Chapter 39 The Country of Windmills

The transport plane regained its stability, and the soldiers of the two squads rushed to Monk's side one after another.

"Francis, are you all right?"

"Where does it hurt?"

"Cheer up, man!"

Monk just lay there, no matter how everyone shouted and slapped, he didn't care, as if he was completely detached.

In fact, the moment the hatch opened automatically, Monk was frightened out of his wits, and his whole brain went blank.

Even though he had narrowly escaped death, he still had lingering fears and realized that this airborne operation was definitely not a fun thing, let alone a vacation in a foreign country.

"Fear knocks at the door, faith opens the door, and there is nothing outside the door."

At this time, the only non-combatant in the cabin came over.

I saw the chaplain Wood raised the cross necklace in his hand, chanted a few words, and then brought it to Monk's mouth, beckoning him to kiss.

Then, some soldiers closed their eyes, kept crossing their chests, and spoke plausibly.

"Our Father in heaven, do not let us meet temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, power, and glory are all yours, forever, Amen!"

Infected by the atmosphere, Lu Li, a person who does not believe in Jesus, decided to hug Buddha's feet temporarily, no, God's feet, he said in his heart: "Oh, Lord, you know how busy and nervous I will be today. I didn't think of you, please don't forget me, thank you."

As a senior prostitute, Lu Li felt that God has no shortage of believers, and he would definitely bless him as a kind person.

A few more minutes passed.

Maybe it was because he really saw God, Monk finally came to his senses, and he kissed the cross fiercely.

This scene gave Lu Li an illusion: priests are much more useful than psychiatrists.

Of course, if possible, he hoped that there would be a serious doctor on the transport plane who could help treat the wounded.

In addition, it is worth mentioning that this unexpected episode destroyed the original peaceful atmosphere.

The soldiers of the two squads began to worry about the road ahead, and they checked the parachute bags and weapons over and over again.

The big Miller thought he had to do something, so he stepped on the chair and shouted: "Brothers, don't be frightened by this little difficulty. We are omnipotent paratroopers. We haven't seen any scenes..."

I have to say that this guy is indeed a qualified sergeant who can distinguish between urgent and important.

Seeing this, Lu Li also wanted to do what he could. He clapped his hands and said with a smile, "Guys, we're just going to do a free fall over the Netherlands. There's no need to be so nervous."

As the leading non-commissioned officers, what the two of them said was naturally convincing.

Soon, the atmosphere eased a lot.

A soldier pulls out a small oil stove from his backpack and makes tea out of an army lunch box, while the others gather around, carrying tea mugs, waiting for their share.

"You look much better." Miller put his arm on Lu Li's shoulder and smiled at him. To be honest, before that, he had been worried about his friend's condition.

"Sorry, just suddenly..."

"Fack!"

Just as Lu Li was about to speak, he heard angry curses coming from the cab.

Sergeant Bill Oakes handed over the controls to the pilot and hurried to the cockpit. He couldn't let the soldiers mess around.

Once sparks splash out or the fuel stove overturns, the plywood floor of the transport aircraft may be ignited. Not only that, but the explosives loaded in the trailer may also be detonated.

It seemed to Bill that the heat from that little field stove was terrible and would kill everybody.

And Lu Li had a good impression of this pilot, at least his reminder saved Monk and himself.

Therefore, seeing his furious expression, Lu Li stood up and asked, "Friend, what's going on?"

"Quickly put out the fire!"

After speaking, Bill pointed to the floor and the ammunition box installed in the tail of the aircraft.

The soldier who was making tea explained: "Come on, we just boiled it a little bit. The cold wind just now made everyone's fingers stiff. Besides, Munch was frightened. He needs hot tea..."

"What if it explodes, shall we die together?" Bill's face was terribly gloomy.

This possibility is too small, even if sparks do splash out, the people around will extinguish it immediately.

Thinking of this, Lu Li decided to protect his soldiers, and said in a deep voice, "I promise, they will be very careful. In fact, the trailer is far away."

"We received the mission on a temporary basis. Many soldiers have empty stomachs. It is necessary to have a cup of hot tea."

Miller also favored his brothers. He stood up. He was two meters tall, quite intimidating.

"no……"

With that said, Bill rushed back to the pilot's cockpit and reported the matter to the pilot.

"It's just a small probability event, don't make a fuss."

"Tell the paratroopers, remember to cook more, and don't forget the two of us."

After finishing the sentence, the driver smiled slightly, and Bill shrugged helplessly: "Okay, sir."

It was exactly four o'clock in the morning.

A C-47 soars through a cloudless night sky.

Lu Li looked out of the window and saw a scene he would never forget. The direction of the coast was illuminated by red light, and clusters of sparks were gradually rising. Strings of green, orange, and white tracer bullets dragged long and graceful arcs. cut through the sky.

"It is simply a miracle of the world."

The soldier sitting nearby muttered to himself that he was extremely proud to be a part of such a great operation.

Miller nodded, looking extremely excited, sometimes looking outside, sometimes looking at the signal lights above his head: "It seems that we have arrived in the Netherlands, and that should be the fighter group that took off earlier, and they are destroying the enemy's air defense positions. "

Almost at the same time, the captain sitting in the pilot seat shouted: "There are still ten minutes to arrive in Arnhem! Boys, hurry up and check the equipment again."

After speaking, the flight formations began to disperse. The leading formation kept its original orientation, while the two V-shaped formations following behind began to shift to the left under the mutual delivery of Spitfire fighters.

"Everyone has it!"

"Check the equipment!"

As soon as the order was issued, the atmosphere instantly became serious. The paratroopers took out bulletproof steel plates and hung them on their chests, and tied up their backpacks and leg bags.

The arrow is on the string and has to be fired.

At important moments, the two non-commissioned officers must set an example.

Thinking of this, Lu Li let out a breath, walked to the door with heavy steps, and issued the first command after boarding: "Stand up!"

"Hit!" he yelled, almost drowning out the distant explosion.

Hearing this, seventeen paratroopers, including the priest, immediately stood up and hung up the parachute silently.

"Report on the equipment inspection!"

Lu Li yelled, trying his best to get rid of distracting thoughts in his mind.

"Number 18 is ready!"

"The Seventeenth is ready!"

...

"Number two is ready!"

"Number one is ready!"