Li Yunlong nodded. "Yes, Zhao Gang interrogated some key intelligence. The enemy has several important strongholds nearby. We must eliminate these threats as soon as possible."

Just as they were discussing the next move, an unexpected news came: the Kuomintang army led by Chu Yunfei approached again, intending to compete with the independent regiment for this strategic location.

"Chu Yunfei is really unwilling to give up." Li Yunlong said angrily, "It seems that he is determined to compete with us."

Zhao Gang calmly analyzed, "Captain, we must take the initiative and not let Chu Yunfei have the opportunity to join forces with the Japanese army to attack us."

Tang Li frowned, "Captain, I have an idea. We can use the intelligence from the previous prisoners to set a trap and lure Chu Yunfei's troops into our preset ambush circle."

Li Yunlong's eyes lit up. "Okay, let's act according to your plan this time. Tang Li, you continue to lead the team for reconnaissance and make sure to grasp the whereabouts of Chu Yunfei's troops."

In the camp of the independent regiment, the night was dark and the wind was howling. Tang Li stood outside the tent, frowning, looking at the starry sky in the distance. He had just received a message from Zhao Gang: Chu Yunfei had teamed up with the Japanese army again and had set up a trap in the nearby valley, attempting to annihilate the independent regiment in one fell swoop.

"Tang Li, come in." Li Yunlong's voice came from the tent.

Tang Li pushed the door open and walked in. The tent was brightly lit. Li Yunlong, Zhao Gang, Yang Xiuqin and Tian Yu were all there. Li Yunlong's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, and he looked directly at Tang Li.

"Tang Li, Zhao Gang said you have a plan?" Li Yunlong went straight to the point.

"Yes, Captain." Tang Li nodded with a firm look in his eyes, "We need a weapon that can create greater chaos. I know there is an abandoned underground arsenal nearby, which has the materials we need."

Zhao Gang interrupted, "Tang Li, this plan is risky. That arsenal is very close to the enemy. Once discovered, we will be in trouble."

Tang Li smiled slightly, "Political Commissar Zhao, I understand. But now, we have no more choices. The enemy's encirclement is getting tighter and tighter. We need to create chaos and then break out."

Tian Yu asked worriedly, "Tang Li, are you sure you can find that arsenal? And, can you make effective grenades?"

Tang Li nodded firmly. "I have studied the map of that place. Although it has been abandoned for a long time, I am confident that I can find it and make grenades."

Li Yunlong pondered for a moment and finally made a decision, "Okay, let's act according to your plan. Tang Li, you lead the team and keep your position secret. Return immediately after completing the mission."

Tang Li saluted, "Yes, Commander."

In the early morning of the next day, Tang Li led several elite soldiers and quietly left the camp and headed for the underground arsenal. Along the way, everyone was on high alert, fearing that their whereabouts would be exposed accidentally.

After walking for several hours, a hidden entrance finally appeared in front of them. Tang Li took out the map and compared it. After confirming that it was correct, he signaled the soldiers to follow.

"Everyone be careful, there may be a trap inside." Tang Li reminded in a low voice.

The soldiers nodded and followed Tang Li into the underground arsenal. It was dimly lit and the air was filled with a stale smell. Tang Li took out a flashlight and carefully checked the surroundings. He found that although it had been abandoned for many years, many of the equipment were still intact.

"Hurry, find the materials, we need to make grenades as soon as possible." Tang Li commanded.

The soldiers quickly dispersed and searched for the materials they needed. Tang Li found some gunpowder and metal fragments and began to make grenades. He was very careful with every step, fearing that there would be any mistakes.

"Tang Li, we found some fuses." Li Dayong ran over excitedly with a few old fuses in his hand.

"Okay, give it to me quickly." Tang Li took the fuse and quickly installed it on the grenade.

A few hours later, more than a dozen grenades were made. Tang Li wiped the sweat from his forehead and showed a satisfied smile on his face, "Okay, we should go back."

Just as they were about to leave, they heard footsteps outside. Tang Li was startled and signaled the soldiers to hide.

"There are enemies, everyone keep quiet." Tang Li ordered in a low voice.

The footsteps were getting closer and closer, and several Japanese soldiers appeared at the entrance, seemingly on patrol. Tang Li held his breath, clenched the grenade in his hand, and was ready to respond to any emergency at any time.

A soldier asked softly, "Tang Li, do you want to take action?"

Tang Li shook his head, "No, let's wait until they are far away."

A few minutes later, the Japanese soldiers finally left. Tang Li breathed a sigh of relief and led the soldiers to evacuate quickly, running towards the camp. Along the way, they carefully avoided enemy patrols and finally returned to the camp safely before dawn.

Li Yunlong came up to Tang Li as soon as he saw him. "Tang Li, you're back. How did the mission go?"

Tang Li smiled and said, "Captain, we have made more than a dozen grenades, enough to create chaos at a critical moment."

Li Yunlong nodded with satisfaction, "Okay, next, we need to formulate a breakout plan."

Zhao Gang took out the map and began to analyze the enemy's deployment in detail. "According to reconnaissance, we can break out from here and use grenades to create chaos and buy time."

Yang Xiuqin also added: "At the same time, we can launch feint attacks in several other directions to distract the enemy's attention."

Li Yunlong looked at the map, a cold light flashed in his eyes, "Okay, let's proceed according to this plan. Tang Li, you are responsible for the use of grenades and make sure they are detonated at the most critical moment."

"I understand, Captain." Tang Li answered firmly.

Time passed by, and the moment of breaking out finally came. In the night, the soldiers of the independent regiment gathered quietly, and everyone held their breath, waiting for the order to be issued.

"Let's go!" Li Yunlong gave an order, and the independent regiment rushed towards the predetermined breakout direction like a tiger out of a cage.

The enemy soon discovered the movement, alarms sounded, and bullets whizzed in. Tang Li tightly grasped the grenade in his hand, aimed at the enemy's firing point, and threw it suddenly. The violent explosion echoed in the night sky, and the enemy was blown away and fled in all directions.

"Keep moving forward, don't stop!" Li Yunlong's voice echoed over the battlefield, inspiring the soldiers to move forward bravely.

Zhao Gang directed the feint attacks in several other directions, confusing the enemy and causing the defense line to collapse quickly. The medical team led by Yang Xiuqin treated the wounded in the rear, while Tian Yu kept a close eye on the battle situation in the command post, ready to provide support at any time.

The commandos led by Tang Li shuttled between the enemy's firepower points, constantly throwing grenades to create greater chaos. The enemy was unable to concentrate its firepower at all, and the soldiers of the independent regiment quickly broke through the encirclement.

Finally, the sky turned pale, and the independent regiment successfully broke through and retreated to a safe mountainous area. Li Yunlong looked at his comrades around him with a look of relief in his eyes.

"Tang Li, this time it's all thanks to you." A rare smile appeared on his face.

Tang Li smiled modestly, "Captain, this is all thanks to everyone. Without your cooperation, I couldn't have done it alone."

Zhao Gang nodded in agreement. "Yes, unity is strength. As long as we unite as one, no matter how powerful the enemy is, they cannot defeat us."

Yang Xiuqin came over and asked with concern: "Tang Li, are you okay? Are you injured?"

Tang Li shook his head, "We are all fine, just a little tired."

Tian Yu also came over to join them, "This victory proves that our decision was correct. Next, we must continue to stay vigilant to prevent the enemy's counterattack."

Li Yunlong looked at the mountains in the distance with a firm look in his eyes, "Yes, the battle is not over yet. We must always be prepared to meet new challenges."

Tang Li clenched his fists and swore to himself: As long as there is a glimmer of hope, he will never give up the fight. He knew that the future of the independent regiment was full of challenges, but also full of hope. As long as they united as one, they would surely be able to usher in the final victory.

A few days later, the independent regiment settled down in the new camp. The glider team led by Tang Li went out again to continue the reconnaissance mission. Li Yunlong and Zhao Gang began to formulate a new combat plan to prepare for the next battle.

One day, Tang Li received an urgent task.

Night fell again, and the soldiers in the camp were busy preparing dinner and resting. In the command tent in the center of the camp, Li Yunlong was discussing the next move with Zhao Gang, Yang Xiuqin, Tian Yu, and Tang Li. Tang Li's ammunition was running low, so he began to think of a bold plan.

"Captain," Tang Li said, "our ammunition reserves are almost exhausted. If we don't replenish them quickly, the next battle will be very difficult."

Li Yunlong frowned, "I know, but we are surrounded by enemies now. How can we have the time and resources to replenish ammunition?"

Zhao Gang also nodded, "Tang Li, do you have any good ideas?"

Tang Li pondered for a moment, then his eyes lit up, "Captain, Political Commissar, I have an idea. We can learn from the story of 'borrowing arrows from a straw boat' in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms and use the enemy's ammunition to replenish our own."

Tian Yu looked confused, "Tang Li, are you saying that we should pretend to attack, then let the enemy shoot us with arrows and collect their arrows?"

Tang Li smiled and said, "Tian Yu, the principle is the same, except that we need to collect the enemy's bullets and shells. We can create some fake targets to attract the enemy's firepower, and then collect the ammunition they fired at night."

Li Yunlong's eyes lit up, "This is a good idea! The enemy will definitely not think that we will use this method."

Yang Xiuqin also nodded in agreement, "Although this plan is risky, as long as it is operated properly, the chances of success are very high."

Li Yunlong made the decision, "Okay, let's act according to Tang Li's plan. Zhao Gang, you will be responsible for arranging the specific actions of the troops, Yang Xiuqin, you will be responsible for logistical support, Tian Yu, you and I will command this operation together."

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