Chapter 10 Nine

The car stopped in front of the village committee, and the village head of Ruidianzhuang came out to greet him. The big house where Lieutenant Miyake's garrison was stationed is now the village committee. Although it was already dark, children and old people gathered together, looking at Irie curiously.It is rare to see foreigners in suits in this place. Among the elderly, there must have been someone who passed by him twenty-five years ago. Irie couldn't restrain his sentimental emotions. The village head is a young man in his thirties.He stayed here before entering the river, maybe he was just a little devil who was waving a wooden stick, running barefoot in the rice fields or open fields, with a runny nose!

Before eating, do you want to visit the museum first? Invited by the young village chief. museum? Irie was surprised that such a place existed in the countryside, and asked without thinking. To be correct, it should be a museum room.The village chief smiled unrestrainedly and said that there is a showroom in this building. If you take a quick look, it will take less than five minutes. Irie accepted the invitation and went to see the place called the museum. In the past, this house was used as a military barracks, and the canteen of the garrison is now in the museum. There wasn't a single piece of art that interested Irie.What is displayed is nothing more than the spears and sickles used by the peasant army when the peasants in this place flocked to this place when the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Movement broke out a hundred years ago.

The paintings hanging on the walls are villagers charging with bamboo guns and hoes in their hands, their eyes wide open.In addition, there are also photos and paintings commemorating the fight against fascism during the Anti-Japanese War. By the way, Second Lieutenant Miyake was also troubled by the guerrillas Irie remembered the incident that happened at that time. It was the fourth day after the Zhu Zhu ceremony was held. Rujiang heard from the army that there is a place called Danyue more than ten kilometers away from Ruidianzhuang. Although the scale is not as large as Yuling, there are also several Cliff Buddhas.

I want to visit Danyue. Irie applied to Second Lieutenant Miyake very early. It's too dangerous to go alone, and I'm also responsible.Anyway, I will send troops over from here, so let's go together when the time comes. Lieutenant Miyake said.There was a Japanese squadron in Danyue, and the garrison at Ruidianzhuang was its detachment, where supplies and other strongholds were located. The army at Ruidianzhuang was about to send ten men there to fetch food and ammunition. do you want to go together?Second Lieutenant Miyake said, one day back and forth, but there should be time to see the Buddha.

After being told by Second Lieutenant Miyake, Irie thought, this is indeed a good opportunity to go out and relax. The longing for Yingxiang is getting stronger and stronger, and he also wants to take the opportunity to calm his mind. Commanding the liaison team was Senior Private Hasegawa.I used to watch some Zhu ceremonies with him, and I got along well with this soldier from the Kansai region, and they got along very well. Danyue is more rural than Ruidianzhuang.The squadron leader, Captain Yamazaki, is different from Second Lieutenant Miyake in Ruidianzhuang. He is an informal, straightforward and tolerant soldier.

Hey, this research is important! After listening to Irie's explanation, Captain Yamazaki said with a sigh.It can be seen that he is still a person who can treat unfamiliar fields with humility and kindness. The captain readily expressed that he would try his best to make it as convenient as possible, but was declined by Irie. Just use my eyes, no trouble for the army. Oh, but, for such a meaningful research, I really want to do my best. Captain Yamazaki expressed regret. As a result, only one soldier was found to lead the way. There is a Patriarch Temple on Danyue Street, and a Cliff Buddha is carved at the foot of the small hill behind it.

The peaks of Yuling are formed of rocks, but the hills behind the Danyue Zushi Temple are overgrown with trees, and only rocks are exposed at the foot of the mountain.Therefore, there is no space for carving colossal statues as boldly as Yuling.It is full of small Buddha statues, the rock surface is badly corroded and covered with moss, and the lines of the shallower Buddha statues have almost disappeared. Went into the river and broke off a branch, pulled out the moss, and looked for the covered Buddha statue. At first glance, the Buddha statues seem to be older than those in Yuling, but that is because they have been eroded by moisture.Judging from the shape and lines of the Buddha statue, it is known that it is newer than the Buddha statue in Yuling.

It may have been carved by a special stone worker when the Patriarch Temple was built, unlike the layman like the Yuling Buddha statue.Due to the statue of Avalokitesvara standing on one knee, it is obvious that this form only existed after the Song Dynasty. There are many Arhat statues, some of which are very individual and interesting.Due to time constraints, Irie did not make a sketch, but took photos instead. We arrived at noon, but in order to get back to Ruidianzhuang before dark, we had to start early for the return trip. After sending back the soldiers who led the way, Irijiang spent about two hours there concentrating on watching the Cliff Buddha.

In order to forget about Yingxiang, that's why you're so focused, right? An embarrassing look seemed to be peeping into his own soul. After a while, Captain Yamazaki came, followed by Hasegawa and others. We're leaving soon, buddy, how about you? First Class Hasegawa began to sound like a soldier, and at the end, he revealed a Kansai accent. Otherwise, just stay here for one night, or you can leave early tomorrow morning.Captain Yamazaki said. No need, enough.Fewer than I thought and it didn't take much time. Irie replied, putting the camera in the box.In fact, I have observed the Cliff Buddha very carefully. If I want to completely forget Yingxiang, I am afraid that it will not be enough to spend a few days.

Back at the headquarters of the squadron, I saw that the food and ammunition needed by Ruidianzhuang had been loaded into two wagons. Safe travels.Captain Yamazaki ordered Hasegawa and his class, although the guerrilla forces have weakened recently, this juncture is also the most dangerous.I think it's almost time for them to go out. Don't scare people! Private Hasegawa shrank his shoulders. It's better to be careful.Well, there should be no problem with ten people, Mr. Irie will take care of them. Saying that, Captain Yamazaki looked back at Irie, knowing from his expression that his concern for folk scholars came from his heart.

Two wagons set off towards their destination, Ruidianzhuang.Ten soldiers stood around with guns on their shoulders.This road could have been ridden, but I was worried about entering the river, so I didn't bring a bicycle.When leaving Ruidianzhuang, Second Lieutenant Miyake did not suggest bringing a bicycle. Captain Yamazaki asked if he wanted to ride a horse instead of walking, but Irie had never ridden a horse.The difference in character between the two soldiers can be seen from this. Before departure, Captain Yamazaki asked Irie: You, don't you have a weapon? Did not bring. That won't work!The guerrillas are elusive, and I don’t know when they will appear. Letting you come here with bare hands, Second Lieutenant Miyake is too careless.By the way, I still have a pistol, let me lend it to you. oh Irie did not refuse. Captain Yamazaki entered the room and took out the pistol. After briefly explaining the operation method, he handed it to Irie. Walking out of Danyue, the army occasionally sang military songs, full of energy.Entering the river is not used to marching yet, so he is very tired.Seeing his walking posture, Captain Hasegawa smiled and said: Mr. Irie, we are fully armed, and you only have a pistol in your pocket. Irie scratched his head in embarrassment, and said: I'm sorry, I hope I won't be a burden to you In case the guerrillas show up, I will give the order and you just follow the instructions.It's fine when you're walking, but if you're attacked, maybe you'll be a real burden! knew. However, there is no need to worry about this area. There is only one dangerous place on the way to Ruidianzhuang. The hills behind the Danyue Patriarch Temple finally got lower close to the horizon, and there was a place like a hill in front of us.Captain Hasegawa pointed to that place and said: That's it.The road is caught by the mountain, which is quite dangerous.It is possible to be besieged from the left and right, and it is about 500 meters long.Nothing happened when I came. yes!Into the river replied. Irie remembers passing there when he traveled from Ruidianzhuang to Danyue.The ten-man army originally gathered together, but only there, everyone spread out and ran over. Gradually approach the hills. Just before entering the intersection that seemed to be sucked in by the mountain, Captain Hasegawa ordered to stop and rest, and said to the soldiers: From here, run as you came.Although nothing happened when I came here, I brought food and ammunition on the return journey, which is likely to become the target of the opponent.The safety device of the gun was turned on, ready to enter the battle at any time, and the two cars were separated by thirty meters. At last the order to set off was given. The carriage in the front was followed by five soldiers and ran quickly. Irie couldn't fall behind, so he followed the front car. The wheels twisted the small stones on the road, making a loud noise, and the sand and dust were kicked up by military boots. Yo hey, yo hey. The soldiers ran while shouting. I felt that the distance of 500 meters was really far, as if the mountains on the left and right were about to collapse like an avalanche. Iri was different from the soldiers. Because of his light attire, he could follow the carriage so as not to fall behind. Finally, the mountains on both sides became shorter, and there was an open flat land in front of me. Well, it's finally here. a soldier shouted. The surrounding rice fields were as high as the road, and there were no trees on the roadside nearby. The surrounding area was clearly visible, and there was no cover for the guerrillas to hide at all. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. On the way out of the valley, the soldiers stopped running and resumed their usual pace. While entering the river panting for breath, he turned his head and looked back. It's about 50 meters away from the danger zone. A group of people behind also left the mountain road and were about to resume their original pace. Admittedly, everyone is taking things lightly. While he breathed a sigh of relief, his guard disappeared. After running 500 meters in full gear, everyone was busy adjusting their breathing. At this moment, there was a sharp gunshot. Lie down! Senior Hasegawa shouted.