Chapter 136 Competitive Relationship
Walking into the conference room, Tang Zikai straightened his clothes and saluted the old leader sitting in the first seat. "Reporting to the brigade commander, the exercise mission has been successfully completed. Our Red Army has won a great victory. Please give me your instructions, commander."
"Very good, this exercise was done very well, and your combat plan was also excellent. Sit down and talk."
Brigade Commander Fang looked at the young man in front of him with satisfaction in his eyes. He liked this kind of passionate and strong young people.
"I've read your battle plan. It's pretty good and quite capable."
"Thank you for your approval, Brigadier General."
Tang Zikai felt more at ease. He took off his hat, sat down beside him, and picked up the teacup and filled it halfway with water.
"Look at you, you're such a loser. You can't handle a few days of training? Don't act like that to me. I'm not blind. Do you think I'll believe you if you act like a wife being bullied?"
Brigade Commander Fang glanced at him and snorted.
"It is normal to have different voices in any combat exercise. The army is not a one-man show. Everyone has the right to speak. Of course, if someone makes good suggestions and opinions, we will still listen to them. Only by brainstorming can we attract talents."
"I always say the same thing. As long as you are talented, you will not be buried. If you are gold, you will shine sooner or later."
This kid has good abilities, but he's also quite cunning. However, he's still a little naive if he wants to show off his skills like Guan Gong.
You bastard, you really thought he was sleeping in the brigade headquarters.
Tang Zikai looked at the brigade commander and knew what he meant. He immediately stood up and saluted.
"The brigade commander is wise." He had long understood that the crying child gets candy, but he had just disdained to use it before.
"Go to hell, kid, don't give me that."
Brigade Commander Fang waved his hand, asked him to sit down, and then changed the subject.
"Yan Chengyuan's tactical deployment is not bad, but it is a bit radical. If we encounter a sudden war, although his deployment will cause heavy casualties, once successful, it will be the most efficient."
"In addition to training the team's willpower and teamwork, the exercise also tests the strengths and weaknesses of your commanders' deployment plans. When the real guns and live ammunition come into play, your casual commands and deployments will require others to do their best to execute them. At that time, their lives and deaths will all be in your hands."
Brigadier General Fang looked at him calmly.
"The army needs capable, well-organized, experienced and ambitious people to take on important tasks. They should shoulder their responsibilities and be able to withstand pressure, keep their minds steady and stick to their beliefs even if there are different voices around them. Only then can they be qualified as helmsmen."
"Tang Zikai listened carefully to the instructions."
Tang Zikai stood up, his posture straight and upright, his face serious, his eyes firm, an iron-blooded temperament emanating from his whole body.
"Very good. It has been decided at the meeting that you will be appointed as the head of the special operations group. I hope you will not disappoint the country's expectations of you."
Brigade Commander Fang handed him the letter of appointment and patted him on the shoulder.
"The higher your status, the greater your responsibility. You must be mentally prepared."
"I will never let the country down for training me. Thank you, brigade commander, for your trust. I will complete the task." Tang Zikai held the appointment letter with excitement.
The little charlatan was right. As long as he sticks to his position, he can achieve his wish.
I originally thought that he would be criticized for his insistence on having his own way this time, but I didn't expect to receive such a generous gift as soon as he entered the door. It was really satisfying.
If he had known this, he should have left the little charlatan's address so that he could visit him and express his gratitude when he had the chance.
Although they were even, the reward from her for a day's tour guide was somewhat disproportionate. He was not one to take advantage of others, and he would definitely return the favor when he had the chance.
Brigade Commander Fang looked at him in a daze, then turned back to his seat and asked, "What's wrong? Are you confused now?"
"I'm reporting to the chief. I suddenly thought of a friend."
Brigade Commander Fang looked at him quietly for a moment, and his eyes suddenly dimmed.
"Seeing you, I also thought of someone. If it weren't for that accident, his achievements today would be no less than yours. What a good soldier, what a pity..."
Hearing the brigade commander's regretful tone and gloomy expression, Tang Zikai fell silent. It was not the first time he saw his leader express such regret for someone.
"Captain, the person who can always be remembered by you must be outstanding, right?"
"Yes, he is the most outstanding young man I have met in the past few years. He has a high level of understanding, is smart and calm, and is a natural soldier. After he stood out from the new recruits, he was the top soldier for three consecutive years. He is also the youngest one, and no one has broken his record until now."
"It's a pity. He had to retire after injuring his leg while saving someone during a heavy mission. His retirement is my biggest regret. I once wanted to transfer him to another position where he could still use his brain instead of physical strength, but he insisted on leaving."
Brigade Commander Fang said, turning to look at Tang Zikai, his eyes unable to conceal his pride.
"He was a proud, courageous, and uncompromising young man, and he exuded the vigor and vitality that young people of the new era should have."
Tang Zikai looked at the brigade commander. It was the first time he heard him say so much, and he was very curious.
"What's his name? I'd like to meet him if I get a chance, and have a discussion with him."
They are all young people, and he thinks he is talented. There is no reason for him to bow to someone he doesn't know. The army is so large, there are so many outstanding soldiers, and he is one of them. This is his pride and his confidence.
"He has retired and returned home. I'm afraid we won't have the chance to meet again." The brigade commander came to his senses and chuckled, "Go ahead. Young people should be brave and not afraid of danger."
"Yes," Tang Zikai nodded, turned around and walked out.
I came back with a heavy heart and left refreshed, it was like a roller coaster ride.
Standing on the training field, Tang Zikai's brows were raised, he was in high spirits, and exuded a heroic spirit from the inside out.
"Congratulations, Captain Tang." Yan Chengyuan stood behind him with a tense face, clapping with both hands, but there was still a look of dissatisfaction in his eyes.
He fought with all his might this time, but still lost. Although his position was promoted, he was transferred away.
Tang Zikai turned around and looked at Yan Chengyuan who was suppressing his anger. He smiled and said, "Congratulations, you and I are both winners."
"I have to go somewhere, see you later."
Yan Chengyuan squinted at him. He thought he was quite capable, the only problem was that he didn't have a good father or grandfather. He admitted his mistake.
"Cheng Yuan, we have been partners for a long time, and you should know my temper. Of course, I know you well enough. There is nothing wrong with us competing with each other in private. If you feel uncomfortable, you can find a time to fight, but you are wrong for telling tales."
"Especially when it comes to tactical issues, if we make any moves, do you think the people above us can't understand? They are all smart people. Fortunately, this exercise ended smoothly. If the exercise goes wrong because of us, don't mention your little report, all the brothers will be implicated with us."