Just at that moment, the Japanese commander leading the unit happened to catch sight of the position on the other flank teetering under the guerrillas' fierce assault and on the verge of being overrun. His expression shifted drastically, and without a moment's hesitation, he ordered his men, "All troops, break away from the engagement immediately and hurry over to provide support!"
Though the Japanese soldiers felt deeply reluctant, military orders were absolute. They swiftly turned and sprinted toward the friendly position, attempting to salvage the crumbling battle.
Just as the Japanese were preparing to withdraw, the guerrilla political instructor said to the others, "We can't let the Japanese slip away from right under our noses. Pin them down and don't let them go!"
Chapter 122