Chapter 640 Refusal of Promotion
A war in the world has finally ended, and everything is gradually returning to normal.
The culprit has been executed and will go to hell to meet Yama, the King of Hell!
Those who survived were rewarded according to their merits.
Top floor conference room of the Gotham City Military Headquarters General Political Department Building.
The current deputy commander of the entire army sat upright, his resolute face as if carved by a knife, with sharp and clear eyes.
He was accompanied by six high-ranking officers of different ranks!
Opposite them, in the empty open space, there was only one chair.
A girl in military uniform sat on the chair, her back straight with a clear gap between it and the chair back!
She rested her arms naturally on her knees, her eyes fixed straight ahead, bright and piercing!
"Major, are you sure you want to refuse the rank?" The deputy commander's voice was deep and accusatory.
"I'm sure."
Wen Ni sat up even straighter and answered very decisively!
"You feel that promoting you to colonel doesn't meet your expectations?" The commander-in-chief frowned slightly, and before Wen Ni could answer, he continued, "Although we feel that simply promoting you to colonel is indeed a bit of a disservice to you, you should know that someone as young as you, being promoted directly from major to colonel without considering seniority, is already a precedent in the entire army. You are the first. Is there anything else you're not satisfied with?"
"Yes, Major, one shouldn't be too greedy." An officer next to him smiled slightly, easing the atmosphere. "Our superiors have taken into account your outstanding achievements in previous missions and your excellent performance in the Sino-Burmese War. They specifically submitted an application to the Commander-in-Chief to promote you to Major General, but your age and experience are a bit too short, so it didn't pass the review!"
“Speaking of seniority, isn’t that guy from the 85th Army…” another officer casually mentioned, then stopped halfway through, realizing it was inappropriate.
"These are different and cannot be compared." The deputy commander immediately spoke up, very meticulously. "A major general leads an entire legion in combat, focusing on overall command. Wen Ni has no experience commanding legions, so it's normal for the commander-in-chief to have some considerations!"
"As for that one, he previously followed Commander Qin's troops in several corps command battles. Later, he was appointed as the commander of an army in a time of crisis and took on heavy responsibilities. He fought an extremely brilliant victory while reducing the number of troops, which rapidly shortened the war time and avoided excessive consumption of resources and manpower! At first, everyone may have thought that the rank he was given was too high, but now it seems that it is well-deserved."
"Of course, I'm not saying that Comrade Wen Ni lacks the ability to command a corps in combat, but rather that she lacks some practical experience." The deputy commander quickly smoothed things over, afraid that Wen Ni might harbor resentment over the promotion.
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Wen Ni felt exceptionally pleased when she heard them praising her husband Lu Jinye, and a smile appeared on her face.
The deputy commander and others were slightly puzzled when they saw Wen Ni's calm and cheerful expression.
Didn't she complain that the promotion didn't meet her expectations? Why is she silent now? Is she upset because she heard them praising the commander of the 85th Army? But she doesn't seem like it... Is she forcing a smile?
"Comrade Wen Ni, after all I've said, do you understand what I mean?" The deputy commander couldn't help but lean forward, staring into her eyes and brows, unable to see through her thoughts.
“I understand what you mean, but perhaps you don’t understand what I mean.” Wen Ni raised her eyes slightly, her tone calm and clear. “I think I’m fine as I am now, and I don’t need any changes.”
"What do you mean?" Everyone was taken aback.
"Could it be that you're refusing the promotion not because you think the rank of colonel is too low, but because you want to keep your current rank of major?" The deputy commander, realizing what was happening, was even more stunned in disbelief, his hand unconsciously slamming on the table. "Why? With your abilities, a promotion would give you more room to grow, and you'd certainly achieve more if you stayed in the military! You have no reason to refuse!"
"Because I still have a lot of things to do."
"What happened? What happened?" The deputy commander looked puzzled. "What could possibly make you give up a promotion?"
"To meet a couple of close friends." Wen Ni's eyes narrowed slightly. "And... to finish my unfinished studies."
"Wh...what?" The vice commander and everyone around him were stunned.
It seems like there are big question marks all over the top of their heads.
Did they hear me right?
Some people refuse promotions, all honors and special treatment, just so they can continue their studies and chat with their friends!?
Ah, youth! Still so impetuous and reckless.
They were secretly complaining
Wen Ni nodded slowly, confirming once again that they had not misheard.
"Why are you doing this? Can you tell me the reason?" The deputy commander didn't believe that a special forces soldier who had seen life and death on the battlefield would act recklessly out of youthful arrogance. Even though she was indeed very young.
“Because an elder once told me that he wanted me to finish my studies so that I would have the skills to make a living if I ever left the army.” Wen Ni’s eyes deepened, and the faint smile in her eyes gradually disappeared.
Several high-ranking officials looked at each other, wondering what kind of reason this was.
"The Commander-in-Chief values talent. Someone as capable as you probably won't have much of a chance to leave the army!" the officers joked.
The deputy commander, however, sensed Wen Ni's subtle emotions. After a moment's hesitation, he asked, "What elder?"
"My captain."
The meeting room fell silent after those words were spoken.
The vice commander's hand, which was resting on the table, suddenly loosened, and his fingertips trembled slightly!
They certainly knew who her captain was.
“I want to finish the last thing he entrusted to me,” Wen Ni said.
No one spoke in the meeting room.
"I understand." The deputy commander finally spoke, his tone somewhat low. "However, you don't need to rush to refuse the promotion. I will explain to the Commander-in-Chief on your behalf, and I think the Commander-in-Chief will understand. Just go ahead and do what you want to do, and we'll wait for you to come back."
"Commander! This..." The people on both sides were extremely surprised.
"It's alright." The deputy commander, however, had made up his mind, his face as firm as stone, unyielding. "I can still make this decision."
"Thank you, Chief." Wen Ni stood up and saluted.
As the conference room door closed, the other officers couldn't help but turn their gazes to the deputy commander.
They hesitated to speak, and none of them spoke first.
But the deputy commander knew perfectly well what they wanted to ask. He leaned back and said in a deep voice, "Some people are born to be commanders, and some are born to be sharp swords. And a sword's edge is honed through tempering; the more it is tempered, the sharper it becomes! She is still young and should take a look at the world outside."
These are profound words that give one pause for thought.
The others in the meeting room fell silent, nodding thoughtfully.
Outside the window
Amidst the hustle and bustle, under a blue sky and white clouds, bathed in sunshine, life is at its best.
The plaza in front of the Nangang Zhonghai City Little Giant Egg was bustling with people!
On the giant dome screen, photos of female celebrities in gorgeous clothes, with glamorous makeup and unique styles were repeatedly displayed.
In the very center, a string of striking artistic lettering boldly proclaims: "Tang Zi Charity Concert National Tour - First Stop: Nangang Zhonghai International City!"
(Third update today~)
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