Chapter 1279
The True Target of the A3 Family, Li Aiguo Arrives at the Frontier Legion
The Indian family's situation is rather unique. Although they live a frugal life, everyone in the family loves gold.
This time.
Ah San started making plans in his mind.
To get revenge, words alone won't do; we need real force! Tanks! We absolutely must get a batch of tanks!
After considering all this, Ah San made up his mind and went home to rummage through everything.
They gathered up all the gold that the Mughal dynasty had kept hidden away and sent it all to their elder brother.
This time, the older brother didn't rip off customers as ruthlessly as usual.
Looking at the gleaming gold, he didn't hesitate and, with a wave of his hand, directly transferred the 3rd Tank Division under the 5th Guards Tank Army to it.
Of course, when in Rome, do as the Romans do.
Once these steel behemoths are in the hands of the Indians, they will have to be completely transformed.
If the turret isn't decorated with some fancy ornaments and adorned with a few strings of marigolds, can it be considered to have Indian characteristics?
Even the senior instructors and soldiers who came with them changed into Indian clothes.
Almost overnight, the Indian family transformed from a weak and vulnerable group into a powerful force with an iron torrent of strength.
It's standing tall!
These little tricks couldn't fool the big shots.
Xiao Mei's family just suffered a setback with the corn seeds, and they're feeling quite frustrated.
Considering that India does indeed need to keep things in check in the south, surprisingly, they didn't slam the table this time and chose to acquiesce.
The old powers like the British and the French, seeing that their leader remained silent, could only shrink back and pretend to be mute, even though they felt that the Russians were overstepping their bounds.
Although the smaller brothers in Eastern Europe had reservations about their elder brother's "aiding the enemy" behavior, who would dare to provoke them?
They all fell silent, trembling with fear.
When Li Aiguo learned of this news, he was in the frontier corps.
He had come to help debug the tank's transistor radio, but as soon as he finished, he was urgently summoned to the command post.
The conference room was filled with brilliant generals.
Li Yunlong, Zhao Gang, and all the bigwigs of the frontier army were present.
The air was thick with the tense atmosphere of impending battle.
Dean Chen first informed the Indians about acquiring the tank division, and then pointed to the map hanging on the wall.
"Comrades, according to the latest intelligence, the Indians have taken over the 3rd Tank Division of the 5th Guards Tank Army."
They changed their name to something like the '1st Guards Tank Assault Corps'.
This unit is currently conducting a large-scale maneuver from west to east, but its specific intentions are unclear.
Let's all discuss this. What exactly does this Indian guy want to do?
Dean Chen's serious expression was justified.
We currently hold an absolute strategic advantage in South Asia. As long as we proceed steadily, we can secure victory within a year.
But now that India has suddenly acquired a trump card, the variables have become much greater.
Will this armored force, which has cost India its entire fortune, become a game-changer or a transport captain who will be sent to his death?
Immediately, the meeting room was filled with discussion.
Someone took a deep drag on his cigarette and said, "I think the Indians are after Li Yunlong. They want to use tanks to fight head-on and save face."
Some people shook their heads: "No, the Indians want to deal with the Meng family in the east, seize new territory, and relieve the pressure."
There are many different opinions, after all, information is limited, and everyone is like the blind men and the elephant.
Dean Chen's gaze swept across the room, finally landing on Li Aiguo, who was sitting next to Li Yunlong, deep in thought.
"Patriotic comrade, what do you think?"
Li Aiguo hadn't originally planned to speak, since everyone present was a seasoned commander, and it would be presumptuous for him, a technical person, to interrupt at this point.
Upon being called out, Li Aiguo had no choice but to stand up and humbly reply.
"Leaders, esteemed commanders, everyone here is a military expert. I'm just a researcher and a train driver. I'm completely clueless about leading troops in battle, only half of what I know."
Dean Chen knew this kid was from Diejia, and waved his hand with a smile.
"Don't be modest about loving your country. This is an internal military meeting; there's no crime in speaking out. Feel free to say whatever you want."
Upon hearing this, Li Aiguo's expression turned serious, and he no longer declined.
"Boss, since you've asked me to speak, I'll take the liberty of saying a few words."
I think the situation is now quite clear.
We've gained the upper hand. If the Indians want to turn the tide, the best way isn't to fight Li Yunlong's formidable army to the death here, but rather to choose a new direction for attack!
The voice just fell.
A young staff officer couldn't help but stand up and retort, "Comrade Patriot, you're being a bit presumptuous."
Our frontline troops are now close to the heart of India's territory. Unless India has lost its mind, it's impossible for them to abandon their besieged stronghold and attack elsewhere. I think you're really an amateur.”
Before Li Aiguo could speak, Dean Chen's face darkened, and he reprimanded him:
"Xiao Zhao! Sit down! How much new equipment has Comrade Aiguo contributed to our front lines over the years?"
Small planes and armed helicopters—aren't they all killer weapons on the battlefield?
What's wrong with being an amateur?
Sometimes, laymen see things more clearly than experts! Let him finish speaking!
The staff officer blushed and sat back down awkwardly. Dean Chen turned to Li Aiguo and said gently, "Aiguo, you can continue."
Li Aiguo nodded and walked to the map.
"The best defense is offense, and the best war is one fought in the enemy's home."
Our ancestors devised the strategy of "besieging Wei to rescue Zhao" thousands of years ago; I don't think the Indian leadership is so ignorant of that.
The room fell silent immediately after he said that.
Although many people think that the Indians might not have the courage to do so, upon closer examination, this is indeed the only risky move that India can currently make to break the deadlock.
"Yes, our defenses are too long. If the Indians really dare to launch a surprise attack, it will be really hard to defend against."
Dean Chen walked to the map, picked up a magnifying glass and examined it carefully. He then asked, "Aiguo, where do you think the Indians will choose as their breakthrough point?"
Li Aiguo pointed heavily to a narrow strip of land on the map: "If I were the Indian commander, I would put this entire armored force in this place, the Siliguri Corridor!"
"The Siliguri Corridor? Impossible, that's where Little Bu's family lives, it's not adjacent to us."
"What if the Indian family takes over the Bu family?"
Li Aiguo began.
He knew Ah San's personality all too well; he didn't take Xiao Bu seriously at all, treating him like a servant who could be dealt with anytime.
“But once we cut through from Xiaobu’s area, we’ll be in the southern part of our border region. It’s all high mountains and deep valleys there. How can the Indian tanks possibly get through?” someone else raised a question.
Li Aiguo smiled slightly: "If the Indians are really after territory, then the terrain is indeed an obstacle."
But what if their goal isn't to occupy land, but rather to target our supply lines and depots?
Is it to cut off our logistics, to relieve the siege of Wei by attacking Zhao, or even to gain a reputation for 'daring to fight back' within the larger family?
Li Aiguo's words sent a chill down the spines of everyone present.
This script looks so familiar!
When the two Maos fought in later generations, even though the Maos knew they were no match, the Maos still sent elite troops to raid the Maos' home.
Although they were eventually defeated, politically speaking, they gained a lot of attention and aid.
The officers and staff in the conference room instantly realized the ruthlessness of this tactic.
If Indian tank formations suddenly appear in the heart of the border region and cut off supply lines, the troops at the front will be in danger!
Even Li Yunlong's expression changed.
Although he usually looked down on the Indians' fighting ability, he knew that even a rabbit will bite when cornered, let alone a bunch of crazy rabbits driving tanks.
"Old Commander, I think the idea of patriotism is very reasonable. The Indians will definitely go all out!" Li Yunlong stood up.
“I agree with Yunlong’s view. We can’t judge India with conventional thinking; we must prepare for the worst.” Zhao Gang also stood up.
Subsequently, seven or eight more frontline officers and staff officers stood up to second the motion.
Dean Chen's gaze towards Li Aiguo completely changed.
This young man is not only technically skilled, but his strategic vision is simply that of a born leader!
No wonder his superiors called him a "master of national protection".
"Patriot, now that you've seen through the Indians' tricks, what do you think we should do?" Dean Chen asked.
"According to intelligence, the Indian 1st Guards Tank Assault Corps is not far from Siliguri."
Considering that the Big Brother's tank divisions are equipped with anti-aircraft firepower and that the terrain in that area is relatively flat, the advantage of our small aircraft is limited.
The best approach is to confront them head-on!
"Transfer our newly formed Sixth Tank Division there!"
Currently, the 6th Tank Division is located a few hundred kilometers from the Siliguri Corridor, making it the closest heavy armored unit.
A decisive glint flashed in Dean Chen's eyes: "Alright! Let's go head-to-head with them!"
"If we can defeat this so-called 1st Guards Tank Assault Corps head-on, then we can take control of the Siliguri Corridor, cutting the Indians in half!"
Upon hearing "two halves," everyone's eyes lit up.
The Indian family has been beaten a lot in the past two years, and each time they were beaten black and blue, but they are very fat. They are ** kilometers long from south to north and ** kilometers long from east to west.
This is also why I haven't swallowed the fatty meat yet.
If we cut it in half and eat the small piece on the west side, even if the American family and the Russian family stood up, they would be able to digest the meat.
This is a real and tangible benefit.
"Li Yunlong!"
"Have!"
"The task of commanding the tanks is now in your hands! Give them a good beating!"
"Yes, sir! Mission accomplished!" Li Yunlong gave a standard military salute.
Dean Chen then turned to Li Aiguo: "Li Aiguo, would you be willing to go to the Siliguri Corridor as a staff officer accompanying the army?"
Dean Chen always felt more at ease having this layman around.
Li Aiguo straightened his back and said loudly, "Of course I'm willing!"
(End of this chapter)