Chapter 240: Review Conference, You Are Half the Protagonist
After coming out of the auditorium, Chen Mo, who had been beaten up, felt refreshed.
His mouth was so grinning that it almost reached his ears.
After the exercise, he could sleep in comfortably and relax. He was originally the acting commander of the Blue Army Battalion, but his troops were wiped out, so his position as acting commander was naturally no longer valid.
But Wang Songhe's mood was particularly strange.
The head of the military region asked him to write a war report, which was clearly related to his experience in information warfare.
I won’t talk about the fact that I have already defeated you and still have to write about my experience.
The question is, what should the division do?
The Seventh War Zone was divided into an experimental area. As a blue army unit, it was understandable that it suffered a defeat, but this exercise also carried the important task of testing the second stage of mechanization transformation.
For this test, the directorate specially dispatched a special intelligence force from the Kyoto Military Region to guide the exercise.
As a result, up to now, he has not seen any trace of the special intelligence force at all, and the entire force has been almost dispersed.
What the hell is this?
"Why!"
Wang Songhe sighed, remained silent for a long time, and just walked on the road with his head down.
It was only when they reached the entrance of the dormitory building that Chen Mo noticed that Commander Wang had a worried look on his face. He stopped and waited for a while until Wang Songhe came up to him.
Chen Mocai smiled and greeted: "Chief, are you still angry?"
"roll!"
"It's just a little bit of frustration, it's normal." Chen Mo spread his hands, his face full of innocence.
His original intention of greeting was not to anger anyone, as the saying goes, it is better to resolve a feud than to create one.
Chen Mo was not sure whether Lao Wang was among the leadership team of the Jincheng Military Region.
But for someone like Wang Songhe, the number one in a Type A division, as long as he doesn't make any principled mistakes in the future, it is almost certain that he will make further progress.
Since Chen Mo plans to develop well in the army in the future, he should try his best not to make any private grudges with people with stars on their shoulders.
"Is that a setback?" Wang Songhe looked at a young man trying to persuade him, and while lamenting how shameless he was, he simply let his anger run wild and cursed, "Naive, childish!"
"What do you know, kid?"
"Do you know what the second phase of mechanized transformation test is? Your Kyoto Military District has deployed a special intelligence team in nine combat zones."
"Do you know what a special forces unit is?"
"You don't understand, kid. Mechanization testing? Do you think you can come up with the best data for organizational reform and mechanization transformation on your own, without the organization and participation of the directorate?"
"Or do you really think that an exercise that costs one-tenth of this year's military budget and involves 100,000 people is really only participated by two group armies?"
"You don't know anything, you're just messing around. Exercises are meant to test the troops' combat capabilities, not to simulate war."
Lao Wang talked a lot, and inexplicably felt a sense of relief.
Damn it, just now in the auditorium, I couldn’t get a word in at all, but now, I have finally suppressed this damn young man in terms of professionalism.
After being scolded, Chen Mo blinked. He was really unaware of the involvement of the combat troops.
The Blue Army Battalion participated in the exercise for the purpose of experimentation. They were not notified of many things and had to rely entirely on their own performance.
Although he was not clear about the combat troops, Chen Mo knew the mission of this kind of troops.
To put it bluntly, it is commanded by the head of the directorate himself, as the third-party main force, with different firepower.
Come and personally inspect the troops being inspected.
Winning the battle against the troops is basically a matter of infinite glory, and you can walk around with ease in the future. It is really amazing.
"Then, Commander, do you think you can defeat the Directorate's combat team?"
Chen Mo simply stopped, stood at the entrance of the dormitory building, and asked.
"What do you mean?"
Wang Songhe spoke in a bad tone, took out a cigarette from his pocket, smoked one himself, and then sat down on the cement edge next to the dormitory building entrance.
"It's nothing."
Chen Mo squatted down in front of them and said, "The directorate knows every unit's coordinates, firepower, organization, and even the commander's personality."
"The Seventh War Zone's Blue Army is deployed in a linear configuration. The battle line alone stretches nearly a hundred kilometers. If we encounter a combat unit, Commander, can you guarantee victory?"
"A linear layout can be interspersed, but in a localized, intense war, there won't even be enough time for support."
"Stop talking nonsense. You don't understand the importance of testing at all."
Wang Songhe responded with a curse, smoke coming out of his nostrils.
"I don't understand, but I understand the future of informatization." Chen Mo said firmly.
"What do you mean?"
Wang Songhe was stunned for a moment.
Noticing that Commander Wang was interested in his topic, Chen Mo smiled and deliberately kept him in suspense.
I kept waiting for Lao Wang, and my eyes were wide open.
Chen Mocai hurriedly said, "Think about it, Commander, your Blue Army Division did not encounter combat troops, but it did encounter informationized troops."
"Why, I should thank you?"
"That's not necessary, but once we encounter an informationized force, we also master the core of informationized warfare."
"We've been calling for mechanization since the early 1990s. With so many military regions, there are plenty of units that perform better than you."
"But information technology is different. This is a system that has just started. As long as this report is done well, we can clearly understand the importance of the new system."
"From now on, who in the entire military region can compare with you, Commander Wang? Whenever there is an information technology pilot project, your unit will inevitably be involved."
"Besides, the Kyoto Military District's information battalion is about to be established. According to JW's instructions, all seven military districts must establish information battalions."
"Will your division still have the most advantages then? As long as it becomes a pilot program, and you ask for equipment, personnel, and quotas from higher-ups, who can deny you?"
Chen Mo spoke slowly and persuasively.
At first, Wang Songhe was completely dismissive of what he said, but as he listened, he gradually figured it out.
It seems to make sense.
When it comes to mechanized transformation, compared with informatization, the latter is definitely more promising. At present, Kyoto and various continental academies are involved in related research.
No matter what else.
Just look at a lieutenant who can lead an informationized battalion, enter the directorate meeting in a short period of time, and even win a Medal of the Republic.
Based on this point, it is not difficult to see the potential of informatization in the future.
Wang Songhe himself couldn't think of it, because he was too far away from these things before. As the commander of the motorized infantry division, the weapon configuration within the unit had not yet been fully mechanized.
It’s too early to think about informatization.
Now, after hearing what Chen Mo said, he really felt like he had suddenly come to his senses.
Lao Wang let out a long sigh. "You're right, kid. The battle report really needs some polishing."
After saying that, Wang Songhe turned around to look for someone, only to find that there was no trace of Chen Mo beside him.
This kid would have run away a long time ago.
What’s even more infuriating is that when Lao Wang bent down to look for cigarettes nearby, both the cigarettes and the matches had disappeared.
"Why?"
"You son of a bitch, it's fine if you take the cigarettes, but you also want my matches?"
"Damn it, what kind of bad habits are these."
Wang Songhe stood up cursing, and just now he felt a little bit of identification with Chen Mo.
In an instant, it disappeared without a trace.
Chen Mo's dormitory was arranged on the second floor. As soon as he entered the dormitory, he heard Lao Wang cursing downstairs.
But he didn't care at all.
You have to get some compensation for giving people advice, right?
A pack of cigarettes is not expensive, look at how stingy Lao Wang is.
Chen Mo spread out his bedding, took the basin to the bathroom, took a comfortable bath, and lay down on the bed to rest.
The exercise was over and he had basically nothing to do afterwards.
Time passes by bit by bit.
Soon, it was late August.
During this period, Chen Mo never saw anyone from the Blue Army Camp again. He didn't know whether they were being held captive in the prisoner-of-war camp established by the Blue Army or whether they were being gathered together in one camp.
Anyway, he was at the 184th Regiment's base, and his life was quite comfortable every day. He didn't have to do drills or attend meetings, and he could go downstairs to eat whenever he wanted.
Apart from the constant sound of artillery fire in the distance day and night, there are basically no other shortcomings.
But, stay in the director's department.
Chen Mo occasionally went to the cafeteria to eat and could hear some cadres discussing the exercise.
Overall, there were no major problems in this exercise code-named Renaissance 1999.
After all, it is a confrontation between the two toughest armies in the north, avoiding factors such as morale, training, and equipment gaps.
The data is not bad.
The entire exercise confrontation was extremely fierce due to the addition of combat forces. After the Seventh Theater Information Battalion withdrew from the battlefield, the battles between the three parties began to reach a climax one after another.
It may be that the directorate has put aside its focus on informatization and has enough energy to focus on other places and command the combat troops to join.
This resulted in a proliferation of various tactics and war plans across the battlefield.
There are tactics, from brutal to confrontational, all available.
There were nearly five large-scale tank battles, and confrontation experiments between mechanized infantry regiments were even more frequent.
Neither side of the confrontation had any intention of holding back.
This also resulted in the military exercises, which were originally scheduled for half a month, being brought forward by several days.
Chen Mo is not very clear about the specific details, but it is said that the data obtained from this mechanized transformation experimental exercise can be regarded as the highest standard indicator of the current new training system.
In other words, it was very successful.
After all, a large-scale confrontation that was so intense that the total casualties on both sides exceeded 30,000, the number of vehicles and equipment reached more than 8,460, and the number of fighter jets lost was as much as five Army Aviation Regiments.
The firepower of the Army Aviation was basically annihilated, and the amount of artillery and ammunition consumed could be counted in thousands of tons.
The entire Qinglong Gorge was filled with the thick smell of gunpowder even after the fighting subsided.
It has reached the pinnacle of mechanization.
Under such circumstances, the final review meeting was finally held.
8:00 am on August 21st.
No need to notify anyone at all.
Throughout the 184th Regiment’s headquarters, cadres dressed in gray military uniforms, with weathered faces, gathered in front of the dormitory building.
During the large-scale exercise, not only the soldiers had no water to wash their faces or take a bath, but the cadres did too.
The notice was to convene the meeting at 10 o'clock sharp. The extra two hours were for the cadres to change clothes and take a shower.
Otherwise, few people would be able to withstand the smell in the entire conference room.
Even Lieutenant Chen Mo was notified to attend the meeting at 10 o'clock.
Fortunately, it’s still early.
In his dormitory, he brewed a cup of strong tea in a white porcelain pot and sipped the tea while reading the battle report he had written.
Up to now, the people above haven't arranged to take this thing away, so it's probably just a formality.
Anyway, this exercise has proven that the transformation was very successful, and the review meeting should focus on commendation.
"The tea smells good."
After Chen Mo drank half a pot of tea, he stared at the tea leaves for several times.
He had no roots in the 184th Regiment and no one he knew, so he couldn't get any tea at all.
The little bit of liquid in the cup was taken from Wang Songhe’s dormitory last night.
There's nothing we can do. It's because these old guys enjoy themselves so much that we're jealous.
In recent times, the relationship between the two has eased a lot.
Even though they can't be said to be very close, at least they don't snarl at each other as soon as they meet. Damn it, they just don't curse at each other.
While Chen Mo was enjoying his tea comfortably, the dormitory door was pushed open with a bang.
Wang Songhe walked in with big strides.
Originally, Lao Wang's expression was relatively calm, but when he saw Chen Mo holding a cup of water with the familiar aroma of tea brewed in it, he felt that the aroma was very familiar.
He was stunned for a moment, took a few steps forward, stretched his head and took a look.
My anger started to rise rapidly.
His eyes widened as he cursed, "You little bastard! I was wondering why my tea leaves were missing. Turns out you stole them, you son of a bitch!"
"Fuck, do you even know anything about tea? Why would you make so much at once?"
"Damn it! This is the tea my daughter bought me when she came of age. I can't bear to drink it like this."
Wang Songhe felt really painful when he saw this. He was right. It was indeed bought by his daughter during the summer vacation.
Unexpectedly, Chen Mo bought the bottom directly and even brought back the jar.
“Hello, Chief!!”
When Chen Mo heard the scolding, he quickly stood up and saluted.
He didn't expect that Commander Wang would come to his dormitory. After all, he usually went to the other party's dormitory to write battle reports.
Even if they are not in the same unit, there are no restrictions on superiors and subordinates, and there is no colonel, why would he take the initiative to look for a lieutenant?
"Chief, I didn't know you were coming, haha!!"
Chen Mo smiled awkwardly.
"What? Did you hide the tea leaves knowing I'd come early?"
Wang Songhe snorted coldly, picked up the jar, held it in his arms, and said angrily: "You son of a bitch, learn some good habits. You stole other people's tea, and I haven't had enough of it yet."
"By the way, when we go to the meeting, put on your uniform. I heard you won second-class and third-class merits, didn't you?"
"Put on all your military medals, including the First Class Combat Hero Medal."
"I didn't receive any notification."
Chen Mo was stunned for a moment, not quite understanding what Wang Songhe meant.
It is understandable to wear casual clothes, after all, the debriefing meeting is a formal occasion.
But wearing military medals is a bit too conspicuous.
Besides, he was picked up on the battlefield, and apart from the first-class combat hero badge, he also carried with him previous military medals and commendations.
They are all kept in the cabinets in the base dormitory.
Who would carry that thing around all day long for no reason?
"Do you really not understand or are you pretending not to understand?"
Wang Songhe frowned and said with some displeasure: "Don't you seem quite smart?"
"What can a lieutenant like you do at the Fuxing 1999 Exercise Review Conference?"
"It's because the information technology experiment has achieved a phased victory and the second phase of mechanization transformation has been successful that the third phase of transformation will inevitably be mentioned at the conference."
"Similarly, informatization will gradually get on track. Today, you will not only attend the meeting, but also be promoted and make a speech on behalf of the successful first phase of the experiment."
"Similarly, the Kyoto Military District will also announce the official establishment of the Information Battalion."
"You're not stupid, kid. How come you can't see this little trick? If you want to be entrusted with an important task, with people from the two major military regions present, you have to put your achievements on the stage and block out other people's doubts."
"And the best achievement is the soldier's badge of honor on your chest."
"Is that clear?"
"Clear, clear."
Chen Mo nodded. Although Lao Wang spoke a little hurriedly, he could tell that he really cared about him and came over to remind him.
The review meeting is also a commendation and award ceremony, but most of the time, people are only scolded and criticized.
After all, there are very few exercises that can actually satisfy the higher-ups.
But this does not deny the importance of the review meeting.
The higher-ups might actually be planning to announce the official establishment of the Information Camp at this conference.
This is of epoch-making significance, and it is no exaggeration to say that it is quite grand.
Looking at the worried expression of Commander Wang, Chen Mo felt a little guilty. Commander Wang cared about him so much.
During the exercise, the beating was indeed a bit heavier. If I had known this would happen, I should have treated Lao Wang more gently.
"Change your clothes quickly once you're clear."
Wang Songhe waved his hand impatiently, then turned around and left the dormitory.
Chen Mo was left alone there, scratching his head.
I feel a little conflicted.
What Lao Wang said was right. If someone specifically notified me to attend such an occasion, it was very likely that there was something to be announced.
But what if?
What if it’s not announced, and I go there wearing a bunch of military medals, like a conspicuous bag, wouldn’t that backfire?
Besides, I don’t have any other military medals.
Chen Mo was a little undecided.
However, his dilemma did not last long.
Lao Wang just left, and it hasn't been five minutes yet.
The dormitory door was pushed open again, and Luo Yaowu, director of the Strategic Campaign Department of the Army Academy, came to the dormitory one after another, led by one of the staff officers.
"Chief?"
"Hello, Chief, what brings you here?"
Chen Mo noticed the visitor and was quite surprised. Some time ago, several leaders of Lu Academy were indeed here, but they went back after staying for less than two days.
Why did this suddenly come again?
"Hehe, you kid."
Luo Yaowu looked up at the dormitory and said with a smile, "How could I not come to such an important moment?"
"Go, change into your regular clothes."
"You'll be considered a key figure in the upcoming rehearsal meeting. This is the military medal I brought you. It's Xiao Pei, who lives in the same dormitory with you, who specifically reminded me not to bring the medal."
"Yes, Chief!"
If Wang Songhe had reminded him, Chen Mo would still have some doubts, but after Director Luo spoke, he really had no worries at all.
Chen Mo quickly changed into casual clothes.
When he took out the military medals one by one, he found that the number was wrong. He originally only had one second-class merit, one third-class merit, and one military district commendation with a badge.
The brigade commendations were given during the recruit period, but there were no actual badges.
Today, the number of commendations and third-class merit awards remains unchanged.
There are two second-class merits, one more than the other.
"Commander, this is not right?"
Chen Mo opened the small red box and looked a little confused.
"What's wrong?" Luo Yaowu shook his head: "Don't forget, your name is still registered with the college, and you haven't graduated yet."
"Given the success of this experiment, you won't be able to apply for the First Class Merit Award. The Kyoto Military has just approved the honor of First Class Combat Hero for you."
"But the academy can still give out a second-class merit."
"Put it on. This is your honor."
"yes!"
Chen Mo straightened his chest, quickly took out the military medal and pinned it on his left chest.
Hang the badge of first-class combat hero around your neck.
The weight of these military medals themselves is not noticeable, but when hung on the body, they seem too heavy.
This is a responsibility, and it is the responsibility of a soldier! !
ps: Today's chapter is short, the rehearsal is over, and it's time to enter the next big stage of the plot. I will think more about how to write the direction.
After sorting out my thoughts, I will present the full chapter as soon as possible. Thank you all readers for your support.
My thoughts are not clear and I haven't planned Chen Mo's future path well, so it's too difficult to write.
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