Bright Sword: Let my company hold off the Yamazaki Battalion

Chapter 13 New Position: Guard Regiment Commander! Chu Feng: "Minister Zhang, can I step down?

"The new Second Regiment? Kong Jie? Deputy Regiment Commander?"

Upon hearing the second option, Chu Feng was taken aback.

Good guy!

Did I just raid the stronghold of the "Iron Triangle" in northwestern Shanxi?

First he became Li Yunlong's chief of staff, and now he's Kong Jie's deputy regimental commander. Will he be sent to the New First Regiment to be Ding Wei's political commissar next?

When the thought crossed his mind, he couldn't help but want to laugh a little.

However, he held back in the end and decisively shook his head in refusal: "Brigade Commander, forget about the New Second Regiment, I don't want to go."

He went to serve as Li Yunlong's chief of staff because he was interested in the Japanese North China battlefield observation group; other opportunities held little appeal for Chu Feng.

As for the new Second Regiment, what about the deputy regimental commander?

Even if he's just someone's assistant, Chu Feng doesn't think he's only suited to playing a supporting role.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but recall the olive branch offered by Minister Zhang Wanhe.

"The only candidate in the General Logistics Department to become a regimental commander of the guard regiment? That seems like a pretty good choice!"

Seeing that Chu Feng refused without hesitation, the brigade commander shook his head: "Then let's talk about the third one."

"This isn't about being a deputy regimental commander or a chief of staff; it's about being a regimental commander."

Upon hearing this, Chu Feng's eyes lit up, and he leaned forward slightly, pretending to listen attentively.

"hehe!"

Seeing Chu Feng's reaction, the brigade commander immediately smiled. He guessed that Chu Feng wasn't interested in the first two options because he didn't want to be someone's deputy.

After all, being able to gain the qualification to study at the Anti-Japanese Military and Political University from the position of regimental chief of staff meant that his talent and ability were recognized by his superiors, who also hoped that he could take on responsibilities independently and become an outstanding commander.

The brigade commander didn't think Chu Feng was being overly ambitious.

"but!"

His smile faded, and the brigade commander's expression became much more serious: "This regiment hasn't been formed yet, and you'll need to handle it on your own after you take office."

"The good news is that we're not completely destitute; we have some resources, although there are mostly new recruits and very few veterans."

"The specific number of people in this group is yet to be determined; you, as the group leader, will need to decide based on the actual needs."

"Furthermore, you don't have a deputy regimental commander or political commissar, let alone a chief of staff. You'll have to shoulder the heavy responsibility all by yourself."

At this point, the brigade commander paused, his expression somewhat complicated: "Finally, this regiment is quite special. As a combat unit, its operational range is limited, and its work functions are rather complex. It is not a purely combat unit."

"You need to be mentally prepared for these things."

Chu Feng raised an eyebrow upon hearing this: "This sounds familiar. It's a bit like the General Logistics Department's guard regiment." However, he still subconsciously sat up straight.

Seeing his interest, the brigade commander didn't keep him in suspense and said directly, "This unit belongs to the General Logistics Department and is a unit that is conducting a reform experiment under our General Logistics Department."

As soon as the brigade commander spoke, Chu Feng's face lit up with sudden realization.

"How did you know?"

The brigade commander was surprised to see Chu Feng's expression.

"Um!"

Chu Feng smiled and nodded: "A few days ago, Minister Zhang Wanhe went to the guard company and told me about this."

"oh!"

The brigade commander looked enlightened, then smiled: "Since you already know, I won't go into further details."

With that, the brigade commander smiled and gestured, "Choose one of these three. Which one do you want to go to?"

Upon hearing the brigade commander's question, Chu Feng did not hesitate and decisively chose the General Logistics Department: "Brigade Commander, I choose to become the commander of the guard regiment of the General Logistics Department."

"You little brat!"

Seeing that he made no attempt to hide his desire to become a regimental commander, the brigade commander chuckled and scolded, "What, is serving under me a disservice to you?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Feng quickly waved his hand, speaking very obsequiously: "How could that be?"

"I've never been a soldier under a brigade commander all my life. I also want to go out and try to take on some important responsibilities. The General Logistics Department Guard Regiment is relatively easy."

"No major problems will arise. We can proceed steadily and not embarrass the brigade commander."

"Otherwise, if I accidentally cause some trouble, and people find out I was one of your brigade commander's soldiers, wouldn't that be embarrassing?"

Upon hearing this, the brigade commander quickly waved his hand, "No, please don't!"

"Have you read Journey to the West? I am the Bodhi Patriarch, and you are the Monkey King."

"Just don't reveal your teacher's identity if anything happens in the future!"

Chu Feng: "..."

Chu Feng did not linger at the brigade headquarters.

After accepting the mission, he left. Before leaving, the brigade commander looked at Chu Feng and said, "Originally, I wanted you to go to the Anti-Japanese Military and Political University for some training."

"But the situation requires it, so this matter has to be postponed for now. The specific time should be about six months from now, which is around March or April next year. Just wait for our notification."

Hearing the brigade commander's words, Chu Feng also showed a hint of regret.

Going to the Anti-Japanese Military and Political University for further studies signifies a promising future and indicates that the student is being given special attention and training.

Of the three key figures in northwestern Shanxi, only Ding Wei received the award, but Li Yunlong lost the opportunity because he disobeyed orders on the battlefield.

The subsequent development of the three individuals proved just how accurate the superiors' vision was.

In terms of development potential, Ding Wei is undoubtedly the best among the three.

He not only possesses a keen and excellent strategic vision, but is also quite adept at commanding troops.

Compared to Ding Wei and Li Yunlong, who were tactical masters, Kong Jie was a tactical expert, and his personality was much stronger than Li Yunlong's.

They left the brigade headquarters and returned to the guard company.

It's getting dark soon.

The next morning, he went to the General Logistics Department.

"Report!"

Chu Feng's voice rang out as they arrived outside Zhang Wanhe's room.

"Chu Feng is here?!"

Zhang Wanhe, who was busy at work, stood up with delight upon hearing Chu Feng's voice and personally led him in.

"Hahaha!"

"Chu Feng, I've received notification that you've officially joined our General Logistics Department. I'm delighted to have gained such a capable general!"

Zhang Wanhe was very happy. He received the news last night and was excited all night.

Chu Feng smiled and waved his hand modestly: "Minister Zhang, I can't be called a tiger general. There are many capable people in our Eighth Route Army. Compared with those people, I am nothing."

Minister Zhang Wanhe didn't care. He waved his hand domineeringly and said, "I don't care about other places, but in my General Logistics Department, you are my tiger general." At this moment, the smiling logistics manager could no longer be seen.

Zhang Wanhe poured Chu Feng a glass of water and asked him a few questions.

Then she opened a map and began to introduce Chu Feng to the various departments and units of the General Logistics Department, as well as the situation of the guard troops.

Chu Feng's expression was normal at first, but as Minister Zhang's introduction became more and more detailed, his expression underwent a subtle change.

After Minister Zhang finished explaining the situation, Chu Feng frowned.

"What's wrong, Chu Feng?"

Minister Zhang then noticed Chu Feng's deeply furrowed brows and asked with concern, "Are you under a lot of pressure?"

Chu Feng nodded without hesitation: "Indeed, the pressure is immense!"

"Our General Logistics Department has various departments scattered in different places. There are a total of 7 company-level units like the arsenal guard company."

"There are also eighteen platoon-level units."

"There are quite a few people, more than a thousand in total."

At this point, Chu Feng's lips twitched, and he said with some helplessness, "Integrating the troops and establishing a guard regiment is not a big problem, but the core issue is that these units and departments are too scattered."

"Just to lead a team to patrol each unit and department would take two to three days."

"Not only does it require a lot of effort in command and coordination, but it also presents a considerable burden and difficulty in management."

Chu Feng rubbed his temples, feeling a bit of a headache, and looked up at Zhang Wanhe expectantly: "Minister Zhang, can we step down from this position as regimental commander?"

"I'm starting to regret it!"