jdhmnovel Chapter 380: 38 The big cover cuts off the head and tail, and the bullet is engraved with words
Chapter 380: 38 The big cover cuts off the head and tail, and the bullet is engraved with words
At dawn, the village was still shrouded in silence, broken only by the occasional chirping of birds in the woods. Lei Tao had already begun his morning exercises in the open field, performing a set of boxing techniques that blended Tai Chi and Xingyiquan with such fluidity that fallen leaves swirled around him wherever his fists reached, creating a unique spectacle.
Suddenly, Erhu passed by humming a tuneless little song. When he saw this scene, he was instantly frozen in place, staring with his eyes wide open, mouth wide open, "Oh my God! Brother Lei, what kind of Kung Fu are you practicing? How come it's so powerful!" The high-decibel exclamation instantly broke the tranquility of the early morning.
Lei Tao stopped boxing and looked at Erhu with a smile. Erhu ran up to Lei Tao, his face flushed, his voice trembling with excitement: "Brother Lei, you have to teach me this kung fu. I want to learn it so badly! I promise that once I learn it, I will only use it to fight the Japanese and traitors. If I break my oath, I will be struck by lightning!" As he spoke, he patted his chest vigorously.
Lei Tao looked at Erhu's earnest expression and had an idea: if he could teach these martial arts to the brothers in the village, it would not only improve their strength, but also enhance their friendship and be of great help to the anti-Japanese cause. So, Lei Tao readily agreed and said, "Okay, Erhu, now you want to learn some of my martial arts moves, some of which are not very realistic. Learning martial arts is not something that can be done overnight, but I can teach you some moves that can be used to kill the devils, but these moves can only be used against the devils and traitors."
At this time, many bandits gathered around, all of them talking at once, expressing their strong desire to learn martial arts. Scarface Li also strode over, looking at the enthusiastic brothers, then at Lei Tao, his face full of satisfaction: "Brother Lei, you have given our stronghold a huge gift! With these martial arts skills, we brothers will be more confident in fighting the Japanese in the future!"
Lei Tao smiled and replied, "Boss, you're too kind. We're all here to drive the Japanese out of China, so we should help each other." Lei Tao immediately discussed a systematic training plan with Scarface Li. Considering the bandits had little prior martial arts training, the training had to start with the most basic physical fitness and reflexes.
Every day, as the sky barely cracked at dawn, the mountain stronghold erupted in a steady, powerful chant. Lei Tao not only led the bandits on long-distance runs along the rugged mountain roads to build their endurance, but also turned to the members of the "Ghost" squad with a serious expression, "As professional warriors, we must maintain peak condition and redouble our training." Without hesitation, the "Ghost" squad members unanimously obeyed and quickly plunged into intense training. With nimble posture and a firm stride, they traversed the winding mountain roads alongside the bandits, their clothes drenched in sweat, yet not a single one complained of fatigue.
Next came strength training, where everyone worked together to lift heavy rocks and massive logs. Despite the arduous training, everyone's muscles ached from the exertion, but no one flinched. Lei Tao strictly controlled the intensity of the training, assigning the "Netherworld" team additional weight-bearing tasks. The team members carried heavy logs and struggled forward under the scorching sun, sweat dripping like rain, but they gritted their teeth and persevered.
Lei Tao began teaching martial arts techniques with simple, practical close combat skills. He patiently demonstrated each move, explaining in detail how to punch more powerfully and how to kick for a decisive blow. "When punching, you must concentrate all your strength on your fist and leverage the power of your waist rotation to deliver a powerful blow." As he explained, Lei Tao personally demonstrated the techniques to the bandits and the "Ghost" team. He also had them practice in pairs while he carefully observed and corrected any errors.
When it came to teaching the key killing move, Lei Tao looked extremely serious: "This move is specially used to deal with the Japanese bayonet charge. When the Japanese stab you, you must quickly dodge sideways, block with your arms, and then use your knees to hit the opponent's abdomen. Remember, the movements must be fast, accurate, and ruthless!" The bandits and members of the "Netherworld" team listened attentively, their eyes fixed on Lei Tao's movements, not missing any details.
During a break in training, Erhu came up to Lei Tao and asked with a puzzled look on his face: "Brother Lei, I have a question. Why do some moves require coordination with breathing?" Lei Tao patiently explained: "Reasonable breathing can allow you to exert better force and stay calm at critical moments. For example, exhaling when punching can completely release the power in your body." Erhu nodded thoughtfully, and quickly tried to adjust his breathing according to what Lei Tao said, and practiced seriously.
Chen Feiyang from the Netherworld team took advantage of the break to walk over to Lei Tao and said, panting, "Brother Lei, although this training is intense, we all feel very rewarding and feel like we've become much stronger." Lei Tao patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him, "Keep it up. Only by sweating more in peacetime can we bleed less in battle."
As the training schedule progressed, the village was bustling with activity. The bandits' physiques grew more agile, their punches and kicks powerful and powerful, their combat awareness and abilities significantly enhanced. The "Ghost" squad, redoubled in their training, developed seamless coordination and tacit understanding, each member's tactical proficiency and combat skills reaching new heights. Lei Tao moved among the training group, guiding their movements and sharing his experience. His bond with the village's inhabitants deepened, and they looked upon him with trust and admiration, viewing him as a pillar of support and a close friend.
During a break in training, Lei Tao found Scarface Li and said seriously: "Boss, take us to see the munitions in stock so that we can have a better idea of how to optimize the equipment." Scarface Li readily agreed and took Lei Tao to the secret arsenal.
Pushing open the heavy wooden door, an old smell hit me in the face. In the dim light, various guns and ammunition boxes were placed in a mess. Lei Tao walked in, his eyes wandering among the weapons. He squatted down to carefully check the ammunition, picked up the guns and checked them one by one, and soon he had an idea. He picked up a Type 38 rifle and said, "Captain Li, the Type 38 rifle of the Japanese is quite accurate, but its lethality is not enough in close combat. I'm thinking about picking out a batch of them for modification, removing the excess parts of the buttstock and barrel, and engraving a cross on the head of the bullet. Although the range and accuracy will be affected, the close combat power will definitely double. We fight guerrilla warfare in the mountains and forests, and there are many opportunities for close combat. This modified gun will definitely come in handy."
Scarface Li listened, stroking his chin, a thoughtful look on his face. "Brother Lei, your idea is quite bold, but it does sound reasonable. We are in this mountain forest, and close combat with the Japanese is a common occurrence. Modifying this gun may really turn the tide of the battle. Okay, let's do as you say. Brothers will follow your command."
Lei Tao immediately selected several meticulous and skilled bandits, laid out his tools in an open area, and personally demonstrated the modification steps. With deft hands, he disassembled the gun, cut off the excess parts, and then, using a special carving knife, carved a neat cross pattern into the bullet's head. The bandits gathered in a circle, their eyes fixed on Lei Tao's movements, occasionally asking questions. Erhu even leaned in, his eyes fixed on him: "Brother Lei, is this bullet with the cross pattern really that powerful?"
Lei Tao patiently explained: "Erhu, a bullet engraved with a cross will deform and roll when it hits the target, causing a large and deep wound. Its lethality far exceeds that of ordinary bullets." Erhu rubbed his hands excitedly after hearing this: "Great! When the modification is finished, I will be the first to try it and kill more Japanese!"
After several days of hard work, the first batch of modified Type 38 rifles was completed. Lei Tao led the group to an open area behind the village for testing. He raised his rifle, aimed steadily at a distant tree, took a deep breath, and pulled the trigger. "Bang!" A crisp gunshot shattered the silence. The bullet, with a sharp whistling sound, shot out instantly, like a black lightning, hurtling straight towards the target. In the blink of an eye, the bullet struck the tree with a dull "pop" sound, and a fist-sized crater appeared in the tree. Wood chips flew out like snowflakes, scattering in all directions.
"Great!" "That's awesome!" Everyone was stunned for a moment, then erupted in a deafening cheer. Erhu's face flushed with excitement. He waved his fists and yelled at the top of his lungs, "Brother Lei, this gun is amazing! With this thing, killing the Japanese is as easy as cutting vegetables!"
Sanbao also jumped up excitedly, his eyes gleaming with excitement and anticipation. "Yes, yes, the Japs are in for a treat now! Let's see if they dare to run wild on our territory again!"
Scarface Li stood aside, a satisfied smile on his face. He walked over, patted Lei Tao on the shoulder, and exclaimed, "Brother Lei, you're a genius! If you hadn't come up with this idea, we wouldn't know how long we'd have to suffer the loss of weapons!"
Lei Tao smiled and waved his hand: "This is the result of everyone's joint efforts, and this is just the first step. Next, we have to continue research, constantly improve weapons, and enhance combat effectiveness."
Everyone nodded in agreement. Just then, the bandit on guard duty came running over, his face filled with anxiety. "Boss, Brother Lei, this is bad! A group of devils are rapidly approaching us, and they appear to be well prepared!"
Upon hearing this news, everyone's faces instantly turned serious. Lei Tao and Scarface Li exchanged glances and spoke almost simultaneously, "Everyone, assemble! Prepare for battle!"