Bright Sword: Technology is the primary productive force in war

Chapter 153 The Chief's Suspicion

The two of them could not calm down for a long time after seeing the order of Chen Yan's dismissal.

What kind of crime would it be to be expelled from the organization? Since the establishment of the Eighth Route Army, no one has ever been expelled except traitors and spies who have infiltrated our party. Especially when Chen Yan has a lot of military merits, it seems that things have reached a critical moment for survival.

Li Yunlong was spinning around on the ground in a panic, and Zhao Gang was completely panicked and had no idea what to do.

"Lao Zhao, why don't we both bow our heads and tell the truth to our leader. Maybe there will be a way out of this matter."

Zhao Gang, who never smoked, took a cigarette from Li Yunlong's pocket:

“Haha, it’s too late.

If the leaders knew that Chen Er robbed Ping'an County in order to privately build a military factory, what a crime it would be.

Wouldn't his superiors suspect that he was setting up his own faction and wanted to rebel?

But don't forget, Chen Er is now the brigade commander, and he is planning to recruit 18,000 soldiers. A few years ago, this would have made him a local lord. What do you think his superiors will think?

If it goes wrong, he will be shot directly."

"Old Zhao, I beg you to stop analyzing. If you continue like this, Chen'er will be on his seventh day of life."

Zhao Gang sighed helplessly, "Oh, it's a dead end."

On the other side, the commander returned to the operations room.

At this time, the chief of staff, division commander, political director and other senior Eighth Route Army officials were all standing in the room waiting.

The commander was intimidating without being angry. "You've heard about Chen Yan's affairs, right? Old Wang, you talk so fast. I think your job as director of the political department is almost over."

Director Wang of the Political Department was about to say something, but when he saw the commander's look, he swallowed it back.

Instead, the teacher said impatiently:

"Commander, how could you fire Chen Yan? You are well aware of his abilities."

The commander said with a frown:

"What? Are you questioning my decision?"

At this time, the division commander was sweating profusely, "Commander, that's not what I meant. It's just that Chen Yan is a rare general. I just think it's a pity for the Eighth Route Army to lose him. Wouldn't it be like giving him away to others in vain?"

"Huh? Are you afraid that President Jiang is thinking about him?"

"Yes, that's for sure. Chen Yan has created so many battlefield legends in the past year, and President Jiang is worried that he won't have the opportunity to take action. Aren't you doing a losing business?"

"Bullshit, that's how you settle accounts.

Our Eighth Route Army is a disciplined force. Without iron discipline, how can we win the trust of the people and be invincible on the battlefield?

Chen Yan is becoming more and more daring now. He dares to give the order to attack the county town?

Does he still have the organization in his eyes, and me as the commander? He thinks I am just a decoration!

If all the troops below are of the same character as him and do whatever they want, we should all disband as soon as possible."

Seeing the commander spitting out anger, everyone below was completely depressed.

"Let me give you a heads-up. Keep an eye on your soldiers. If another Chen Yan shows up, don't blame me for turning my back on you. It's not impossible for me to implement a system of collective responsibility."

Hearing this, these famous leaders in Chinese history trembled uncontrollably.

What is collective punishment? That means punishing all nine generations of the clan!

In other words, if the soldiers under their command make mistakes, these brigade commanders and division commanders will suffer as well.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the room was so oppressive that everyone could hardly breathe.

At this time the chief of staff hurriedly tried to smooth things over, "Okay, the commander is angry, you all go back first."

Watching everyone leave one after another, the chief of staff asked the clerks, guards and others in the room to leave, leaving only him and the commander.

"Commander, are you really going to give up Xiao Chen?

After all, the trouble this kid caused is manageable, and the team didn't suffer any loss, so expelling him is not too harsh."

The chief of staff also sided with Chen Yan in his heart, and used the word "child" apparently trying to play the emotional card.

"Are you here to plead for him as well?"

The chief of staff smiled and did not answer, but said:

"You made such a big fuss this time because of Li Yunlong and Zhao Gang's attitude."

"Old brother, I can't hide it from anyone but you!

Yes, it was because of their attitude that I was scared.

Our Eighth Route Army is the people's army, not anyone's private property, and our troops are not thugs of any employer.

And look at the current state of the Independent Brigade. This brat Chen Yan is simply covering the sky with one hand, and Xiao Liu doesn't care at all. Now even when I, the commander, speak, do Li Yunlong and Zhao Gang listen?

I smelled a hint of danger yesterday, and I must suppress this evil trend while it is still in its infancy."

The commander had a love-hate relationship with Chen Yan. When talking about him, his face became haggard.

The chief of staff poured a cup of tea and placed it in front of the commander, and said cautiously:

"Commander, you are right. The team's atmosphere must be rectified, especially in times of war. A single move can affect the entire body. Our Eighth Route Army's life is already hard and we cannot withstand any storm."

Suddenly the commander looked at the chief of staff with deep eyes, "Old brother, do you also think that Chen Yan has gone astray?"

Hearing this, the chief of staff felt a little nervous. After thinking for a while, he said meaningfully:

"Whether a cadre's Party spirit is strong or not can only be truly known through testing.

But we should not easily deny the achievements of a comrade."

The commander stared at the chief of staff and couldn't calm down for a long time.

At the same time, Chen Yan and the monk launched a feint attack to the west of the city. After fighting for a while, they immediately retreated to the Minxiang Lane in the south of the city and hid.

In the underground party liaison station, Li San looked at Rudi who had just treated Gouwazi's wound and asked anxiously:

"How is he now?"

"The medicines were delivered in a timely manner. I have treated all the infected areas. His life should be saved. I will continue to observe him tonight."

At this time, Hua Laoguai hurriedly walked in from outside the door.

"Captain Li, I just got some information. The Japanese have imposed martial law since last night. Every street is heavily guarded. I wonder how Brigade Commander Chen is doing now."

"Uncle Hua, I'm sorry to trouble you."

"We are all family, what you said is not true. I am just worried about the safety of Brigade Commander Chen. Should we take any action next?"

Li San looked at the unconscious Gouwazi lying on the hospital bed, and a feeling of helplessness arose in his heart.

If Da Biao and I could break through, it would not be a problem. But now there is a bedridden patient, and I am really powerless!

And there is a girl in the west wing. It seems that my eldest brother has some unclear relationship with her. If she becomes my eldest sister-in-law in the future, I will have to protect her with my life!

At this time, as the highest decision maker here, Li San racked his brains but was still helpless.

It's impossible to leave now. If we don't leave, the Japanese will find here sooner or later.

How great is this!