Why would I join the army if I can’t drive a Gundam!

Chapter 16 How did the scandal about Char come about?
It can be seen that Gihren, who always likes to save face, is very dissatisfied with the sudden situation just now. Even after Dozle, the principal of the Zeon Military Academy, hurried to remedy the situation and gave some encouragement to the students, it was of no avail.

At the brief military review following the speech, the clatter of the Zeon Defense Forces' boots on the ground failed to elicit a smile from the Führer, who sat in his seat, his eyes fixed on the floor in front of him, as if he wanted to drill a hole in it. Although Macharius did not know this very talented Führer well, he knew that he must be reviewing what had just happened. For example, if he had known this would happen, he would not have shouted "Long live Zeon" but should have taken the initiative to let everyone salute.

After all, no matter how loudly the slogan "Long Live Zeon" was shouted, it was just the Zeon people's entertainment. The Earthlings were indifferent. But the salute was different. The cadets on both sides saluted Rebil, which was a sign of mutual recognition. Although it was normal for Zeon cadets to salute given Rebil's status and prestige, it was politically different! Zeon had always wanted to transform itself from a part of the Earth Federation into a major power on par with the Earth Federation. This was why he was here. Because the Federation Army had two lieutenant generals, their qualifications and military achievements were not comparable to his naive brother who was all muscle. Even if the military rank was equal, the Zeon side still could not compare.

Now that this has happened, his idea of ​​suppressing the Federation has been dashed.

Like Gihren, the Zeon cadets, who had just been energized, seemed to have noticed something was wrong, but it was impossible to blame them. Years of military training had made them accustomed to the fact that their hands were quicker than their brains. No matter what the order was, they would accept it first and then consider how to execute it. So, when they heard the salute, everyone subconsciously raised their hands. So now, they couldn't help but lower their heads, and some even began to worry.

After all, their leader is not a magnanimous person. Although many Zeon students have no impression of him, they have heard their fathers talk about that dark purge. The leader who established a secret police force and controlled domestic power made hundreds of thousands of people disappear in the darkness of this country in a short period of time.

"How interesting!"

Among the Zeon cadets, the only one who had no worries was Char Aznable wearing sunglasses. In fact, he had already reacted when he heard the command, but still chose to salute like the crowd. On the one hand, even he admired General Rebil very much, and on the other hand, it was naturally to see the aggrieved look of his enemy. At that moment, he felt so happy!

But the Federation was very happy. When Rebill returned to his position, he couldn't help but slap his thigh. The trainees couldn't help laughing too. Fortunately, they had also undergone rigorous training, so they could hold back no matter how funny the things were!
Only the Zeon Defense Force soldiers participating in the parade were the most clownish, because no matter how well they marched, and the distance between their vehicles was reduced to centimeters, they were unable to attract everyone's attention, and their months of hard work were wasted.

But even so, most of the day was wasted. After that, it was time for the students from both sides to communicate. Principal Dozle even redecorated the auditorium of the military academy for this day's meeting. The huge crystal chandelier reflecting the glittering light on the ceiling, the large Zeon flag running across the entire wall, and the exquisite handmade shawls worn by the Zeon military academy students all demonstrated the magnificent and majestic atmosphere they wanted to create.

"Char, you see, Dozle-nii has been planning for this day for a long time!"

Karmazabi, who walked first into the auditorium, took two glasses of wine from the table beside him and gave one to Char, who was inseparable from him.

"I see. I'm sure this must be very worrying for the principal!"

Char was talking while holding a glass of wine, but his attention was entirely on the federal students who walked into the auditorium from the other end. He was still trying to figure out who had just shouted the command.

"Federation students, let's go say hello too. After all, we are the host country!"

Kalma also saw the students from the Federation. Now both sides looked like they were about to engage in a fight. They were clearly divided on both sides of the center line of the auditorium. So, in order to break this atmosphere, Kalma took the initiative to step forward and pointed at the cold buffet on the table.

"Everyone has been standing for so long, you must be hungry, don't be polite!"

The federal cadets looked at the two people standing in front of them. One was Macharius, and the other was John Miller, a fourth-year student at the Infantry Academy.

"Thank you for the treat, we'll be happy to serve you!"

Then, the solemn atmosphere just now disappeared without a trace, and the students from both sides scattered, and then gathered in twos and threes at the table, and started chatting politely and friendly.

Macharius, on the other hand, walked directly towards the two Zeon men.

Years later, facing the various rumors circulating in the universe, Char, who suffered greatly from them, would always remember the afternoon when he and Macharius first met.

"You two have a great relationship. It must be hard for you two to be together!" "Ah, for us, it's not hard either! It's still very simple!"

Still innocent at the time, Karma blushed at Char's slightest provocation, and instinctively replied. As a young master, his power was unlimited; it wouldn't be difficult for him to share a dormitory with Char! Furthermore, Macharius, only sixteen years old, appeared harmless enough, so he wasn't on guard at all.

"Is that so? Then my daily life must be very happy!"

"hapiness?"

Kalma thought about her daily life in the military academy. Although it was hard, she had such a lucky group of friends around her. It seemed that she was really happy!
"Yeah, even though I'm pretty exhausted sometimes, I'm still happy. I think you guys are probably feeling the same way!"

"Karma!"

Char had realized at this moment that the other party didn't mean what he asked, but before he could remind him, he saw Macharius take out a camera.

"My name is Macharius Criny. If you don't mind, can you take a photo with me?"

"No problem, of course!"

"That would be great!"

Then, Macharius stood between the two of them, raised his hands and put his thumbs up in front of his chest, while Kalma's follower consciously took the camera and took a photo of the three of them.

"Hmm, it's beautiful. You two really look like a couple! It's a pity that I have a friend named Amuro, who couldn't stick with it until the end like you two did!"

Macharius, who took the camera, then said.

"Hey, we look like a couple? No, no, no, you're wrong, we're just good friends!"

Karma finally reacted and waved his hands, blushing and denying it.

"Really? That was my mistake. I'm so sorry, but this yellow-haired friend and you really have a great connection. The two of you standing together look like a perfect couple!"

At this moment, Karma seemed to have really thought of something, and her face turned even redder.

Naturally, his appearance was noticed by the other students, and even the so-called Kalma Guards behind him couldn't help but nod at this moment.

　New group number: 429297914 The Kadia Defense Force Tucker Team Headquarters welcomes all members of the Helmet Crab Team.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)