ebookland Chapter 258: The Secret Camp Plan in the Mountains and Interesting Stories about the Modern Base
Chapter 258: The Secret Camp Plan in the Mountains and Interesting Stories about the Modern Base
After Lei Tao and Hu Hansi reunited with Chen Feiyang and the others, they heard the sounds of intense gunfire coming from the direction of the thermobaric bomb explosion. Lei Tao's brow furrowed, his expression grim, his mind racing as he rapidly weighed the pros and cons. The situation was chaotic and unclear, with undercurrents surging between various factions. Blind action would only increase the risk.
After careful consideration, Lei Tao made up his mind and said to his team members, "Brothers, let's not rush into this mess head-on. I plan to lead the team to the mountains first and reunite with the Eighth Route Army task force. It's hidden there, and we can set up a secret camp and lie dormant. During this time, we should improve our combat effectiveness. Only when our own strength is strong, we will have the confidence to deal with any situation in the future."
The team members nodded, their eyes filled with determination as they quickly packed their bags and prepared to embark on the journey deep into the mountains. They packed their weapons and ammunition, checked their guns for integrity, and packed plenty of rations and water bottles. Hu Hansi even packed some first aid medicine, just in case.
Along the way, they carefully avoided Japanese patrol routes. The path was difficult to navigate due to the dense thorns in the mountains. Their clothes were torn by the thorns, and their faces were scratched with blood. But no one complained of fatigue, and they supported each other as they moved forward.
After a difficult journey, they finally arrived at the agreed rendezvous point with the Eighth Route Army task force the next morning. Xu Guangrong, the team's captain, had been waiting there. Upon seeing Lei Tao and his group, he rushed forward and excitedly shook Lei Tao's hand, saying, "You're finally safe. We've been waiting anxiously for you all this time."
Xu Guangrong brought Lei Tao and the others to the task force's temporary camp, where they sat together. Lei Tao detailed the journey and his plan for establishing a secret camp. After listening, Xu Guangrong paused and said, "Lei Tao, your idea is good. This deep mountain is indeed well-hidden, perfect for us to recuperate. Furthermore, we can train together, share combat experience, and improve our overall combat effectiveness."
Everyone immediately began discussing the specifics of setting up the secret camp. One person suggested choosing a valley, a strategic location that would be easily defended but difficult to attack. Another suggested setting traps around the camp to prevent a surprise attack by the Japanese. After the discussion, everyone clearly divided the work: some would search for a suitable location, some would gather the necessary materials, and still others would maintain vigilance.
Lei Tao and Xu Guangrong, along with several other team members, surveyed the mountains and forests. They climbed mountain after mountain, carefully examining every inch of the terrain. Finally, they found their ideal location in a valley. Surrounded by mountains, it was accessible only by a narrow path, making it a well-hidden spot.
After securing the location, everyone got busy. Some were chopping trees, some were moving rocks, and some were building houses. Despite the challenging conditions, everyone worked with unwavering enthusiasm. After several days of hard work, the secret camp was finally complete.
The secret camp housed dormitories, a dining hall, an armory, and a training ground. Everyone began their intense training according to plan. Every morning, before daybreak, the team members gathered for physical training: running, push-ups, sit-ups. During the day, they trained in shooting, combat, and tactical coordination. In the evening, everyone gathered to exchange combat experiences and review any shortcomings in their training.
After settling down in the secret camp, Lei Tao decided to use the Bagua Gyro Space System to return to the modern safe house. A flash of white light revealed him inside. Lei Tao didn't bother to rest, but simply cleaned himself up before hurriedly driving to the familiar mercenary base.
Upon arriving at the base's gate, Lei Tao saw the familiar Russian veteran guarding the gate, engaged in a heated argument with a Chinese comrade. The Russian veteran, a burly man with a full beard, waved his sturdy arms and shouted, "Your Wu Song couldn't possibly have killed a tiger! That's an absolute exaggeration! Tigers are incredibly ferocious here. How could someone kill one with their bare hands?"
The Chinese comrades were not to be outdone. They straightened their backs and raised their voices in response: "Old Russian, if you don't understand, don't talk nonsense! Wu Song was a tiger-slaying hero. He was extremely strong, and the situation forced him to do so. With that kind of courage and strength, it was impossible for him to kill a tiger."
The Russian veteran frowned, his face full of confusion. He spread his hands and said, "But the tiger is fast and has sharp claws. How can people avoid it? Even if you have the strength, it's hard to get close to it."
Comrade Hua Xia quickly explained, "Wu Song is no ordinary man. He drank a lot of wine, which made him even more courageous. He also seized the opportunity, rode on the tiger's back, and punched the tiger's head with his fists, which subdued the tiger."
The Russian veteran was still skeptical and scratched his head: "This is incredible. In our understanding, when facing a tiger, people can only run away."
Comrade Hua Xia was a little anxious and stamped his feet, saying, "If you don't believe me, go read Water Margin. It's clearly written there. Wu Song fighting the tiger is a real thing."
Lei Tao couldn't help but smile as he listened to the argument between the two, temporarily forgetting the fatigue of the journey.
Lei Tao parked the car steadily at the entrance of the mercenary base. As soon as he opened the door, he heard the Russian veteran and his Chinese comrade arguing about Wu Song fighting the tiger. He quickly walked to the back of the car, opened the trunk, and took out two bottles of vodka. He shouted at the two men, "Big Crooked Goat, instead of talking about Wu Song here, why don't you come and drink!"
Hearing the shout, the Russian veteran and his Chinese comrade turned their heads simultaneously. The Russian veteran's eyes lit up instantly at the sight of the vodka, a smile breaking out on his tense face. He quickly walked towards Lei Tao, muttering, "Oh, my good friend, you're finally here! This vodka is just in time!" The Chinese comrade also followed with a smile, but he kept muttering, "Old Russian, this isn't over yet. Let's talk about Wu Song together after we finish our drinks."
Lei Tao handed a bottle of vodka to the Russian veteran and another to his Chinese comrade, saying with a smile, "Drink first. This is authentic. Try it." The Russian veteran unscrewed the bottle cap expertly, tilted his head back and took a big gulp. His throat rolled, and he made a satisfied "gulp" sound. After finishing the drink, he smacked his lips and gave a thumbs up: "It still tastes the same. It's so authentic!" The Chinese comrade took a cautious sip, coughed a few times due to the spiciness of the wine, and his face flushed: "This wine is really strong."
The three of them stood at the entrance of the base, drinking and chatting. The Russian veteran put his arm around Lei Tao's shoulder and said, "Lei, your presence has finally freed me from this Wu Song 'mystery.'" His Chinese comrade immediately retorted, "What mystery? It's just your lack of experience." He took another sip of his wine, as if to bolster his confidence.
Lei Tao smiled and tried to smooth things over: "Alright, alright, stop arguing. I came here today for business." The Russian veteran asked curiously: "What business? You're so anxious you didn't even drink water to get here." Lei Tao was about to speak when his Chinese comrade suddenly slapped his head: "Wait, can you tell me the truth first? Can Wu Song kill the tiger?" The Russian veteran heard this and became excited again: "That's right, tell me, I really can't figure it out."
Lei Tao smiled helplessly, put down the bottle, and said seriously: "This story of Wu Song fighting the tiger is a literary work, and there is an element of artistic exaggeration. But judging from the story, Wu Song has extraordinary courage and strength. Add to that the situation at the time, and it's not completely impossible. However, let's not argue about it, just drink."
The three of them drank a few more sips of wine, and the atmosphere became more harmonious. The Russian veteran patted Lei Tao on the back and said, "Anyway, we had a great time drinking today. If you need any help, just ask." The Chinese comrade also nodded in agreement, "Yes, we are all family, don't hesitate." Lei Tao looked at the two of them, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart, thinking that with their help, this mission might be much smoother.