Chapter 9 This kid doesn’t look mediocre!
However, no matter how proud he was, Chen Xuejun was also full of questions at this time.
Every year when the county’s People’s Armed Forces Department recruits soldiers, there are staff members who ride bicycles back and forth in every village to do propaganda.
Those who are younger may not have paid attention to this department.
But Chen Xuejun, who has lived in the village for many years, is not unfamiliar with the People's Armed Forces Department. He just mentioned the idea of joining the army to Chen Mo yesterday.
The leader from the city is coming to my house today. If you say it’s a coincidence, it can’t be such a coincidence, right?
Perhaps sensing Chen Xuejun's confusion, Political Commissar Dong Guoqiang grinned and said, "Brother Chen, this is the case. The county is offering condolences to families of eligible age for conscription this year."
"I was planning to come over to Xinglong in the next few days, but today, I received a letter from Comrade Chen Mo expressing his desire to join the army."
"We just came over to take a look at the specific situation. Sorry to bother Brother Chen."
"No, don't bother." Chen Xuejun waved his hands repeatedly: "Leaders, please sit down. I'll pour you some tea."
After saying that, Chen Xuejun was busy pouring water on the side.
Chen Mo pursed his lips, probably guessing that Political Commissar Dong must have been certain that the letter was indeed written by him, which was why he told his father this.
But it is obviously unrealistic to expect to get the approval of the two leaders of the People's Armed Forces Department and directly help him with just a letter.
Because the situation of enlistment this year is indeed somewhat complicated. Firstly, a large-scale military downsizing is underway, the number of conscriptions in various places has shrunk sharply, and the number of places is very limited.
In addition to completing their tasks, local conscription units also have to deal with the necessary social skills.
This is one of the reasons why it is difficult to join the army this year.
Secondly, in December 1998, the Military Service Law was being revised, and the five-year extended service of volunteer soldiers was to be cancelled. The later standardized two-year conscript system for navy, army and air force was to be implemented from December this year.
However, at present, all places only know that the Military Service Law will be revised, but the relevant documents and notices have not been announced in detail. Both the military and local units are willing to wait and see.
The reforms to be carried out above and the changes to the compulsory military service system are to allow for regular conscription and discharge so that soldiers can be replaced frequently. This will not only facilitate the renewal of standing troops but also keep the troops young and strong.
Screen available talents in large quantities and implement the policy of quality over quantity.
Due to the huge changes and the disbanding of many military regions, large-scale disarmament actions are relatively frequent and troops are not very scarce.
This also creates another reason why it is difficult to join the army this year.
Chen Mo only understood many of the reasons after he joined the army in his previous life. At that time, his parents begged and pleaded with everyone to get him into the army. It can be said that it really took a lot of effort.
While his father was busy making tea, Chen Mo briefly organized his thoughts and then said, "Leader, you just asked me when I first thought about joining the army."
"Actually, this discussion started a long time ago. When I passed by the newsstand on my way to school, I liked to pick up newspapers and periodicals related to the military."
"Besides, I'm curious and like to pester my elders to talk about this kind of thing. I often think about it randomly, so I hope that one day I can wear a military uniform like my leader."
"I am already a senior in high school this year and am old enough to sign up for military service. I hope the leaders can give me a chance."
Listening to Chen Mo's constant talk about enlistment, Dong Guoqiang lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "So, the letter sent to the county was written by you?"
"Yes, sir. I wrote this letter yesterday evening after returning from school."
"I put it in the post office in town and mailed it this morning."
After getting the exact answer, Dong Guoqiang nodded.
He turned his head and looked at Cao Deming. In fact, he really wanted to ask more questions about the letter.
But the current occasion was really not suitable. A group of fellow villagers were squatting three or five meters away from them, and there was a sea of people at the door.
No matter what you say, there will be dozens of eyes staring at you. The content of the letter is indeed not confidential, but if you ask too deeply, you may reveal something else.
As for whether Chen Mo would be accepted or not, Dong Guoqiang was not sure for the time being. After all, he did not have the final say in the matter.
Since 1996, the People's Armed Forces Department has been changed from a local organization to a military organization.
Regarding the letter, he would explain the situation to the recruiting unit when he returned and see how they responded.
After all, things were somewhat beyond their previous experience.
Political Commissar Dong and Minister Cao exchanged a glance and stood up at the same time. Political Commissar Dong shouted, "Brother Chen, stop working."
"We already understand the basic situation. It's a good thing that the child wants to join the army. We will discuss it as soon as possible after we return."
"If the situation is suitable, the county will arrange for someone to come and pick up Comrade Chen Mo tomorrow to go to the school to get a certificate and then fill out the forms."
"Let's not sit down yet."
After saying that, Dong Guoqiang patted Chen Mo on the shoulder and then strode forward to leave.
"Boss, the meal is ready, please eat something before you leave."
Seeing that people were about to leave, Chen Xuejun became anxious.
He came home without saying anything. He brought so many things to express his condolences, how could he just leave like that?
"No, no, we all come here after dinner. There will definitely be another chance in the future."
The three people who came from the People's Armed Forces Department smiled and waved their hands. When they met the villagers who were waiting at the door to join in the fun, they politely declined.
The people were sent to the military vehicle at the village entrance. The crowd that had gathered did not disperse and were all talking about the leaders coming from the county.
Wang Mingming, an officer of the Military Department, was in charge of driving, while Political Commissar Dong Guoqiang and Minister Cao Deming sat in the back.
After the car left the village and walked a few hundred meters, Lao Cao spoke: "Old Dong, do you think Chen Mo is telling the truth?"
“It’s hard to say.”
Dong Guoqiang continued with a puzzled look on his face, "I've also mobilized quite a few young men to join the army in recent years, and they're all around the same age as Chen Mo."
"But this is the first time I've met a kid who has such a clear goal and such a strong desire to join the army. He seems determined to get it and isn't worried at all that we might refuse."
"Yeah, this kid doesn't even look like a high school student." Cao Deming nodded.
He obviously agreed with the political commissar's point of view.
"How about this, when we get back to the city, I'll call the 63rd Army and explain the situation to them. I'll see how the recruiting unit responds."
"Tomorrow, we'll arrange for people to visit all the schools, including Shiqiao Junior High School where Chen Mo studied, and also ask the villagers about the situation."
"If the military clearly wants this person and his family background is acceptable, then bring him to the unit to fill out the forms."
"I have a feeling this kid might actually bring honor to our Fucheng. He can't be mediocre to come up with the ideas in the letter."
Dong Guoqiang finally made the final decision.
Even Chen Mo himself did not expect that the letter of enlistment he wrote would cause quite a stir among the military cadres before he even arrived at the army.
The other side.
The neighbors who were sent to the village entrance also regarded Chen Mo as a hot commodity.
Many people surrounded him and asked him questions.
"Xiao Mo, what did you mean by what you just said to the city leader? Are you going to join the army?"
"The eldest son of the Chen family is really amazing. I remember that to join the army, you have to report to the town first. Xiao Mo was able to get the county leaders to come to our village. This is incredible."
"Xuejun raised a good son."
"Hey, look at the children of Old Chen's family. They are really good, unlike my brat who talks back all day long. Xiao Mo, you should take care of my Hu Zi more often when you have nothing to do. You two are the same age."
Faced with questions from a group of elders, Chen Mo had no choice but to respond one by one.
But he was indeed happy in his heart.
Starting over again, he can finally stand up straight again, and at the same time, make his family feel a little more at ease.
That kind of muddleheaded and muddled life is finally over.
As for whether he could join the army, Chen Mo was not worried at all.
With Secretary Chen's experience, he couldn't even join the army.
What a bastard.
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