As the Japanese Regimental Commander began to waver, the momentum of the Japanese troops—previously as unstoppable as a bamboo pole being split—collapsed instantly into total listlessness.
The Japanese brigade, one level higher than the regiment, had fallen into equal disarray. Reports of battle losses hammered the brigade headquarters like a heavy iron sledgehammer, quickly throwing their command into chaos.
"Baka! Order the regiments! Tell them they are absolutely forbidden from retreating! Use any means necessary to hold off the Chinese tanks! Our artillery will provide support soon; tell them to be patient and hold their positions!"
Chapter 492