They are all in the army, who is in love?

Chapter 252 Headquarters Report, Troublesome Issue

The general command room of the 71st Army.

Facing the inquiry from the chief of staff of the theater army, all the personnel looked at each other.

They only knew that the Red Army combat units from the rear were sneaking in and wreaking havoc, but they didn't expect that the destruction would be so complete, and that all the marching pots would be taken away? ! !
This can even lead to the Blue Army Command complaining to the director. You can imagine how bad the situation is in the Eighth Tianshan Division.

It's true that locusts are passing through the border, and not a single blade of grass grows. After hearing Jiang Zhentao's simple explanation, a group of commanders shook their heads slightly. This was rated as a "bandit brigade" by the director, and it was worthy of its name.

Not wronged.

"What? You don't know who it is?" Jiang Zhenjun looked around and gradually realized that something was wrong.

The director's department had specified that there would be a firepower raid by three combined battalions. Such a large-scale mobilization of combat troops would not be possible even for a group army.

This is almost impossible without affecting the main combat force. Three battalions can account for more than half of the main combat force of a combined brigade.

Originally, Wang Junwei, commander of the 169th Brigade, did not expect that it would be the masterpiece of the [-]th Battalion, but he heard the chief of staff talk about the strange fighting method of carrying the marching pot on his back.

His whole body was numb instantly. He couldn't judge the firepower, and he couldn't confirm the number of people, but when it came to robbing supplies, this was definitely the style of the Fifth Battalion.

Let’s not talk about Chen Ming’s unscrupulous command method. He showed it clearly when he fought with the First Battalion on the martial arts field. He said that he would not run away after the battle and had time to seize the blue army’s marching pot. Only the Fifth Battalion could do this. It can be done.

Because they have no backup or logistical support, once the frontal battlefield begins, who will take care of their needs for a new battalion?
To be honest, Wang Junwei had no expectations of what the fifth battalion would be able to accomplish during this training and what results it would achieve.

Confrontation is confrontation, and war is war. The 71st Army deployed six combined brigades in one night and could barely withstand the Blue Army's offensive. This is enough to prove that the firepower of a non-staff battalion can be counted or not.

Who would have thought that Chen Ming would give him such a big surprise in one night? ! ! !
"Ahem." Wang Junwei suppressed his shock and pretended to cough to attract the attention of others in the command room.

When everyone looked over, Wang Junwei straightened his back and said loudly: "Report, the fifth battalion moved towards the hinterland of the Blue Army yesterday afternoon. It is very likely that the fifth battalion was leading the battle last night."

"Fifth battalion? Which fifth battalion?" Changjiang Zhenjun, chief of staff of the theater army, had doubts in his eyes.

"Oh, the newly formed reinforced battalion of the 169th Brigade this year has also entered the battlefield this time. However, they have only been established for less than two months, so they may not be able to make any achievements in coordination."

"It is possible to say that they were responsible for the fight, but it is unlikely to say that the Eighth Division was repulsed because of the Fifth Battalion."

Commander-in-Chief Feng Chunyang smiled and shook his head. It wasn't that he didn't believe in the combat strength of the [-]th Battalion, and the [-]th Division was not a soft persimmon. If they dared to march straight in and attack, there would definitely be enough firepower to support the rear.

From a rational point of view, this is unlikely.

"Report, in addition to the fifth battalion, there is also the second special warfare battalion in the rear." Cui Bai, commander of the special warfare brigade, thought for a moment and stood up to respond.

"And the Second Special Operations Battalion?"

A group of people glanced at each other, and they all had a hunch that the two of them might be the ones who fought last night.

This matter must be investigated anyway. The Eighth Division, with more than 1 people, was forced to retreat, and one-third of its firepower was knocked out. The director must record it. It is impossible for this kind of thing to happen without reason.

"Then call the commanders of these two troops over and ask about the details of last night's battle. We will also report to the director department here."

"Go to two comrades, contact the 169nd Special Operations Battalion and the [-]th Battalion of the [-]th Synthetic Brigade, and ask their commanders to come over."

"Yes."

Following Jiang Zhenjun and Feng Chunyang's orders, the guard on duty at the door of the conference room agreed and left in a hurry.

Now because the combat situation on their side is unclear, the director has ordered a temporary cessation of fighting and rest.

All they can do is wait here.

the other side.

In the command vehicle of the fifth battalion, Chen Ming was sitting at his desk recording the damage of this battle. Qin Dong gave him timely information last night.

Knowing that the Blue Army dispatched two tank companies and a light battalion to rush to the rescue.

The fifth battalion helicopter squadron was mobilized early, and their battle losses were not high. Less than [-] people were eliminated, and more than a dozen tanks were lost.

The ammunition and fuel storage are sufficient, and the overall combat effectiveness has almost no impact.

But one thing is that the ammunition depots of the Eighth Division and the Mountain Assault Brigade did not have the artillery shells used by the helicopter squadrons, especially the electromagnetic interference shells, which were almost empty.

This is a sharp weapon to defeat the enemy and cannot be missing. Battalion Commander Du Longfei sat next to him with a frown on his face. He had just fought a happy battle last night. If it was because the air logistics could not keep up.

The fifth battalion is missing at least half of its combat effectiveness.

"Hey, Lao Chen, think of an idea where to get some ammunition for the helicopter squadron. Without these, we are equivalent to directly cutting off the firepower of a company, which is also the main unit of firepower output."

"Indeed, this is a big problem. The helicopter squadron's morale is high at this time and we need to find a way to solve it." Instructor Zhang Jintao also suggested.

These are all issues before us.

Hearing the two people's concerns, Chen Ming picked up the list in his hand and laughed loudly: "Don't worry, explosive bombs, electromagnetic interference bombs, and smoke screen bombs are all weapons of war. If we can't get them, we can ask Battalion Commander Qin for help."

"He has the entire special operations brigade on his back and is rich and powerful. How can he lack such firepower?"

"By the way, there is something I haven't discussed with you yet. I just talked with Battalion Commander Qin and decided that the Fifth Battalion and the Second Battalion will temporarily form an offensive and defensive alliance, and they will be responsible for it."

"Report."

Before Chen Ming finished speaking, Kong Wu, the staff clerk outside the command vehicle, shouted loudly.

"I'll go take a look." Chen Ming put down the list in his hand and bent down to open the rear hatch of the command vehicle. As soon as he got out of the car, he saw Qin Dongzheng, commander of the second special operations battalion, standing behind with an anxious look on his face.

Seeing that his task was completed, Kong Wu continued to be busy with his own affairs.

"What's wrong, Commander Qin? What happened?"

Seeing Qin Dong's expression, Chen Ming had a premonition that something was wrong and asked urgently.

"No, it's not a big deal. Staff Chen, ask the commander of your fifth battalion to follow me. We just got a call from the military district headquarters and asked us to come over."

"The person who was commanding the operations behind the blue army last night is called upon to come over."

"Going to the military region headquarters?" Chen Ming frowned. He didn't believe that the superiors were so anxious to let him go there for praise.

Since ancient times, good things can be postponed if they are long-lasting. Only urgent matters will lead to the leaders not sleeping after a night of fighting and still remembering to call them over.

It's not praise, it's criticism or responsibility. More people need to be involved in this matter. Chen Ming turned his head and looked into the command vehicle and shouted: "Batalion Commander, instructor, pack up quickly. The military region headquarters will let us pass."

Du Longfei quickly stood up after hearing this, and four people and two vehicles sped towards the 71st Army headquarters.

At this time, the battle ahead has stopped.

The military region headquarters is set up [-] kilometers outside the red and blue boundary line of the military training exercise.

From the outside, it looks similar to a temporary battalion command post. It does not occupy a large area, but it is heavily guarded inside. It can be said that there is a sentry every ten steps and a post every fifteen steps.

Not far away are the air defense brigade and the army aviation brigade. Compared with those brigade headquarters, the military headquarters is not very conspicuous.

When Chen Ming and others arrived, they saw no one else, but the first person they saw was Xu Guoyang, political commissar of the 169th Brigade.

Specially responsible for waiting for them outside the headquarters.

"Hello, Chief."

"Good morning, Commissar."

Chen Ming, Qin Dong, Du Longfei, and Zhang Jintao all stood at attention and saluted.

Welcomed by the university, this treatment is really not low.

"Hello." Xu Guoyang raised his hand in return, pointed in the direction of the conference room with a smile and said, "Wait a moment."

"The meeting is currently discussing last night's combat situation and the plan for follow-up operations. It will probably take a while."

"You go to the reception room to rest first, Chen Ming, you come with me."

Xu Guoyang greeted and left first.

Chen Ming followed closely behind.

They were told to go to the reception room to rest, but Du Longfei and Qin Dong couldn't really go there. This was the military region headquarters. They could only stare blankly at a corner, go there and smoke while waiting.

Xu Guoyang took Chen Ming to a nearby room, pointed to the chair next to him, and said in a kind tone: "Sit down, Chen Ming, you're welcome."

"Someone is looking for you from above. Please wait a moment. The meeting is being held now. Let me understand the situation first."

"Last night, you led the fifth battalion to overthrow the Tianshan Eighth Division's garrison, defeated the three battalions of the Baiyun Mountain Regiment, and also eliminated the brigade headquarters?"

"Reporting to the political commissar, not only the fifth battalion, but also the second special operations battalion of the special operations brigade also participated in the battle."

Chen Ming was not sure what it meant and hurriedly stood up to respond.

"Well, sit down." Xu Guoyang nodded with a smile, pulled out a chair, and sat on it.

He said with a smile: "I asked you to come here because of nothing else. I mainly want to know about your personal affairs."

"I've read your information. I should be [-] out of [-] this year. Do you have any marriage arrangements at home, or do you have anyone to talk to?"

"Ah?" Chen Ming exclaimed in surprise.

But he soon understood why the political commissar asked this. The reason was simple. It was very likely that the Fifth Battalion had been noticed by the superiors during this battle.

As a combat unit with no establishment and no designation, he has no problem being the chief staff officer.

But once the fifth battalion shows sufficient capabilities, it needs to apply for a designation and be officially included in the national army's combat order. The chief staff officer will be the deputy battalion-level major.

The military region's promotion of officers' ranks not only depends on ability and qualifications, but also other aspects.

Just like marriage and family.

He had stayed in the physique before, and getting married and having children was definitely not the decisive factor among various promotion conditions.

The political commissar's meaning is obvious. If the family doesn't make arrangements, then the army will make arrangements.

There are many factors that hinder the promotion of lieutenants and school officers. Chen Ming's ability is obvious to all and no one doubts it. Qualifications can be supplemented by ability. After all, the fifth battalion is a new battalion and handles special matters.

But how to deal with this?
Chen Ming was a little confused. He could solve other problems very well, but for this kind of thing, no matter how capable he was, he couldn't solve it by himself.

(End of this chapter)