After returning to the ship, Fang Lang quickly put these things behind him and learned about his business in the United States and Italy through the telegrams on the ship. After Wan Chongxin in the United States contacted Fang Lang, he said that the factory equipment Fang Lang had asked for had been found and could be arranged to be shipped at any time. However, considering shipping safety, he suggested waiting for the boss's transport fleet to transport it himself.
Fang Lang also arranged for Wan Chongxin to look for penicillin production equipment in the United States and understand the process flow, and to inquire whether it is possible to build a penicillin production plant in Brazil, even if it is only a small-scale factory.
Mr. Cohens in Italy said that he had received the details of the goods sent by the Brazilian branch and had begun looking for buyers in Italy. At the same time, he had also found two cigarette distributors in France and would start negotiations with them once Fang Lang returned to Italy.
Fang Lang directly asked Cohens to negotiate with the French distributor himself, and he only needed to go back to confirm the contract, giving his father-in-law full trust.
Finally, Fang Lang sent a telegram to Brigadier General Jackson, expressing his intention to continue purchasing ten transport ships and asking whether Brigadier General Jackson had any in stock.
Commodore Jackson certainly would not refuse the business that came to his doorstep, and directly stated that it was still the same price and the same routine, and that it could be delivered at any time. Fang Lang notified Mr. Cohens to go to the Navy Department to sign the ship purchase contract.
Soon, after gathering his three transport ships, the long-awaited escort fleet finally arrived. Fang Lang once again led his fleet to Natal under the escort of the Brazilian Navy, and then joined up with other ships and headed for Italy along the original route.
Every crossing of the Atlantic Ocean is a test of life and death. Those who can break through the layers of blockades and reach the destination are true heroes. Unfortunately, there was no Brazilian welcome ceremony in Italy this time. Only a major of the Brazilian Expeditionary Army came with several trucks to pick up the reinforcements on the ship.
Fang Lang went to report to Colonel Attilio Parisi on his own.
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"Reporting to the commander, Lieutenant Fang Lang of the Navy reports to you that the Gilas transport ship has successfully completed its transportation mission. Please give your instructions!" Fang Lang said, standing in front of Colonel Parisi in standard military posture.
"Lieutenant Fang, come in quickly. No need to be polite. Sit down and talk. Sit down and talk."
It turned out that after being baptized by local specialties, Colonel Parisi this time was different from the Colonel Parisi that Fang Lang met for the first time.
"Yes, sir!"
"Fang, I heard that this time, you not only successfully completed the transportation mission, but also accomplished something great! The country sent a commendation telegram! The expeditionary force headquarters also sent a commendation. It seems that Fang, you will soon be ready to pick stars!"
Looking at the smiling Colonel Parisi, Fang Lang was confused. I know I did something big. It should be the work of Japanese spies, but what does it mean to pick stars? It implies that I want to be promoted, but I am only a lieutenant now! Even if I want to be promoted, I will be a captain! The captain is just one more flower at most! How can I pick stars?
"Sir, I was just lucky to have run into two Japanese spies. I really don't deserve your praise!"
"Luck is also a kind of ability! You don't have to be so modest. Just in time for you to come back, I have two good news to tell you. First, in view of your outstanding performance in this transport mission, Lieutenant Colonel Graham has asked General Morais for credit for you. With the approval of the expeditionary force headquarters, you will be awarded the rank of naval captain. This rank should have been awarded to you half a month ago. But because you are carrying out a mission in the Atlantic, I will award it to you now. Congratulations, Captain Fang Lang."
Seeing Colonel Parisi's face gradually becoming serious, Fang Lang quickly stood up, saluted and said, "Thank you, sir!"
What is a surprise? This is a surprise. Lieutenant Colonel Graham really keeps his word. He said that as long as Fang Lang can solve the problem of the transport ship, he will apply for a promotion reward from his superiors. Last time, when Colonel Parisi accidentally gave Fang Lang a flower, Fang Lang thought he would not be promoted. I didn't expect to receive such a big surprise as soon as I returned to Italy. I just transferred from the army infantry to the navy for less than five months, and I was promoted three levels and became a navy captain. This is simply a little cow visiting her relatives - awesome.
Seeing Fang Lang's surprised face, Colonel Parisi smiled and changed his collar badge and said, "Young man, it's too early to be happy. There is another big surprise waiting for you tomorrow! Tomorrow morning, bring your first mate and report to the expeditionary force headquarters together!"
"Yes, sir!"
Hearing Colonel Parisi's words, Fang Lang began to mutter in his heart, No way! No way! It's not over yet, this is the rhythm of taking off! But if I really pick a star, will I not be able to serve as the captain of the Gilas? I don't know what position I will be assigned to next.
What Fang Lang didn't know was that Lieutenant Colonel Graham was also reporting Fang Lang's situation to General Morais at this time:
"General, as far as I know, Fang Lang has a close relationship with Commodore Jackson of the US Navy, and they are uncle and nephew. He is even closely related to an American company called Global Trading Co., Ltd."
"Oh! I never thought that our Brazilian Expeditionary Force actually has a guy with such a deep background in the United States. But it turns out that he didn't show such a deep background when he was in the Army!"
As the commander-in-chief of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force, Major General Moraes only holds the rank of major general, but he is also the marshal of the Brazilian Army and has great power. It can be said that it is very easy for him to know the information of his subordinates. However, according to what he learned from the Brazilian Expeditionary Force Army, Fang Lang did not receive any special care from the United States before he was injured!
"This is exactly what I was confused about, but Fang Lang's appearance also solved the problem of the transport ship for us. I always thought that the reason why Commodore Jackson agreed to assign a transport ship to us was because Fang Lang happened to be a captain. Otherwise, we had requested so many times, but not once was it agreed. However, as soon as Fang Lang appeared, the US Navy immediately agreed to allocate a transport ship to us and asked Fang Lang, who passed their assessment, to be the captain. Doesn't this make it clear that this transport ship is prepared for Fang Lang?"
It’s true that according to Lieutenant Colonel Graham’s analysis, there is indeed nothing wrong with it. If Fang Lang were present, he would have to agree that Graham’s analysis was very reasonable.
"Then what position do you think we should assign him if we promote him to major this time?"
Morais lowered his head, picked up his pipe and lit it. Through the flickering smoke, his sharp eyes became somewhat unpredictable.
"I wonder if the general would agree to let me test Fang Lang's attitude. What I mean is, since the Americans are willing to provide us with a transport ship in order to arrange a position for him as a transport captain on our side, if we give him a higher position, will the Americans..."
Obviously, Lieutenant Colonel Graham was absolutely General Moraes' confidant and had a very accurate grasp of General Moraes' thoughts, because as Lieutenant Colonel Graham spoke, a hint of an imperceptible smile flashed across General Moraes's slightly unfathomable eyes, and although the smile was fleeting, it did not escape Lieutenant Colonel Graham's eyes.
"I don't know if Fang Lang is capable of being the captain of a destroyer!"
Morais's tone was slow and distant, and it was unclear whether he was worried or just talking to himself, but the volume of his voice was just right to reach Lieutenant Colonel Graham's ears.
But Lieutenant Colonel Graham seemed to have heard nothing and continued:
"I heard that Fang Lang's Gilas has already docked. I wonder what you think of the new captain of the Gilas? Should we continue to rent a ship from Global Trade when we return to Brazil this time? If we rely solely on the Gilas, I'm afraid it will be difficult for us to quickly transport our accumulated spoils back to Brazil!"
"Didn't you put one of your men on board the Gilas when it was first established? Is he confident that he can operate this transport ship now?"
The person the two were talking about was obviously the current second mate of the Gilas, Norbertru Findis, a guy who was transferred from the logistics department to the second mate of the transport ship.
"General, you are indeed very perceptive. This man is indeed my man. Don't worry. Even if he is not sure about how to operate this transport ship, I believe that with the current first mate here, there will be no problem."
Obviously, Lieutenant Colonel Graham already had plans for the future of the Gilas.
"Then you go and talk to Fang Lang! You must fully seek his opinion on the selection of the new captain. You can't act recklessly. Do you understand?"
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