Han Baihang looked at Marshal Wu's disappointed and sad expression, and he felt uncomfortable in his heart. Ever since he accidentally came to the era of strife and turmoil in the Republic of China, he was still a tattered and worthless commoner. It was Marshal Wu who asked him to
After becoming a soldier, it was only through Marshal Wu's guidance over the years that I was able to achieve my current status.
Although he and the generals in his immediate circle had different opinions on combat methods over the years, Marshal Wu still supported him. However, today's situation was something that Han Baihang had never expected from the beginning to the end.
Han Baihang is familiar with the history of the Republic of China. He knows that Marshal Wu will one day fail, and he also knows that Zhang Zuolin will one day win. But what he doesn’t know is that he will surrender, and he doesn’t know that he will meet his old commander here again. All of this
It's always unpredictable and unexpected.
Looking at Dashuai Wu in front of him, Han Baihang felt guilty and couldn't bear to talk about his own affairs. He didn't ask Dashuai Wu for forgiveness, but he still hoped that Dashuai Wu could understand his difficulties and stop having such resentment towards him.
Han Baihang slowly narrated what happened along the way: "At that time, I led the third division to fight hard against Zhang Xueliang's third army near the nine gates. Although my third division was outnumbered, it repeatedly defeated the opponent.
However, until the end of the battle, the enemy's strength was several times greater than mine, and our entire third division was wiped out, and I was also injured in the battle!"
Han Baihang said, taking off his military coat to reveal the bandaged wound on his shoulder, and continued: "At that time, there were only about a hundred of my men left. They couldn't bear to watch me die, so they knocked me unconscious and carried me out.
. But when Feng Yuxiang surrendered at this time, Zhang Zuoxiang led a division of troops to surround us, and we were caught in the middle."
Han Baihang continued: "Commander, that is the strength of several divisions. We only have about a hundred people. At this time, I have planned to kill myself, but if I die, none of my brothers will survive. I can't bear to watch
They died with me, Marshal, they are still young!"
When Han Baihang reached an emotional point, he couldn't help but burst into tears. He didn't reach out to wipe his tears, but let them slide down slowly.
Although Wu Peifu was a bit arrogant, he had led troops on the battlefield for many years. He didn't know Han Baihang's difficulties. He asked one of his divisions to fight against one of the enemy's legions. Even if he could fight again, he could no longer overcome the numerical gap. There was no
Leading the troops to surrender was already a sign of loyalty, not to mention fighting a bloody battle in the end with only a hundred or so people left, which was already very difficult.
Wu Peifu, like an elder and an old friend, walked up and patted Han Baihang on the shoulder and said: "I know everything you said. It's not easy for you. It's not your fault. No one else can do anything about it."
If you want to do better, you can only blame me as a commander-in-chief for being incompetent. I played a good hand of cards and ended up like this. I am feeding a tiger and creating something like Feng Yuxiang. I regret that I didn't listen to you in the first place!
"
When the two met, the past events came to mind again, and they were filled with emotion for a while. After a while, Wu Peifu said: "Baihang, are you willing to attack Peking with me? When the time comes..."
Before Wu Peifu could finish speaking, Han Baihang interrupted him and said: "Commander, I am intercepting you here just to tell you that it is impossible to go to Peiping. It will not succeed. Commander, you can't reach Peiping with this small force."
We can only let Feng Jun make dumplings, which is impossible to succeed, Marshal!"
Wu Peifu's hopeful eyes gradually dimmed. He didn't know these truths, but this was his only chance to make a comeback. If he missed this opportunity, Wu Peifu might be like this for the rest of his life. Unlike Han Baihang, he didn't want Zhang Xueliang.
Their generation is still young, and he can no longer afford to lose.
Wu Peifu looked at the vast dark night, which was as dim as his journey this time. He asked himself if he were twenty years younger, with his own ability and self-confidence, why would he be so desperate? But now, he had to make such a decision
, he has no chance anymore. If he doesn't go this time, he may never have the chance to take over Peiping in this life. Wu Peifu is unwilling to give in!
He looked at the old man Han Baihang in front of him. He knew that if Han Baihang joined his team, his chances of winning might be greatly increased. But now it seems that everything is impossible. Since they have surrendered, why should he let them do it again?
As for the loyal ministers, besides, I don’t really have much chance of winning in the attack on Peking. If I drag Han Baihang with me, I will just die in vain. Why bother!
He finally withdrew his gaze and shouted to the engineers who were clearing mines in front of him: "Engineer platoon leader, come and see me!"
The engineer platoon leader who was directing demining in front heard Marshal Wu's order and immediately issued an order to continue demining. Then he carefully walked out of the minefield, came to Wu Peifu, and stood at attention.
Wu Peifu asked: "How is the queue in front going?"
The engineer platoon leader quickly replied: "Report to the commander, the demining is almost completed. There are not many mines ahead. The engineer platoon is working hard to complete the task. It is expected to be completed in ten minutes. Please give the commander's instructions!"
When Wu Peifu heard that he could set off in ten minutes, he felt relieved, but he felt sad again. We had to say goodbye, and he didn't know whether to win or lose. If the old people met again, they would probably end up fighting each other to the death.
Bai Hang also wanted to step forward to persuade Marshal Wu, but Wu Peifu had already decided to go. He insisted on attacking Peiping. This was the last dignity of a commander. He would rather die on the counterattack than live in defeat and live for the rest of his life.
Wu Peifu knew that they were about to part ways, so he stepped forward and took a look at Han Baihang, and said: "You and I are superior to each other, which is more or less a kindness. From now on, we will be enemies when we see each other again. Baihang, I, Wu Peifu, am already old.
, the world from now on belongs to you young people! I hope you can see clearly the situation in the world. I am afraid that our war should not be a war between Chinese people fighting their own people, but..."
Wu Peifu sighed: "But we should unanimously communicate to the outside world! Who doesn't understand this truth, but it is too difficult to do it! There is a lack of young people like this in the world, who can stand up and take up this national responsibility! I
It's not possible anymore, but you are still young. Remember, it is not good for your own people to beat your own people. If you have the ability to drive foreigners out of China, this is what a Chinese soldier should do most!"
