The rain continued continuously, and even though it was mid-May, the temperature was so low due to the rain that even in the morning, white mist could be seen.
In the early morning of May 15th, the order from superiors was still not received. Not only did the telegraph room of the headquarters not receive it, but the radio station in Novgomel only broadcast unilaterally as usual. In this way, we can be sure that the communication
The equipment was not affected by the rain. The reason why the order was not received was because the superior did not send the order at all.
For five days, the superiors seemed to disappear. If they were doing radio silence for confidentiality, the confidentiality was too tight.
Yang Mingzhi didn't know how long the wait would be, let alone the timing of the Kharkov offensive in this dimension.
This anxious scene reminded him of when he was a teenager. In that dimension, the college entrance examination was a must-pass hurdle for students. At that time, the college entrance examination still had to fill in the application form first and then the scores would be released, and the school to which he applied would not release the score line at the same time.
It's not fixed. Before the score line is released, these are the most difficult days.
Looking forward to its arrival, but afraid of not being able to accept the fact that it will come.
On this day, Yang Mingzhi came to the headquarters as usual and continued to sit here.
Compared with the previous two days, today's rainfall was significantly lighter, the air was moist, and the fine raindrops moistened the entire earth like rain and mist.
There are no dry areas on the flat ground, except for the roads in military camps and residential areas. Because they were deliberately compacted and then laid with cinders, they were barely even after being soaked by rain.
This kind of weather is still not suitable for military training. The soldiers stay in the dormitory and repeat the work of dismantling, robbing and assembling to kill boredom.
There are also some veterans who have experienced hundreds of battles. They know best that rest time is hard-won. Such people are particularly active during meals. After eating, they run back to the dormitory and wrap themselves in blankets to sleep. This is not a sign of laziness. Veterans always
Bai boasts that he is keeping fat. Only in this way can he reserve enough fat to cope with the next expedition.
The rain became lighter and lighter. In the afternoon, it gradually stopped and the weather turned cloudy. In the evening, the sunset actually appeared in the west.
The sun has already set in the west, and this sunset glow is indeed the first ray of sunshine in several days!
After a rain, many people still fell ill, but fortunately it was not as serious as it was half a month ago. One reason is that after the villagers' food rations were increased, their overall physical fitness has improved, and their resistance has also increased.
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For the sick patient, Carambola's method of boiling radish soup instead of medicine actually worked to a certain extent. This surprised Yang Mingzhi, but during this period, his wife had to stay in the hospital all night to take care of the patient.
This day seemed to be the same as usual. The only difference was that after the rain stopped completely in the evening, all the soldiers who had rested for several days came out to do exercises.
The assembly horn of each unit suddenly sounded, directly interrupting the chat of senior officers in the headquarters.
"The rain has stopped, it's time for the hibernating guys to come out and get some air!" Yevlov lazily stood up. He had been chatting with his old friend all afternoon, and it was time to stand up and rub his numb buttocks.
During this period, Sorkina also acted as an orderly, ordering tea and pouring water for the generals who were chatting. She was not only busy with her work, but also listened carefully to what her superiors said.
Because she was present, Yang Mingzhi also asked about Liu Hongxiu's situation. Sorkina's answer was straightforward: "Periya has been studying in the dormitory these days, and she will try to memorize all the code books in a short time.
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In this way, there was more talk about the child Liu Hongxiu.
Yevlov twisted his old waist and asked: "Berekov, you should also go out for a walk. For example, give a lecture to the soldiers."
Yang Mingzhi shook his head: "Forget it, I don't want to use dirty leather shoes. After all, my wife is a busy person now and she doesn't have time to wipe them for me."
"You are kidding! I know what you are thinking. You are worried that the orders from your superiors will be conveyed just after you leave."
"Hey! You guessed it right!" Yang Mingzhi stood up suddenly, stretched out his arms and sighed: "Who can say for sure about this kind of thing? Sometimes we just relax our vigilance, and the information comes! As the commander, I have an obligation
I received the order from my superiors as soon as possible! Look, tonight I will be in the headquarters office, using a few wooden stools to make a bed, so I can make do with sleeping."
Yevlov took his words as a joke, but he did not break his promise. In the lounge next to the headquarters office, Yang Mingzhi ordered a temporary bed to be made, and he took practical actions to prepare for staying up late.
Why does he question this? This is metaphysics.
Yang Mingzhi estimated that if time is delayed any longer, the Kharkov offensive battle will not be fought. The battle will either not be fought, or it will be fought in the next few days! And before the battle, the 63rd Army will definitely receive orders!
For dinner, he also ate some potatoes and drank some catfish and mushroom soup at the headquarters. This meal was the same as that of ordinary soldiers. He was busy with his thoughts, so not only did he eat an ordinary dinner, but he also had a small amount of food. Even the sausages enjoyed by senior officers were not eaten by him.
If you are happy, you will give them to the girls on duty in the telegraph room, and add the following sentence: "The superiors may send telegrams at any time. You must stay vigilant. Take these sausages as a reward."
The commander's actions illustrated a very simple situation. Under the calm conditions of the Guerrilla Republic, the situation on the battlefield was indeed undercurrent. Yevlov and Fomin were also keenly aware of a hint of murderous intent in the air. Therefore, these men again
After dinner, the nonsense started.
The topic is no longer about women and reminiscing about the past, it is all about war.
Everyone talked about the current Soviet-German war, then talked about Western Europe, then the conversation turned to the Far East and China, and finally to the Pacific Ocean. This world war broke out in two vast battlefields, one in the entire Europe and surrounding areas, and the other in distant places.
of East Asia and the vast Pacific.
Yang Mingzhi is still very clear about the history of the Pacific War. This month, the United States and Japan are supposed to launch a naval battle in the Coral Sea. No matter what the outcome of the battle is, it cannot change the United States' huge national power and advanced science and technology.
One hundred and thirty-seven million citizens defeated Japan.
Japan's defeat and Germany's defeat are inevitable, but in this war, a large number of coincidences will lead to a large number of unpredictable results.
Yang Mingzhi chatted too happily with them and simply said: "Soon, the United States will have a strategic decisive battle with Japan, and the Japanese navy will suffer a huge setback in this battle."
"Oh? So this is still your prediction?" Fu Ming's tone was teasing, and his mind was clear and he remembered Yang Mingzhi's words firmly.
Yang Mingzhi also kept an eye on him. He suddenly realized that he was speechless and said quickly: "Their decisive battle is inevitable, just like we also have to find the main force of the German army for the decisive battle. Guerrilla warfare can only contain the enemy in the rear, and it is like countless
Mosquitoes suck blood bit by bit, and then spread diseases. What can completely defeat the enemy is a strategic decisive battle between the main forces.
So what we can do is to wreak havoc in the enemy-occupied areas as much as possible. We have been bleeding the enemy for a long time. In the end, when the strategic decisive battle occurs, the main force of our army will face a sick man. This is what we can do for this war.
The greatest contribution you can make.”
Yang Mingzhi changed the topic and started talking about guerrilla warfare again. He also said some concluding remarks and even commented on the guerrilla movement. Fu Ming did not dare to neglect and quickly took out his notebook to record...