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Chapter 514 Damn it, Zhao Weihong! Damn it, Second Red Company! [Please subscribe! Please vote!]

"Envy?"

"Uh, hello, Company Commander!"

When they heard their company commander's voice suddenly rang out from behind them, the soldiers of the Sixth Company were startled and quickly withdrew their intensely eager gazes from the row of people. They hurriedly stood at attention and greeted the Sixth Company Commander.

"The New Year is coming soon, and the assessment is over, so don't be so tense, relax a bit."

With a casual wave of his hand, the Sixth Company Commander stared intently at the few greenhorns in front of him who had just completed a year of service, and once again asked them very seriously.

"Envy?"

"I want to hear the truth!"

Several veterans who had just received the rank of "Second Rank" looked at each other, unsure of their company commander's intentions, and dared not answer.

At the same time, the increasingly enthusiastic laughter of a group of people in the distance carried by the cold wind to their side, becoming clearer and clearer.

Looking in the direction of the sound, one could see a group of people, led by Zhao Weihong, orderly disembarking from the comfortable and spacious bus. They had even opened the "storage areas" on both sides of the bus, unloading various "spoils of war" one box after another.

Drinks, snacks, and even packaged barbecue and cooked food are available.

With these supplies, even if the Red Second Branch doesn't cook for a week, everyone in the row can still have a delicious and satisfying New Year!

I don't know if it is a psychological effect.

The veterans of the Sixth Company seemed to smell the tempting aroma of barbecue and cooked food, their saliva uncontrollably secreting in their mouths, and their hearts filled with a sour feeling, a feeling they couldn't quite describe.

True.

The Sixth Company also organized an outing, and several veterans were happy about it for a long time.

Throughout their more than one year of military service, they had only gone out once at most, and some of them had never gone out at all.

In the days before computers and smartphones were widespread, being able to enjoy a delicious meal and experience the changes in the outside world since enlisting was the best pastime for these soldiers who grew up in the new era.

Now that I've finally gotten the chance to go out that I've always dreamed of, it would be strange if I wasn't happy!

But treatment, or rather happiness, is always something that is highlighted by comparison.

When the soldiers of the Sixth Company went out, they rode in the company's large trucks, which didn't even have proper seats.

The veterans were jostled around in the train carriage, and almost threw up when they got off!
Furthermore, because they had not been in the army for long, they were not very free during this trip. Everything had to be done under the command of the platoon leader. Shopping was subject to time restrictions, and even buying a little too much would result in a scolding from the platoon leader.

Especially on the return trip, the platoon leader would take them to the assembly point half an hour early, leaving them to sit in the dark carriage for the rest of the time, peering at the alluring world outside through the gaps in the curtains.

Such an experience can hardly be described as "pleasant".

The veterans, who were already used to military life, were still very happy. They were reluctant to eat any of the snacks they bought. Only when they really couldn't resist would they sneak out the snacks like thieves and eat a few bites to satisfy their cravings, for fear that if they ate them too quickly, there wouldn't be any left for the last few days of the New Year holiday.

Let's take another look at the first platoon of the second company.

Although it was a group activity, what kind of treatment did they receive?
They were riding in a large bus that only cadres from the headquarters of the regiment were qualified to ride in.

He was wearing clean and smart winter clothes.

You should know that when the rest of the group go out, they all have to change into casual clothes!

There was only one row, which not only allowed them to go out in groups, but also allowed them to wear military uniforms openly and enjoy the respectful and loving gaze of the local people!
Although wearing military uniforms imposed considerable restrictions on their behavior, even crossing the street required them to form a queue.

Zhao Weihong, who was in charge of leading the team, kept a close eye on everything and listened carefully to avoid running into any former colleagues who might lead them to the garrison area.
But these troubles are nothing compared to the "sense of honor" they gained.

Only by personally wearing a military uniform and walking around the city as an active-duty soldier can one truly understand that being a soldier is indeed a highly respected and glorious profession!
The hardships and suffering they endured were full of meaning and well worth it!

As for shopping, that goes without saying.

Zhao Weihong had only one sentence to this.

Buy whatever you want to eat, however you want!
If the bus can't fit everyone, I'll arrange another vehicle from the group for you!

Look at how incredibly arrogant they are!

The soldiers in the row were very considerate and didn't ask Zhao Weihong to actually call another vehicle, but they still filled the bus to the brim.

In comparison, the soldiers of the First Platoon of the Second Company of the Red Army enjoyed a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience!

This generous treatment was earned by the soldiers of the First Platoon of the Second Company through their own abilities!

Watching the line of soldiers make three trips back and forth, it was clear that they had finally transported all the purchased items back to the camp.

Several veterans from the Sixth Company gritted their teeth, clenched their fists, and stared intently in the direction of the row of people. Only after they disappeared into the depths of the camp amidst laughter and chatter did one of the veterans turn his gaze to the Sixth Company Commander, whose left eye was dark.

"envious."

"I didn't hear that clearly."

"envious."

"louder!"

"envious!"

"Envious? That's to be expected!"

"Don't even mention you guys, I'm fucking envious too!"

At this point, the Sixth Company Commander subconsciously covered his left eye, as if recalling some extremely painful memory, while his remaining right eye remained fixed on the direction of the Second Company's barracks.

"Don't just look at how well they eat and drink!"

"In terms of honors, they haven't fallen behind at all!"

"First row, all of you advance, you all know that!"

"Their squad leader, surnamed Wang, even received a third-class merit award for regular duty!"

As for that guy surnamed Zhao

"If this kid weren't a trainee, he would definitely be one of our regiment's second-class merit recipients this year!"

Second-class merit?
Upon hearing this, the veterans all showed expressions of shock and disbelief!
A third-class merit is nothing special, since each company has quotas every year, so it's not unusual.

But the second-class merit is different.

Without large-scale events like drills and competitions, the 446th Regiment might not even be able to award a second-class merit in a whole year!

After all, this is a second-class merit that means being promoted to a higher rank and recommended for admission to university!

Once you get it, it means an incredibly bright future. Even new recruits know how valuable it is!

Although Zhao Weihong was already a cadre, the second-class merit award could still provide significant assistance to his career development!
For example, being promoted to a higher rank or even promoted to a higher grade ahead of schedule!

At the very least, it can increase your monthly grade salary; it's all benefits!
While the veterans were filled with envy, they suddenly noticed the key point in the sixth company commander's words and immediately asked him tentatively.

"Company Commander, so you're saying Platoon Leader Zhao's second-class merit award has slipped through his fingers?"

"How is that possible?"

"When has our army ever mistreated a meritorious soldier?"

The sixth company commander glared at the veteran who had spoken, his tone even more impolite.

It seems that the mere mention of Zhao Weihong would send the usually well-mannered Sixth Company Commander into "battle mode," making him extremely irritable.

However, even though she still had many opinions about Zhao Weihong.

When talking about what happened next, the sixth company commander's tone still carried a hint of respectful emotion.

"All advanced!" "Whether it's the Second Company or the First Platoon, this is truly amazing!"

"They have all been listed as model construction units at the military district level."

"If Zhao Weihong, such a great contributor, doesn't receive the recognition she deserves, would that be acceptable?"

As he spoke, the sixth company commander took out a cigarette from his pocket and offered one to each of the veterans.

"Let's go to the back of the camp to smoke."

“Standing at the doorway and being seen by others would be inappropriate.”

After arriving at the open space behind the camp, the sixth company commander fiercely cracked his cigarette, as if he wanted to expel all the frustrations in his heart with the smoke.

Until the cigarette is almost finished, burning down to the fingertips.

The sixth company commander then stubbed out his cigarette with his thumb and forefinger and continued speaking in a somewhat hoarse voice.

"The second-class merit should still be his."

"However, the award was issued by his military academy, not from our regiment."

Seeing the slightly bewildered looks on the veterans' faces, the sixth company commander remained silent for a moment, then lit another cigarette.

The veterans were just soldiers, and the company commander of the sixth company was not prepared to explain to them in detail what the difference was.

Simply put, it's because Zhao Weihong is still in the internship stage and is not yet a formal officer.

He was ineligible for the early promotion and other benefits that come with being awarded a second-class merit; at most, it would only be of some help when determining his rank and grade upon graduation.

However, in the eyes of the Sixth Company Commander, Zhao Weihong had definitely suffered a "silent loss".

After all, he was just an undergraduate student who hadn't graduated yet.

Even if a second-class merit can help with rank and grade determination, its effect is limited. At most, it would only make one a captain at the company level, which is the same level as the sixth company commander.

Based on Zhao Weihong's performance, the Sixth Company Commander felt that even without the Second-Class Merit, Zhao Weihong would graduate as a Captain.

As for the higher-ranking major (deputy battalion commander)
How can it be!

Even if the Sixth Company Commander were beaten to death, he would never believe that Zhao Weihong, who had just graduated from undergraduate studies, could rise from a trainee to his leader and commander!
Absolutely impossible!
However, it is already quite astonishing to be able to earn a second-class merit during an internship.

Looking at the entire army.

There are indeed cadres who have made contributions during the trainee internship period.

But someone like Zhao Weihong, who didn't participate in any major missions but earned a second-class merit award solely based on his troop-leading skills, is truly exceptional.
Unprecedented!

Looking at it this way, Zhao Weihong's second-class merit award during peacetime is even more valuable than a "wartime commendation"!

But the 446th Regiment has a big task waiting for them next year.

It's hard to say what achievements Zhao Weihong will make and receive another commendation!
Thinking of this, the sixth company commander's heart tightened immediately. He quickly extinguished his cigarette and said to the veterans with a fierce look.

"We've lost to their Second Company this year!"

"To be precise, they lost to Zhao Weihong alone!"

But none of that matters!

"The New Year not only signifies the end of one year, but also symbolizes the beginning of a new one!"

"One defeat is nothing to mean anything!"

"But if you lose every time, every year, and keep losing, that says a lot!"

"Tell me, do you think our Sixth Company is worse than their Second Company?!"

The words fell.

The veterans immediately gathered their strength and roared hysterically!
"not bad!"

"Am I, the company commander, any worse than Zhao Weihong, who hasn't even graduated from military academy yet?"

"."

An old soldier glanced at the sixth company commander and thought to himself, "Is he any good or bad? Don't you know what you're doing?"
In fact, he wasn't the only one with this idea.

To say that Zhao Weihong had no ability at all in leading the First Platoon of the Second Company to its current state would be a lie.

At least several veterans felt that their company commander did not have that ability.

But these are things that are on one's mind that one should not say aloud.

Seeing that the sixth company commander's expression seemed a bit off, the veterans quickly roared again.

"not bad!"

"Since they're both pretty good, there's no reason for our Sixth Company to lose to them again!"

"Remember your envy just now, remember how you felt!"

"If you want to become like them, if you want to enjoy the same treatment as them, you have to muster your strength, grit your teeth, and fight them with your life on the line!"

"A new year, a new beginning, and a new opportunity for our Sixth Company!"

"We absolutely, absolutely cannot lose to them again!"

"Yes!"

With Zhao Weihong leading a large group of people back in high spirits.

Similar scenes are playing out repeatedly throughout the barracks of the 446th Regiment.

The core point can be summarized in one sentence.

Damn Zhao Weihong. No, damn the Second Red Company!
Rumors of the exercise have already spread to the 446th Regiment.

Almost all the commanding officers regarded this exercise as another opportunity to defeat Zhao Weihong and the Second Red Company after the military region's assessment!
After the military district assessment ended, the brief absence of tension returned to permeate the camp once again!
"Bang!"

"Hey! Old Wu, you're the one who comes up with the right ideas!"

"I just took a walk around the camp, and guess what?"

"The entire regiment is practically focused on the Second Company, and they're holding mobilization meetings there!"

"The New Year isn't even over yet, and they're already showing such spirit."

"Maintaining this momentum until the exercise begins will be no problem!"

"Morale is good, morale is good!"

Wei Tao laughed loudly as he pushed open the door and walked back into the regimental headquarters.

His words also revealed that the "extraordinary treatment" he received this time was actually facilitated by Wu Fengxu.

The purpose was to inspire the fighting spirit and morale of the entire 446th Regiment!
Upon hearing this, Wu Fengxu, who was silently "manipulating" things behind the scenes, simply waved his hand dismissively, as if he had done something insignificant. Then, he frowned and called out to Wei Tao.

"Old Wei, come and take a look at this."

"This is a notification that just came from the division."

"Related to the exercise?"

"Correct!"

(End of this chapter)