Yang Ling didn't have time to chat with everyone, so he got to the point directly and asked them to cooperate with the officers and soldiers of the guerrilla corps to fight against the Japanese.
"The Japs are coming with force this time. Your homes and properties are all in the area. Needless to say, everyone knows the consequences of the Japs coming, so this time you will cooperate with our guerrilla army to fight the Japs. I hope you will do your best not to hide the Japs."
Well, after all, fighting the Japanese is to protect your hometown and the property left by your ancestors."
The reason why everyone came to Jieshou Town was mainly because of their interests. Considering the high price offered by Yang Ling, it was mainly because they could get money, guns and ammunition.
But now they heard that Yang Ling wanted them to fight bloody battles with the Japanese. These were human beings. This loss-making deal made them hesitate. If all the people were sold out, there would be nothing left.
"Sir Yang, it's not as serious as you said. The Japs are here. If I take someone to hide in the reeds, can he still find me? After they leave, I will come out and continue to live my life." Someone said.
He spoke carelessly.
Seeing that these people did not realize the seriousness of the problem, Yang Ling continued to add: "Intelligence shows that the troops dispatched by the Japs this time are beyond your imagination. Now the Japs troops appearing in Gaoyou alone include at least two brigades.
Moreover, the follow-up troops are still gathering in the Yangzhou area. They are ready to sweep away the entire Jiangsu area. When they occupy it for a long time, where else can you hide?"
Hearing what Yang Ling said, everyone took a breath of cold air. They all thought that this time was just an ordinary military operation by the Japanese.
But now the Japanese troops are stronger than imagined this time, and if they really want to occupy it for a long time, they can hide in the reed swamp for ten days and a half, but over time, they will starve to death.
"So this time we must crush the Japs' attack in order to gain a foothold. Otherwise, when the Japs really occupy the whole of Jiangsu, we will have no way to go from heaven to earth." Yang Ling emphasized his tone.
Although everyone knew in their hearts that there was another way out, which was to surrender to the Japanese and become traitors, they did not dare to say it in front of Yang Ling.
Moreover, they are all Chinese. The Japanese have been fighting in Jiangsu for so long, and they have not surrendered to the enemy because of their wealth and splendor. They still retain the Chinese blood in their bones, that is, they will not bow their heads.
"Sir Yang, there is no problem in cooperating with your guerrilla army in fighting. We are all Chinese. It is only natural to fight against the Japanese. However, the brothers under me also have families to support. If there is a problem, then this
It's hard for me to explain to their family..." The cripple hesitated, looking very embarrassed.
"You don't have to worry about this. All brothers who were killed or injured in the battle with the Japanese will be paid pensions according to the casualty pension standards of our guerrilla corps. Those who were killed in action will be doubled. At the same time, their families will enjoy military treatment, tax exemption and exemption from hard labor."
Hearing what Yang Ling said, the commanders of these local armed forces nodded. If they really follow the standards of the guerrilla corps, then the brothers will have nothing to worry about.
"Sir Yang, what if we win the battle?"
Xiao Yan, the commander of the Xiaojiacun Self-Defense Force who was wearing gold-rimmed glasses, pushed up the glasses frame on the bridge of his nose and spoke warmly.
"For all of your brothers who participate in the battle against the Japanese, you will be rewarded with a piece of ocean for each person you kill, and any seizure will be your personal property. At the same time, our Northern Jiangsu Corps will provide you with guns, ammunition and supplies."
Yang Ling paused and added: "Of course, you can't cheat. Killing the Japanese requires evidence of human heads and equipment before you can receive the reward."
Yang Ling had spent a lot of money this time. Compared with his guerrilla army in northern Jiangsu, these local armed forces were more familiar with the local area. Using them to harass and attack the Japanese would have a greater effect.
As for the officers and soldiers of their Northern Jiangsu Corps, they were hiding in the dark as the main force, waiting for opportunities in this area to find fighters, and then eating the Japanese one by one.
"Every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the country. It is the unshirkable responsibility of every Chinese to fight the Japanese. So when you go back, you can also send a message to the fellow villagers for me. Not only you, but anyone who can kill the Japanese can take the Japanese head and prove it."
Come to our Northern Jiangsu Guerrilla Corps to receive the reward."
Yang Ling was equivalent to issuing a reward order to the Japanese. Now he could awaken some people to resist Japan by promoting patriotism, but the effect was limited, and most people would be wise to protect themselves.
But with the reward order, more people who seek money or have the opportunity to kill the Japs will take action. For the Japs, this area will become dangerous.
Yang Ling wanted to turn this area into a graveyard for the Japanese, so that the Japanese would not dare to leave the camp alone, or even squad-level troops to go out alone, ending the history of a few Japanese occupying a town.
Yang Ling believed that driven by profit, many people would take action. As for the bounty, he was not too worried. After all, the people and local armed forces were limited in killing enemies, and it was impossible to kill the Japanese on a large scale. The main thing was to look at their main strength.
force.
Everyone rushed to ask Yang Ling about various details. Yang Ling answered them one by one well prepared. Everyone was very satisfied with Yang Ling's arrangement.
When they followed Yang Ling's Northern Jiangsu Guerrilla Corps to fight the Japanese, they not only provided them with guns, food and ammunition, but they also received rewards for killing Japanese soldiers, and pensions for those who died in battle.
Such a good thing is like a pie in the world, and they will naturally not refuse it. It is much more cost-effective than risking the condemnation of their conscience to rob their own people.
"Sir Yang, then we have so many teams, we must have a commander, right?"
After everything was discussed, Zhang Baozi raised a final question, which was also the question they were most concerned about.
Everyone is a prominent figure in the local area, and they all have about the same amount of troops. No one obeys anyone, so they are very concerned about who takes the command. After all, it is a matter of face.
Yang Ling smiled slightly and said: "You are mainly cooperating with our guerrilla corps in fighting and are under my direct command. You should still lead your original troops and fight alone, so there is no need to set up a separate command."
Yang Ling's answer made them slightly stunned. Although they felt a little unwilling to be the commander, they felt much more balanced after seeing that others could not be the commander.
"Then when will we start fighting the Japanese?" Xiao Yan asked, staring at Yang Ling.
"When you go back, bring your team to Jiesou for training. I will send officers to teach you guerrilla warfare. Once you pass the training, you can start fighting alone."
Although these local armed forces are familiar with the local terrain, their military quality is not high after all. If they come into contact with the Japanese, they will die, so Yang Ling plans to give them a centralized training first to improve their combat effectiveness.