, how could our Lao Li forget you when he got something good?"
Li Yunlong's voice was low and steady, with an unquestionable calmness.
"Helicopters are indeed a good thing. They are maneuverable and have strong firepower. If we equip them in large numbers and surprise the enemy, we will definitely catch them off guard."
Having said that, he paused slightly, looking towards the unknown area shrouded in darkness in the distance, his eyes revealing a hint of regret and helplessness.
"But if we only have planes but no one to fly them, what's left is nothing but a pile of scrap metal. What we lack now isn't the equipment, but the people who can skillfully operate these advanced gadgets."
Li Yunlong slowly retracted his gaze and looked at Zhang Dabiao again, his eyes full of expectation and determination.
"We have to develop step by step and grow slowly. We can't eat everything at once."
Zhang Dabiao frowned slightly and scratched his head subconsciously. He forced a smile on his honest and simple face, but there was an unspeakable bitterness hidden in that smile.
He slowly raised his head and looked at the inky starry sky. The sparse starlight flickered in the distant sky, as faint as a candle in the wind.
He gazed at the stars, as if trying to find some solace from them to ease his inner anxiety and helplessness about the war situation.
"That's what it says,"
Zhang Dabiao sighed slightly, his voice low and with a hint of longing,
"But seeing their armored helicopters flying freely in the sky, I feel itchy inside."
As he spoke, he clenched his fists, as if he was secretly competing with someone.
"But Commander Li, you must have a way, right?"
He turned to look at Li Yunlong, his eyes full of trust and expectation.
"You always come up with something we can't imagine."
Li Yunlong raised the corners of his mouth slightly and shook his head deliberately in a mysterious manner. Although there was a mysterious expression on his face, there was an unquestionable firmness in his eyes.
He moved closer to Zhang Dabiao and lowered his voice, as if sharing a huge secret:
"Coming and going freely? They're still far from it!
I won’t give you the helicopter for now, but you can consider the cannon.
How about I get you 36 155mm vehicle-mounted howitzers, ten basic shells, and a company of student soldiers?"
Having said that, a glimmer of excitement flashed in his eyes, and he continued:
"This thing has strong firepower. One shot can terrify the enemy.
It has good mobility and can move flexibly on the battlefield, which is just right for our next battle.
You know this! When we were independent brigades, Zhuzi's artillery regiment was the firepower of our brigade."
As Li Yunlong spoke, he gestured in the air with his hands, as if the scene of the powerful vehicle-mounted howitzer galloping across the battlefield had already appeared before his eyes.
Zhang Dabiao's originally dim eyes suddenly lit up, and the light was like seeing a spark of hope in the darkness, and it was instantly ignited.
His face instantly overflowed with unconcealable joy, he almost jumped up with excitement, and his voice unconsciously rose a few notes:
"36 guns? Ten base shells? Commander Li, Father Li, you are really kind!"
With the current transportation capacity, the base number of 155mm howitzers is 100 rounds per gun.
Ten bases, 36 guns, that’s 3 artillery shells!
Even if one artillery shell kills one enemy, the three infantry columns alone can kill 3 enemies.
After this battle, wouldn’t the Cheetah Field Army on the Western Expedition have wiped out hundreds of thousands of enemies?
"With these big guys, I wonder how the Ma family army and Gu Shousan's guys can survive!
This time, we must let them taste the power of our artillery fire!"
Zhang Dabiao rubbed his hands together, with a fighting glint in his eyes, as if the enemies were already vulnerable to his artillery fire.
The two looked at each other, then smiled at each other.
This smile was mixed with helplessness towards the cruelty of war and uncertainty about the future direction of the situation, but more importantly, it was the deep trust between the two and the unwavering desire for victory.
They knew very well that the significance of this battle far exceeded personal life and death and gains and losses.
In this season that should be full of vitality and vigor, the flames of war spread mercilessly across this land, forcing countless people to leave their homes and unable to enjoy this beautiful season.
Behind them are thousands of pairs of eyes full of expectation and the desire of countless families for a peaceful life.
At this moment, the responsibility on their shoulders is becoming heavier. Every decision and every battle concerns the fate of countless people.
However, the belief in their hearts has become stronger because of this responsibility, just like the scorching sun hanging high in the sky in summer, hot and bright, illuminating their way forward and supporting them to move forward courageously in this arduous war.
The two looked at each other and smiled. That smile was like a flower blooming in early summer, brilliant and moving. It instantly blossomed in each other's hearts, containing a tacit understanding and trust that needed no words.
This smile is the deep friendship that has settled after they have experienced countless baptisms of war. It is the precious emotion condensed by fighting side by side and sharing life and death.
After laughing, Li Yunlong's eyes suddenly became serious, as if covered by an invisible layer of determination.
His deep eyes reveal the courage and calmness unique to soldiers.
He frowned slightly, and his words changed direction, and he said in a heavy and slow voice:
"Da Biao, after this battle, have you ever thought about your future path? Do you want to join our Tieliu Field Army?"
This sudden question made Zhang Dabiao stunned for a moment. He really didn't expect Li Yunlong to bring up such a topic at this time.
His eyes widened slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed across his face, but he quickly suppressed his smile and his expression became firm and serious.
He straightened his chest, looked straight ahead, his eyes flashing with a fiery light, and said:
"Commander Li, to be honest, you gave me this life.
During the Battle of Taiyuan, I was injured and surrounded by the enemy, and it was you who led people to rescue me.
After so many years of struggling in the midst of bullets and gunfire, I have long since put life and death aside.
I just thought, wherever you go, I will follow.
Over the years, I have followed you through battles across the country and experienced countless fierce battles. I've gotten used to it.
In my heart, as long as I can continue to lead troops in battle and defend my country, that is enough."
Li Yunlong listened quietly, his eyes revealing approval and satisfaction.
A faint smile appeared on his weather-beaten face, as if he was recalling the glorious battles they had experienced together.
He nodded gently, his eyes full of approval, then raised his hand, patted Zhang Dabiao's shoulder heavily, and said in a firm and powerful tone:
"Okay! I feel relieved with your concern.
The Cheetah Field Army is currently short of men, especially experienced and courageous commanders like you.
You can't follow me for the time being.
After this battle, when the hostilities here ease, if you are willing, you can come to Tieliu Field Army to be my chief of staff, and we can lead the team better together.
Let our Iron Flow Field Army continue to gallop across the battlefield and demonstrate the might of our Chinese soldiers!"
Zhang Dabiao's eyes flashed with excitement, and he said without hesitation:
"Commander Li, I really want to continue working with you!
I have learned so much and grown so much by your side.
You let me be the Chief of Staff, which shows your trust in me. I am definitely happy to do it!"
Li Yunlong grinned,
"Haha, I knew you wouldn't be vague!
Together, we two brothers can definitely turn the Iron Flow Field Army into a roaring team!"
However, Zhang Dabiao looked hesitant again and said slowly:
"Commander Li, although that's true, we soldiers must obey orders from our superiors.
If my superiors have other arrangements, I can only follow their orders.
You also know that we are all bricks of the revolution, and we will be moved wherever we are needed."
Li Yunlong frowned slightly and patted his thigh.
“Of course I understand that!
It's just that I finally have you by my side to help me, and I'm really looking forward to it.
But we must respect the decisions of our superiors. No matter what, we are doing it for the cause of revolution."
Zhang Dabiao nodded heavily.
"That's right, Brother Li.
If you fail to join the Tieliu Field Army in the end, please don't blame me.
No matter what position I am in, I will work as hard as before and never let down my team!"
Li Yunlong hit Zhang Dabiao's shoulder hard.
"What are you talking about! How could I blame you?
Whether you are with me or not, we are brothers in life and death.
If you encounter any problems in your new place, just tell me, Lao Li, and I will definitely help you if I can! "
"Okay! I feel relieved with your words."
Zhang Dabiao's eyes were full of gratitude.
"No matter how far apart we are, our hearts will always be together.
After this battle, there may be more tough battles waiting for us. No matter which team we are in, we all have one goal, to beat the enemy to a pulp! "
"That is required!"
Li Yunlong looked into the distance with a firm look in his eyes.
"No matter what the future holds, we must forge ahead courageously for the establishment of a new China and for the people to live a good life!"
The two men stood on the bank of the Yellow River. Although they didn't know what their future fate would be, their hearts that were fighting for the revolutionary cause were always closely connected.