in2ebook Chapter 455 Massive Military Reduction!
Chapter 455 Massive Military Reduction!
Upon hearing this, Chief Li chuckled and scolded:
"Stop complaining to me about being poor and overworked. Now that you're in the army, you don't have to do morning exercises every day, you don't have to fold your blankets into perfect squares, and you don't have to carry dozens of kilograms of gear on cross-country runs."
You, the head instructor and person in charge of "Old A," live a more leisurely life than government officials. You set your own training plans and have a lot of autonomy. How dare you talk to me about "working hard" and "dedicating yourself to the cause"? I think "living a carefree life" is more accurate!
Honestly, if someone else had tried to get special treatment like him, the higher-ups would have already slammed their fists on the table in protest. The military has its own rules, regulations, and strict discipline.
But Zhong Yuemin... cannot be judged by common sense or rigid rules.
What's the old saying?
It doesn't matter if it's a white cat or a black cat, as long as it catches mice, it's a good cat
"Old A" was formed from scratch in less than two years, but its achievements speak for themselves. They caught and arrested a tomb raiding gang, they helped dismantle a drug trafficking network on the southwestern border, and they assisted local police in handling dangerous missions... Every single one of them was a brilliant achievement.
The results speak for themselves; no one can find fault with them. If you disagree, come and challenge me!
Now, "Old A" is a top-tier special forces ace in their C Army, and even in the entire military region.
It was my suggestion to form this unit against all odds, and he made the final decision. Looking back now, it was the right move, and he's proud of himself.
Zhong Yuemin listened, merely chuckled, and didn't respond to what could be considered a 'praise'. Remembering something, he took advantage of the leader's presence and spoke directly:
"Sir, you've praised our Old A Special Forces so highly... Could I possibly pull some strings here and arrange someone for you?"
Chief Li was taken aback at first, then laughed:
"Ha! You're getting bolder and bolder, trying to pull strings with me? Fine, tell me, who are you and what's the matter?"
"It's Ning Wei."
Zhong Yuemin put away his joking expression and said seriously,
"As you know, I've been mentoring him since he enlisted, and in the past two years, I've intentionally been gradually assigning him more responsibilities for the specific management and leadership of the 'Old A' unit, training him to be my successor."
Commander, just as you said I was born to be a soldier, in my opinion, Ning Wei is the one who was truly born for the military.
He's not a talkative person, but his willpower is incredibly strong. His ruthlessness and focus in executing orders and studying tactics are unmatched. For someone like him, staying in the military is the best place to utilize his talents, and it's the most suitable path for him.
Commander Li pondered for a moment, then looked up at Zhong Yuemin:
"You're so concerned about arranging things for him... are you worried that if he leaves the military and goes out into society, given his personality, what kind of trouble might he cause?"
As expected of a leader, he has a keen eye for people and a sharp eye for talent!
Zhong Yuemin sighed, but did not deny it.
"That is indeed a concern."
Ning Wei's tragic fate in his past life was due to both external factors and his own shortcomings. His stubborn and inflexible personality caused him to stumble and fall in the complexities of society, ultimately leading him step by step into the abyss.
While others know to turn back after hitting a wall, Ning Wei might choose to break through it. Too much rigidity leads to breakage. His purity and ruthlessness are invincible on the battlefield, but in the bizarre and complex social melting pot, he is easily manipulated or driven into a dead end.
"This Ning Wei is indeed a rare talent."
Chief Li said slowly.
"In fact, given his abilities and achievements, it would be natural for him to stay in the military and be promoted if things continued to develop normally. He wouldn't need to go through any 'back doors.' Gold will always shine."
“I know that, but with your timely words of advice, more care and support, it will be easier for him to make progress.”
Zhong Yuemin spoke sincerely.
"It's also a way of... taking precautions."
Commander Li stared at him for a few seconds, then suddenly asked meaningfully:
"From what you're saying, you've arranged everything perfectly for Ning Wei... Are you paving the way for your own future, or has the thought of retiring from the army never left your mind?"
Zhong Yuemin paused for a moment when asked the question, and subconsciously scratched his head, but did not answer.
"Sigh..." Chief Li, seeing his expression, knew he wouldn't get anything out of him, and finally just sighed deeply and waved his hand.
"Alright, I understand what you're thinking. As for Ning Wei's matter... I'm on my mind."
The sunlight gently falls on the tea table, where an old man and a young man stand silently facing each other, with only the aroma of tea wafting through the air.
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Two years passed in the blink of an eye, and in 1985, a groundbreaking decision that shook the entire army and even the whole country was communicated from top to bottom: a massive reduction of one million troops.
Many people don't understand that the military is the shield of a country and the cornerstone of national defense. If a million people are laid off at once, will the shield still be strong enough? Will the cornerstone still be stable?
Similar discussions and doubts circulated privately in the barracks, mess hall, and training grounds; misunderstanding was a common sentiment.
However, viewed from the perspective of the overall national strategy, this decision was by no means a rash one, but rather a well-considered and necessary choice made with great resolve.
Firstly, the international environment has quietly changed. Although there are still frictions in some areas, the shadow of large-scale foreign invasion has temporarily dissipated, and the country has entered a relatively stable period overall. The large number of standing armies corresponds to a sharp increase in the cost of maintaining them during peacetime.
Second, maintaining such a staggering army requires an astronomical amount of annual military spending, material resources, and personnel support.
For a country in the early 1980s, which was in dire need of rebuilding and whose economic foundation was still weak, this was undoubtedly an extremely heavy burden. To concentrate its efforts on economic development and improve people's livelihoods, it was necessary to optimize the allocation of limited resources.
Third, it is also about learning from advanced foreign concepts and technologies, and for the military to strive to become a strong and elite force, so as to build a modern national defense force!
The truth is this:
But for countless soldiers who regard the barracks as their second home, their uniforms as their skin, and their camaraderie as their life, asking them to suddenly take off their uniforms and return to a somewhat unfamiliar "society" to find their place again is a difficult task.
It's perfectly normal to have emotions, resistance, and reluctance.
In contrast to the reluctance of most, in Dormitory A, Zhong Yuemin, Haiyang, and Ning Wei sat on their beds. Zhong Yuemin's face was filled with excitement; it was finally here. It wasn't that he hated his current military life; it was just that, by nature, he wasn't one to simply obey orders.
Having lived apart from Xiaobai for many years, and with a child who is three or four years old but still can't call him "Dad," feeling like a stranger, is unpleasant. Plus, I need to take care of my business, so leaving is the best option, and it's time for me to leave.