Chapter 76

Leitao moved with the stealth of a phantom, successfully flanking the Japanese Army to reach deep behind their lines at the Teng County battlefield. He weighed his options: assassinate high-ranking officers to throw the Japanese command structure into chaos; shell the Japanese command center to disrupt their operational plans; or destroy the Japanese ammunition depot to cripple their fighting strength. At this moment, the scene below the walls of Teng County was apocalyptic. The Japanese Army surged forward like a crashing tide, a dense, dark cloud of figures pressing heavily upon the city. Under the weight of this massive encirclement, the Sichuan Army was holding on with stubborn tenacity despite their lack of equipment and supplies. Leitao’s eyes were sharp as a falcon’s as he locked onto an artillery position belonging to a regiment under the 33rd Brigade of Isogai Rensuke’s 10th Division. This battery was like a viper flicking its tongue, posing a grave threat to the defenders of Teng County. After a meticulous reconnaissance, Leitao was delighted to discover more than ten ammunition trucks parked just thirty meters behind the artillery line—a golden opportunity gifted by the heavens. A faint smile touched his lips as he muttered, "Is fate helping me today? Little devils, your end has arrived."