OBS Chapter 356 Zhong the Madman!
Chapter 356 Zhong the Madman!
Obtaining the exact coordinates and password was like holding the key to unlock the enemy's last stronghold. However, Zhong Yuemin was not blinded by the immense merit he was about to gain.
He knew better than anyone that with their exhausted and wounded squad, capturing the enemy's division commander alive amidst the enemy's heavy guard was like playing with fire—the chances of success were slim, and they were more likely to be surrounded and wiped out.
Moreover, given the current situation, the fleeing soldiers of the routed 345th Division are all retreating and regrouping at Hill 142. The enemy's numbers will only increase. Even if Mei Ronglan is captured, how to escape will be a major problem.
Therefore, he needs a safety net, a powerful force capable of flattening the 142-meter-high mountain, as a backup and support.
In a secluded crevice on the outskirts of Hill 142, the squad's sole communications officer, at Zhong Yuemin's instruction, turned on the radio again and tuned it to the secure frequency for communication with the rear command post.
"Eagle's Nest, Eagle's Nest, this is Mountain Eagle. We have pinpointed the exact location of the enemy's 'nest': coordinates: XXX East longitude, XXX North latitude, 142° west side reverse slope of the main peak, 'Eagle Beak Rock' area."
Repeat: The exact location of the enemy's 345th Division headquarters has been pinpointed. Request... Request artillery units to conduct a comprehensive and intense artillery bombardment of that location and surrounding area in two hours!
The radio waves transmitted this crucial message.
Not long after, the radio station received a reply, but it wasn't a direct confirmation of the shelling. Instead, it came from their direct superior, the reconnaissance regiment commander Liu Yonghua, who personally inquired about the situation.
"Mountain Eagle, this is Liu Yonghua. What are you up to? Now that you have the coordinates, why aren't you ordering artillery to cover the area immediately? Two hours? What are you planning to do in these two hours? Explain yourself!"
Regiment Commander Liu's voice came through the radio, tinged with surprise and a hint of barely perceptible worry. He knew Zhong Yuemin all too well; he was audacious and capable of anything.
Zhong Yuemin took a deep breath, spoke into the microphone, and without hiding anything, laid out his plan in a calm voice, as if he were having a casual conversation.
"Reporting to the commander, my squad plans to use captured passwords to infiltrate the enemy division headquarters area, posing as retreating soldiers. Our objective is... to attempt to capture or confirm the killing of Mei Ronglan, the commander of the enemy's 345th Division."
The request for a two-hour delay in artillery fire is to buy time for my squad's operation and, if necessary, to conduct fire suppression after my squad's withdrawal.
There was a deathly silence on the other end of the radio for more than ten seconds. Even through the airwaves, Zhong Yuemin could almost see Commander Liu Yonghua's wide eyes and the gasp in shock.
really!
"Nonsense!"
Liu Yonghua's voice suddenly rose, filled with utter astonishment and shock.
“Zhong Yuemin, have you gone mad?! A small detachment, seven or eight men, trying to raid the headquarters of an enemy main force division? And you want to capture their division commander? Do you know that's a den of dragons and tigers? You're playing with the lives of your comrades! I order you…”
"Captain!"
Zhong Yuemin interrupted him, his tone still calm, yet carrying an unwavering determination.
"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The enemy is in defeat, their command system is in chaos, and their vigilance is bound to be lax. We are wearing their uniforms, we know their passwords, and we have team members who are familiar with their internal situation. Qin Guanshan, you know that he used to serve in the enemy's 345th Division."
It's not about a direct assault, but a strategic maneuver; there's a chance!
Even if we don't capture Mei Ronglan, just confirming his location and guiding precise artillery fire would be a huge victory. Please trust our judgment!
Liu Yonghua fell silent on the other end. He understood Zhong Yuemin's capabilities, and he knew even more that once this kid made up his mind, nothing could sway him.
Moreover, he had to admit that while the plan was audacious, it wasn't entirely without the possibility of success; its potential for enormous gains would be enough to tempt any commander.
But the risk is... too great!
"...You little bastard...you're a fucking lunatic!"
Liu Yonghua finally uttered a curse, his tone complex.
"I can't make that decision. You wait here, I'll report to Commander Li right now!"