Hearing that Chen Feng was back, Battalion Commander Cheng was overjoyed and immediately looked towards Chen Feng who was walking in.
“How are the casualties of the Teng County Detachment?”
Chen Feng's face was somewhat heavy as he reported the situation.
“Due to the enemy’s stealthy deployment, the County Detachment managed to evacuate in time, but they were pursued by the enemy during the breakout, leading to some casualties.”
“However, the Teng County Detachment dealt a heavy blow to the enemy this time.”
“Chen Ping An, tell the Battalion Commander about your findings.”
“Yes!” Chen Ping An responded loudly.
He then recounted the Ninth Squad's engagement in blocking the enemy.
Battalion Commander Cheng was stunned after hearing this, filled with shock.
11 people blocking 80+, including 15 Japanese soldiers, not only completed it, but almost completely wiped out the enemy?
Is this blocking?
It's clearly an annihilation battle!
When did the County Detachment have such a talent?
One person killed nearly 20 enemies?!
He was able to kill two Japanese soldiers in a bayonet fight with one person?!
He hit the target at 300 meters?!
He also devised the tactics?!
This… this kind of talent is a treasure for the army!
Thinking about this.
Battalion Commander Cheng suddenly had an idea.
Bringing him in as a squad leader, or even a platoon leader would be great.
However, the Teng County Detachment was established not long ago and had just been encircled and suppressed. It seemed inappropriate to transfer such a combat hero away at this time.
He would first find an opportunity to sound out Zhang Liang.
“This is truly a rare talent～”
“Alright, now that the County Detachment has been hit, for safety's sake, Chen Ping An, you will take a platoon to protect the security of the base area.”
“Also, talk to Su Yang more, and see if he is willing to come to the 772nd Regiment as a squad leader?”
Chen Ping An: “Yes!”
“Go～” Battalion Commander Cheng waved his hand, and then had someone notify the division headquarters about the County Detachment’s safe breakout.
...
On the other side.
Chenjia Village.
The County Detachment’s new base area.
With the support of the 772nd Regiment’s First Battalion, the County Detachment’s personnel, civilians, and key personnel were all accommodated.
And treated.
At this time, Su Yang once again experienced the hardships of the army. The logistical support was too poor, and injuries only received simple treatment.
If they were seriously injured, whether they could survive depended entirely on their own perseverance.
But Su Yang knew that even if they could persevere, it would be difficult for them to recover.
And during this period, they were extremely susceptible to infection.
After all, there was a serious shortage of medicines.
Especially antibiotic drugs.
Many people died or became disabled because of infected wounds that were not treated.
This made Su Yang deeply realize the importance of medicines.
He silently vowed to work hard to learn about this field of knowledge and solve this problem.
However, the top priority now was to recover.
In this battle, Su Yang also suffered several injuries, but fortunately they were all minor.
Although he was recovering from his injuries, Su Yang did not sit idle. Instead, he used this time to learn medical knowledge and learn from the ‘doctor’.
What Su Yang didn't know was that during his recovery, Chen Ping An had been ‘dropping hints’ to Zhang Liang, laying the groundwork to transfer Su Yang to the 772nd Regiment.
What Zhang Liang didn't expect was that the condition Battalion Commander Cheng proposed was for Su Yang to become a squad leader.
That's a regular regiment!
Not one that doesn't have an official designation.
Although it was just a squad leader, it wasn't so easy to become one.
Su Yang was a squad leader before, it seems that Battalion Commander Cheng had given him due attention after learning about Su Yang’s deeds.
“Chen Company Commander, let me be direct. If Su Yang is willing, I have no problem with it.”
“However, you promised me not to go back on your word.”
“Of course!” Chen Ping An nodded cheerfully and thanked him: “I thank you on behalf of the Battalion Commander.”
“I will go find Su Yang to talk to him when the time is right.”
Zhang Liang nodded slightly: “Don't thank me too soon, we still don't know if Su Yang is willing.”
Chen Ping An smiled confidently: “I believe he will agree.”
It's not easy for a militiaman to become a regular soldier, let alone becoming a squad leader directly.
Therefore, Chen Ping An was very confident about this.
Then.
The two chatted a lot about Su Yang's situation.
......
A few days later.
Chen Ping An received a letter from the regiment headquarters, and then instructed the communications officer: “Go and tell Su Yang to come here.”
“Yes!”
At this time, Zhang Liang walked in with a smile and said: “No need to go, I've already sent someone to notify him.”
He also held up the commendation letter from the County Committee.
Chen Ping An was slightly taken aback after seeing it.
Second-Class Merit!
Awarded the title of Combat Hero?!
Promoted to District Captain?!
This… this is a competition for people!
“Old Zhang, you…”
Zhang Liang directly interrupted Chen Ping An's words and laughed: “Chen Company Commander, this is a commendation from the County Committee.”
“Besides, Su Yang and the Ninth Squad have made such great contributions, this promotion is only natural.”
For a moment, Chen Ping An was unable to retort.
After all, he had a point.
At this time, Su Yang arrived at the courtyard gate and shouted loudly: “Reporting～”
“Captain, what do you need me for?”
“Su Yang is here, come in～” Zhang Liang enthusiastically stepped forward and said: “This is the commendation letter and letter of appointment for you and the Ninth Squad from the County Committee.”
“Take a look～”
Su Yang took the letter and looked at it, his face filled with surprise.
Collective Second-Class Merit!
He was awarded the title of Combat Hero!
And directly promoted to Captain?
This… the promotion was too fast.
Captain is equivalent to a company-level cadre in the regular army.
Our army's armed forces are divided into: Main Force, Local Armed Forces, and Militia.
The County Detachment is the representative institution of the Local Armed Forces.
It belongs to non-regular forces, and its organizational structure is not strict. Generally speaking, the number of people in the County Detachment will not exceed 500.
Otherwise, it could be upgraded to an “Independent Regiment” in the Local Armed Forces.
Or an Independent Battalion.
Before Su Yang could recover, Chen Ping An beside him couldn't hold back and stepped forward and said: “Su Yang, in light of your outstanding performance, I extend an invitation to you on behalf of the 772nd Regiment.”
“The Battalion Commander said that considering your performance and abilities, he has decided to grant you…”
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