[COD] Newbie's Rise to Power

Kruger: The equipment at your base is really rubbish.

You continue typing angrily: "We can't compare to you mercenaries, you can buy better stuff with your money!"

Kruger: Beg me, and I'll buy you a good drone.

You: What nonsense are you spouting?

Even though you know he's trying to show concern, isn't this arrogant attitude a bit too much?

Kruger: You don't want to get blown up next time, do you?

You were so angry this time that you laughed out loud, and sent him a few disdainful panda emojis.

You: Kruger! How dare you curse me! I'm going to have my Taoist friend cast a spell on you, making you unlucky for a whole year, and you won't be able to get paid for any quests!

Kruger: Ha...that's too wicked, sweetheart.

You chuckle: "Then hurry up and apologize to me, and I might consider having my friend give you a blessing that will make you rich."

What Taoist friend? Of course, he was lying to him!

A reply came quickly from the other side.

Kruger: I'm sorry, please forgive my rudeness just now.

Kruger: Excuse me, can I buy that blessing for several more years?

Hmph, I'm getting my hands on you.

In the end, you still refused Kruger's offer to give you the drone.

He was initially quite firm, since he knew the location of your base, and if he really sent it over, you wouldn't be able to refuse.

So, if you ask him for his sniper rifle, he'll immediately shut up.

After a chaotic chat with them, you finally remembered what Vita had said when you put down your phone: buy something to change your luck.

Since you can't go out, you can only buy it online.

After scrolling through shopping apps for almost an hour, you finally made your payment.

You chose a red cinnabar bracelet. Cinnabar is a pure yang substance with strong positive energy. It can ward off evil spirits and disasters, and it is also good for your health.

This is what the seller said!

You mainly think it looks good, and the red color gives off a positive vibe.

It's a bit pricey, but you don't usually have many expenses, so you're willing to buy it.

The next day, when you went to your sniper training, Keegan actually announced the new mission.

"Soldiers, the base has issued a new mission. Recently, due to the secret and frequent incursions of certain armed drug trafficking organizations into Turkey to transport drugs across the Turkish border, the local police are short-handed and are therefore requesting assistance from nearby stationed troops."

Keegan briefly explained the situation.

As you see, it seems Blizzard's information wasn't entirely accurate; it's not peacekeeping but armed aid.

Both peacekeeping and aid involve deploying personnel to provide assistance, but they are fundamentally different.

The former mainly serves as a supervisory body, mediating the conflict between the two sides and preventing them from exchanging fire. The peacekeeping force itself cannot arbitrarily join the fighting.

The latter refers to external forces requested or hired by one party to assist them in carrying out various tasks, including but not limited to peacekeeping, reconnaissance, arrest, and firepower strikes.

These drug trafficking organizations need to cross the Turkish border, so it goes without saying where they're transporting their drugs.

Not to mention the already tense geopolitical relationship between Turkey and Russia, most countries advocate condemnation and crackdown on drugs.

Moreover, these drug traffickers have arrogantly used weapons, causing harm to local police and residents in Turkey. This constitutes a war crime and should be strictly controlled.

Keegan continued, “You will all be involved in this manpower deployment. This is an opportunity for you, but I hope you will prioritize your own safety.”

"Yes, Instructor!"

You all responded.

Everyone...

You thought it would be a lottery like last time.

This has completely cut off your escape route. You have no choice but to participate, especially since you're facing drug dealers!

Drug traffickers are said to be ruthless, especially those who are armed. They are capable of anything for profit, comparable to terrorist organizations.

Moreover, controlling drug dealers is not something that can be resolved in a day or two; it may be a protracted battle.

Upon hearing this news, everyone became serious, because as you all know, the longer the mission takes, the higher the chance of facing danger.

Except for blizzards.

In the cafeteria, Blizzard held a chicken leg and tore off a piece of meat.

While chewing, I observed your solemn expressions.

"Hey you guys, why are you all looking so long-faced? It's just a task!"

Blizzard, holding a chicken leg, pointed at you and Vita respectively.

You look at Blizzard with a dejected expression:

"Aren't you worried? It's a drug trafficking organization, and it's armed. It's very dangerous."

How come she doesn't seem to be under any psychological pressure at all?

ch.81: Mother Hen

I don't know if it's because of the influence of domestic reports, but you have a very negative attitude towards drug dealers, and you subconsciously equate their danger level with that of terrorist organizations, even more so in your mind.

After all, you've had relatively little exposure to the activities of terrorist organizations in your life so far, but the crimes and propaganda of drug traffickers are everywhere and too numerous to mention!

That's why you felt so much psychological pressure after you learned that the target of this mission was drug dealers.

Just like how adults always tell you about ghosts and monsters to scare you when you're young, over time it becomes a sensitive trigger point in your heart that is linked to fear.

Even if you later realize that ghosts and monsters were just lying to you and that they never existed.

But when you mention them, fear and doubt still arise in your heart. Do they really not exist? Are they really not scary?

This mission may not be very dangerous, but it touches a nerve, and you will still feel anxious and uneasy.

"What are you worried about? We're all human. They have weapons, and so do we. Besides, we have experienced officers to lead us. Just be bold and go for it!"

These words were like a hammer blow, smashing your worries to pieces!

Yes! They're all human, so why should we be afraid of them?

Since we are destined to be rivals, let's go all out. Only fearlessness and courage can carry us to victory!

The departure date is very close, set for two days from now.

To prepare for long-distance travel, you pack all your belongings away and seal them to prevent them from getting dusty and smelly over time.

Before you left, the girls in your dorm all followed your example and hid a cleaver in their bra straps.

You glanced at the dagger Nicoto had given you on the bedside table, and finally reached out and tucked it into your waistband.

On the spacious training ground, you all wore the same combat uniforms, like dark chess pieces, lined up in a neat chessboard.

You held guns in your hands, bullet pouches hung on your waists, and your faces showed determination.

And in front of you is Captain Price, behind him are Ghost and the other officers, standing in a straight line with their hands behind their backs.

Price looked at you with a serious expression and piercing gaze, his voice firm and powerful:

"Soldiers, today you are heading to unfamiliar lands to face unknown challenges. But remember, we are not only going on a support mission, but also to combat criminals! You are all excellent soldiers, and I believe in your abilities. I hope you will complete the mission successfully and return safely. Do you have confidence?"

At this point, there will be no other voices.

"I have confidence!"

"I have confidence!"

Everyone shouted in unison, giving the loudest response to these words of encouragement!

Price nodded in satisfaction: "Very good, now, get ready to get in the car!"

Then Ghost, Soap, and Koenig stood at the back of a military truck.

Although they were led by an officer, the base couldn't be left unattended, so the three of them were left at the base on standby.

Tiger and Farah went on another mission a few days ago, so they are not at the base.

You will be divided into three groups, with Keegan, Gates, and Zimo in charge.

As snipers, your team will naturally be led by Keegan.

Keegan led the way to one of the trucks and got into the passenger seat.

Your soldiers will enter from the rear of the vehicle, in groups of about ten, and sit in the back seats of the truck.

You all headed to the back of the bus and boarded one after another.

And the ghost at the back of your truck, with his hand raised, gave each of the first soldiers who boarded a brief high-five.

And the ghosts would say a word of encouragement to them.

"good luck!"

"come on!"

"See you later!"

Such remarks followed one after another.

When it was your turn to get on the bus, you raised your hand to give him a high five, just like everyone else. But the moment you made contact, he suddenly grabbed your hand.

You looked at him questioningly: "Lieutenant?"

Beneath the ghost mask, the brown eyes drooped slightly, as if carrying a trace of melancholy, or perhaps... worry?

"Be careful and come back safely."

You understand, it's because of what happened last time that he specifically reminded you, right?

You nodded and gave him a firm smile.

"I will, Lieutenant!"