Soldiers Assault: Veteran Special Recruits

I thought it was a done deal, but in the end it was a bucket of cold water on me.

Gao Cheng felt very upset.

When I get home, I just do nothing but drink.

His wife Chen Li knew the whole story and knew her husband's temper well. She did not try to persuade or comfort him, but instead cooked a table of food for him to drink with.

The doorbell rang just as the table was ready.

Chen Li quickly ran to open the door and saw that it was her acquaintances Jackie Chan and Xu Sanduo who came in.

Although she was surprised by the arrival of the two, after all, Jackie Chan had just taken away Gao Cheng's position as the commander, but thinking of the relationship between Jackie Chan and Gao Cheng, Chen Li did not refuse them.

"Hey, why are you here? Have you eaten yet? If not, let's eat together. I just made it. Lao Gao is already at the table."

Chen Li warmly invited Jackie Chan and Xu Sanduo, took them to the dining table, and went to the kitchen to get the dishes and chopsticks.

Gao Cheng knew who was coming from the voice, but he didn't turn around to look at her from beginning to end. He just sat there, drinking by himself.

"Hey, old captain, it's boring to drink alone, I'm here to accompany you."

Jackie Chan took the initiative to talk and sat at the next table. Seeing that Gao Cheng looked unhappy, Xu Sanduo called out "Hello, Company Commander" and stood beside him without sitting down.

"Come on, let me pour you some wine."

Jackie Chan picked up the empty glass of the senior executive and poured him a glass and placed it in front of the table.

Chen Li brought over the bowls, chopsticks and cups. Jackie Chan took the cup and poured wine while saying, "Old Captain, can we have a good talk?"

"Please go to the office for business matters. No other matters."

Gao Cheng was still angry and didn't appreciate it. After he said that, he stood up, opened the door and walked out.

Jackie Chan, who had just walked in, was left standing there helplessly with a cup in his hand.

Chen Li was also very embarrassed about this situation, and could only smile and come up to smooth things over, saying, "He just has such an impatient temper, it's okay, he'll be fine after a while.

Now that you are here, just finish your meal first, and then I will call him and ask where he has been. "

"Sister-in-law, thank you. Please don't disturb me. I have something urgent to attend to, so I'll leave first." Jackie Chan did not stay. He found an excuse and got up to leave.

Xu Sanduo followed closely behind.

Gao Cheng had a lot to say, so he went downstairs quickly, drove illegally despite being drunk, and ran to the division headquarters in one breath.

When I arrived at the gate of the division headquarters guesthouse and was about to go in, I met Minister Wang.

"Chief of Staff Gao, is there anything I can help you with?" Minister Wang greeted curiously.

"Minister Wang, I want to see the leader." Gao Cheng said after saluting.

"Have you been drinking?" Minister Wang sniffed and frowned.

"Drink it. Alcohol can give me courage. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to come to see the leader." Gao Cheng did not hide his attitude and looked like he was completely determined.

"The chief is reading information about Russia and Chechnya. You'd better not disturb him in this state." Minister Wang advised kindly.

"I've made an appointment and we must meet tonight." Gao Cheng said and rushed in.

"Gao Cheng, you..."

Minister Wang was about to try to stop Gao Cheng when he noticed that Deputy Commander Zhong had already walked out and was standing on the steps, shouting, "Let him come up."

"Commander, he..."

Minister Wang wanted to say something but held back, and finally let Gao Cheng walk up the stairs.

"Chief."

Gao Cheng ran up the stairs in two steps, saluted and reported to Deputy Commander Zhong.

"What do you want from me?" asked Deputy Commander Zhong.

"I just want to ask you one thing. Did I win or lose this exercise?" Gao Cheng asked.

"Oh, are you here to seek justice?" Deputy Commander Zhong sneered.

"Correct!"

Gao Cheng relied on the alcohol and was not afraid at all.

"You drank, and you drank alone." Deputy Commander Zhong said expressionlessly.

"I drank, but I'm sober now." Gao Cheng replied.

"The cup wasn't dropped." Deputy Commander Zhong asked again.

This is a hint of what happened at the celebration party a few days ago, when Gao Cheng got drunk and smashed the cup in public, and everyone ended up leaving in a bad mood.

As for how this small celebration banquet for a few people reached the ears of Deputy Commander Zhong.

All I can say is that there is no wall that is impenetrable!

"No, I've learned my lesson. I won't make the same mistake twice."

Gao Cheng was a little surprised, but his attitude was very sincere and he did not make any excuses.

"Well, that's good."

Deputy Commander Zhong snorted coldly, then walked down the stairs and said as he walked towards the divisional drill ground: "You think it's unfair? Do you think that you should be the division commander just because you won the confrontation exercise?"

"Commander, that's not what I said."

Gao Cheng walked a few steps quickly and followed behind him and said, "This is what you said at the meeting. You said it was a mule or a horse, and you took them out for a walk, but what is the result?"

"Gao Cheng, I believe you are telling the truth. It is also what is in your heart. It does take some courage to say these words in front of me. I admire it."

Deputy Commander Zhong praised first, then changed the subject and said: "The purpose of holding this exercise is to select division commanders. The probability of the winner becoming a division commander is of course greater than that of the loser.

But the question is, who is the winner and what does it mean to be a winner.

On the surface, you were the one who pulled out the green flag, but according to the rules of the exercise, you are the winner and Jackie Chan is the loser.

But in my opinion, it’s quite the opposite.”

Deputy Commander Zhong's words were clearly a denial, which made Gao Cheng even more unconvinced. He stared and asked, "According to you, I am the loser?"

"Yes, as a commander who has received advanced training in advanced combined command, it should not be a problem for you to win this exercise, but you made an unforgivable mistake." Deputy Commander Zhong said seriously.

Gao Cheng's eyes were filled with disbelief and he didn't even know what to say.

Deputy Commander Zhong continued, "Yes, you used tactics to lead the troops to rush to the high ground and finally successfully captured the green flag.

But you drifted on the sea for four hours, and this was your biggest mistake.

You launched a frontal feint attack, made a flanking move, and sent a few soldiers to climb up the cliff from behind and pull out the green flag. It really looked lively and everyone was happy.

But have you ever thought about it, are all the reconnaissance satellites in the sky blind? If it was a real battlefield, not a training ground with only targets, and there really was a reinforced battalion of troops on the island, then it wouldn't be a defensive position behind it? Can the few people you sneaked up on take the high ground?"

Deputy Commander Zhong pointed out several problems in a row, each of which was very sharp and to the point.

The top management was stunned!
"besides……"

Deputy Commander Zhong did not finish his words and continued, "You pursued speed too much. The infantry launched the attack too early, but the follow-up firepower of the heavy equipment did not keep up, and you did not consolidate a landing site.

By the time your follow-up heavy troops arrive, the infantry will have all gone up the mountain. How are they supposed to get ashore?
You only have one company of troops to capture the top of the mountain. Without the firepower support of the heavy troops, how long can you hold out against the enemy's counterattack?"

Deputy Commander Zhong analyzed based on actual combat and found that Gao Cheng’s tactics were full of loopholes.

It's just for the sake of taking the exam.

There is no practical significance at all.

Gao Cheng was speechless after being rebuked by Deputy Commander Zhong. These problems did exist and he could not think of any reasons to refute them.

He could only make a specious argument, "But this is just a drill, not an actual battle. The rule is that whoever captures the green flag wins. Didn't you set that yourself?"

"That's where you're wrong."

Deputy Commander Zhong was so disappointed that he criticized with a higher tone: "You only have your eyes on that flag, that vain victory.

To put it bluntly, you are just eyeing the position of division commander and acting out this scene.

I have never thought about what the First Division needs. I have devoted all my efforts to planning for the establishment of the First Division. What is the significance of a successful exercise to the First Division? "

"Chief..."

Gao Cheng didn't want to bear such a big blame, so he interrupted Deputy Commander Zhong and wanted to explain.

"Listen to what I have to say first."

Deputy Commander Zhong interrupted Gao Cheng again, took a deep breath, and said in a slightly slower tone, "But what about Jackie Chan? He is staring at the enemy and how to fight in the way of the First Division.

It is precisely because of this kind of thinking that he can make full use of existing troops and equipment and maximize combat effectiveness.

If it were a real war, your outcome would only be failure, but the tactical system developed by Jackie Chan would make you the final winner.

That’s why I said that in my opinion, the result of this military exercise is exactly the opposite.”

What Deputy Commander Zhong said was well-reasoned and Gao Cheng couldn't refute a single word he said. His original anger began to subside.

No matter how strong-willed and unwilling to admit defeat Gao Cheng was, he had to bow his head after realizing the mistake he had made.

Deputy Commander Zhong saw that Gao Cheng's momentum was gone, his lowered eyes had realized his mistake, and he slowed down his tone and said, "It doesn't matter if it's a regular training or a confrontation exercise.

If we don't have the enemy in mind and just try to take advantage of loopholes to achieve victory in the exercise, then it becomes a game. What's the point of the exercise? Ah?

Jackie Chan treated the exercise as a war, even though there was no enemy on Tianhe Peak.

But you, on the contrary, just treat it as a game, a game on the road to becoming a teacher, everything is for your own little bit of skill.

You are angry about not getting the trophy. Do you think I, as a referee, can give you extra points?"

Deputy Commander Zhong has broken it down into pieces and what he said is indeed very reasonable.

Gao Cheng's original intense dissatisfaction disappeared at this moment, and his originally indignant expression also became normal.

"Commander, if you say so, I can accept it, but I think that since I raised Jackie Chan, isn't it a little too early for you to appoint him as the commander of the First Division?"

By saying this, Gao Cheng was already trying to find a way out to show what he was thinking at the moment.

He no longer had the depression of feeling wronged, nor the anger of feeling buried, and he returned to being the competitive but upright Gao Cheng.

"Yes, Jackie Chan is not mature enough and his qualifications are indeed lacking. It is for this reason that he was given the title of deputy."

Deputy Commander Zhong calmed down and said with a faint smile: "When we look at a person, we mainly look at his development trend, and when we use a person, we look at the role he plays in this unit.

You have studied abroad, so you should know that in future wars, the combat capability of a digital division will far exceed that of a conventional division.

This is an inevitable trend in the future and also the direction our army needs to work towards.

At present, countries around the world have spent a long time exploring this aspect, and it was only in recent years that the world's first truly digital force appeared.

We cannot form the first division in one go; it will definitely require considerable effort over a period of time.

As for Jackie Chan, he is seven or eight years younger than you, and his growth rate is the fastest in the entire army. When he reaches your age, he will have endless imagination.

I can make a bold guess that, if nothing unexpected happens, you will most likely surpass your current achievements.

Jackie Chan has plenty of time to improve and has more room to grow. I believe he will mature and blossom with the First Division."

Deputy Commander Zhong was not exaggerating at all, and was even being as conservative as possible.

Gao Cheng knows Jackie Chan better than anyone else. He knows very well that by the time Jackie Chan reaches his age, he will definitely be far more than a colonel and there is a high probability that he will be able to further realize his dream.

Jackie Chan's current achievements have already surpassed his. What heights can Jackie Chan reach in seven years?

Gao Cheng couldn't even imagine it!
Maybe I am more suitable for the First Division now, but if we put it aside for three to five years, Jackie Chan will definitely be more suitable to lead the First Division.

Gao Cheng was completely convinced!
"Commander, I haven't thought that deeply or that far. From a long-term perspective, Jackie Chan is indeed the most suitable person, but..."

Gao Cheng was convinced, but for the sake of face, he said helplessly: "I am not right to be the chief of staff of Jacky Cheung with my bad temper.

I think I will definitely cause a lot of trouble to his work in the future, so..."

"Takashiro."

Deputy Commander Zhong interrupted Gao Cheng and said, "Most of the cadres in your team are transferred horizontally, and they are all veteran cadres from various units.

Bringing you veteran cadres together and putting you in this team is a special arrangement of the organization.

To put it in common terms, it is to help Jackie Chan get on the horse and give him a ride so that he can take over smoothly and get through this difficult period.

The organization trusts you and will make important use of you in the future.

When the leadership team of the First Division was being considered, the relevant departments proposed that you go to Ningzhou to serve as the military sub-district commander."

In order to appease Gao Cheng, Deputy Commander Zhong deliberately threw out a piece of cake at the end.

"Commander, you don't think... that I'm competing for the position of commander of the First Division just to get an official position." Gao Cheng said with his eyes wide open.

Deputy Commander Zhong turned around and looked into the distance, which was tantamount to agreeing with Gao Cheng's guess.

Gao Cheng was immediately unhappy to be classified as a fan of officials, and said seriously: "If that's the case, you might as well let me go."

"Go? Where do you want to go?" asked Deputy Commander Zhong.

"To prove my innocence, I can change my job and work in the local area." Gao Cheng said angrily.

"Are you willing to leave?"

Deputy Commander Zhong asked in astonishment. (End of this chapter)