The Mysterious Soldier of the Anti-Japanese War

Chapter 245: Ambush in the Bamboo Forest and Secret Sniper Attack

Zhou Weiguo had already set up trip ropes in the bamboo forest along the path the cavalry would have to take. He and several other soldiers worked tirelessly, tying the strong ropes tightly between the thick bamboos, just at the level of the horses' legs. They then cleverly camouflaged the ropes with bamboo leaves and vines, so that at first glance, the ground looked normal.

The Japanese cavalry charged forward, oblivious to the danger. The leading horses, caught off guard by a trip rope, lifted their hooves off the ground, sending their riders careening through the air before crashing heavily to the ground. The cavalry behind, unable to stop their momentum, repeatedly collided with the fallen riders and horses, creating a chaotic scene of neighing horses and shouting. Some were thrown from their horses and trampled by other horses, while others, along with their horses, were slammed into bamboo, leaving their heads bleeding.

Sato Shinoo was so angry that his face turned red. He roared loudly, trying to stabilize the situation: "Everyone, get up! There is an ambush! Retreat!" But the cavalrymen were still in shock and the team was in chaos. It was difficult to reorganize for a while.

Zhou Weiguo, hiding in the bamboo forest, saw the opportunity and shouted, "Attack!" He, Xu Hu, and the Li brothers emerged from their hiding places, raised their rifles, and fired fiercely at the Japanese cavalry. Bullets rained down on the enemy, and the Japanese cavalry were hit one after another. Some rolled on the ground, clutching their wounds, while others fell from their horses, causing their horses to flee in all directions.

Sato Shinoo brandished his long sword, trying to organize a counterattack, but his cavalry was already in disarray. He gritted his teeth and led the remaining cavalry in a final charge towards Zhou Weiguo and his men.

Zhou Weiguo calmly aimed at Sato Shinoo, and just as Sato Shinoo rushed into range, he decisively pulled the trigger. The bullet whizzed out and hit Sato Shinoo's shoulder. He tilted his body and almost fell off his horse.

The Japanese cavalry, having lost their command, completely collapsed, turning their horses and fleeing in all directions. Zhou Weiguo and his soldiers pursued them, eliminating several more enemies until the Japanese cavalry disappeared from sight.

The scene switches to Lei Tao's side. Several Japanese special forces and scouts are flanking them. Spotted by him, he decisively pulls out a stun grenade and an anti-personnel grenade, removes the safety pin, and hurls the stun grenade at the Japanese. With a loud "bang," a powerful flash of light and a deafening roar erupt in an instant, sending the Japanese scouts rushing in front dazed and stumbling. Some fall to the ground, clutching their ears and writhing in agony.

Taking advantage of the moment the Japanese were distracted by the stun grenades, Lei Tao unleashed a powerful, precise anti-personnel grenade into the center of the Japanese army. "Boom!" the grenade exploded, sending shrapnel flying in all directions. The sharp fragments, like deadly hidden weapons, relentlessly scatter in all directions. A Japanese special forces soldier, unable to dodge, was struck in the abdomen by shrapnel. With a scream, he clutched his wound and slowly collapsed. Another scout, struck in the leg, blood pouring out, tried to stand and flee, but collapsed in pain. Several other special forces soldiers took cover behind trees and rocks, firing at Lei Tao's general position...

Lei Tao crouched behind a large tree over thirty meters away. He retrieved his VSS silenced sniper rifle from his Bagua gyroscope, mounted it on the tree trunk, and took aim at the remaining Japanese special forces soldiers and scouts, shooting them one by one. Several other special forces soldiers took cover behind trees and rocks, then began firing at Lei Tao's general position. Bullets whizzed by, striking the ground in front of him, sending up clouds of dust. Knowing he couldn't fight head-on at this moment, Lei Tao crouched, using a low-profile tactical maneuver to quickly maneuver behind a large tree over thirty meters away.

After reaching the new bunker, Lei Tao quickly retrieved his VSS silent sniper rifle from the Bagua gyroscope. He gripped the rifle with both hands, resting it on a thick tree trunk. He slowly crouched down, adjusting his shooting stance. With his eyes glued to the scope, he calmly observed the enemy's movements.

The first person who came into his sight was a Japanese special forces soldier hiding behind a large tree. Only half of the soldier's shoulder and head were exposed. Lei Tao took a deep breath and exhaled slowly, allowing his heartbeat and breathing to stabilize. His finger rested lightly on the trigger, slightly adjusting the muzzle with the special forces soldier's movements. At the moment when the special forces soldier poked his head out again to prepare to shoot, Lei Tao decisively pulled the trigger. With a "puff", the bullet was fired with the unique dull sound of a silencer, accurately hitting the special forces soldier's temple. The special forces soldier's head tilted, and his body slowly fell to the ground, and there was no movement anymore.

After dispatching the special forces soldier, Lei Tao quickly turned his gun in another direction. He spotted a Japanese scout hiding behind a large rock, only his eyes visible as he observed the outside world. Lei Tao narrowed his eyes, carefully searching for an angle to fire. He slightly adjusted his body position to allow for better aim. After a moment, the scout seemed to think the danger was over and leaned out slightly. Lei Tao seized this opportunity and pulled the trigger again. The bullet whizzed through the air and struck the scout's forehead. The scout's body jerked back, falling behind the rock.

Another Japanese special forces soldier hid behind a boulder, occasionally peeked out to fire. Lei Tao knew this enemy was cautious and wouldn't reveal their position easily. He waited patiently, his eyes never leaving the scope. Finally, the special forces soldier poked his head out a little too long, and Lei Tao fired without hesitation. The bullet struck the special forces soldier's shoulder, and he screamed and staggered, but he endured the pain and hid back.

Lei Tao did not give the enemy a chance to breathe. He quickly moved his position and came behind another tree. He aimed at the injured special forces soldier again, ready to give him a fatal blow. The special forces soldier seemed to have sensed the danger and no longer showed his head easily. Lei Tao waited for a while, and suddenly an idea came to his mind. He picked up a stone and threw it to the side, making a noise. The special forces soldier thought Lei Tao had moved his position and immediately stuck his head out. Lei Tao was quick-eyed and quick-handed. He pulled the trigger and the bullet went straight through his throat. The special forces soldier covered his neck with both hands, blood gushed out from between his fingers, and his body slowly fell down.