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Zhukov would not say "I am satisfied with your answer" to Malashenko. He would just smile and nod slightly at Malashenko before continuing to speak.

"This joint operation has been successfully concluded here. You have successfully completed the tasks assigned to you by your superiors. Comrade Malashenko, I would like to express my congratulations and praise to you on behalf of the Supreme Command."

Seeing that Zhukov was deliberately changing the subject to talk about other things, Malashenko smiled obediently and continued to speak.

"This is just what I should do, Comrade Marshal. It is my mission as a party member and soldier to complete the tasks assigned to me by my superiors. It is the same no matter when and where. This will never change."

Zhukov had to admit that he had a different feeling when talking to this kid Malashenko.

This guy talks much better than many of the fierce generals on the front who can win battles. And he sounds not just a little bit better, but a lot nicer. A simple answer can make this kid talk brilliantly. This is simply one of the best bonus points for a person who already has the strength, but it is worse than those who have no coward and ability and are still trying to show off their words. Bad people are too strong.

"Um"

Zhukov nodded briefly, still smiling with satisfaction, and continued walking with Malashenko.

"One more thing. Before I set out to come here, I learned about some recent developments in your division. You haven't gotten to know your troops for a while, so you must be concerned about this matter, so I just want to tell it to you, comrade division commander. "

As it is said, Zhukov knows Malashenko very well and has a thorough understanding of Comrade Ma's temper. As soon as he comes up, he directly scratches the most itchy place in Malashenko's heart.

One thing is true. Malashenko, who has had no news about his troops for half a month, is in a completely closed training camp, and has not even had a chance to meet his beautiful wife, is indeed very concerned about the current situation of his troops. Extremely curious.

Seeing the expectant expression on Malashenko's face, Zhukov, who had already spoken, did not continue to deliberately tease him, and simply spoke to Malashenko directly.

"The superior's initial plan is to follow the report you submitted before. By the way, Comrade Stalin has already read your report and has shown a strong interest in many details and key points. He even told me in person I am praising you, saying that our Red Army should promote and cultivate more outstanding middle-level commanders and fighters who are highly subjective, active in thinking, and good at being proactive. I want you to give me as many opportunities as possible to let you do it boldly. "

"Ah this"

Being praised so much by a loving father is something we, Comrade Ma, never expected.

According to Malashenko's idea, he was only a major general, so how could He De be remembered by Comrade Stalin and still keep mentioning his name? It's important for people to be self-aware and know how much they weigh, right?

But Malashenko thought one thing wrong. The troops he led were no ordinary troops. They were the Red Army's top aces, super elites, and the "face troops" of his loving father, Comrade Stalin.

If Malashenko's division is defeated, then the Germans can loudly preach and say: "Look, Stalin is nothing more than this, and his Guardsmen are nothing more than this. Germany can easily conquer them if they want."

If this is really the case, where would you put your loving father's face? This effect was no worse than when Malashenko commanded the troops and beat up the SS Guards Division in Prokhorovka, but it was just the opposite effect.

How happy the loving comrade was at that time, and how violent the loving comrade was when his face was stripped by the German propaganda machine. It was probably the same as Hitler's angry look when he heard that the three ace divisions of the Waffen-SS failed to kill a single brigade in Prokhorovka, and even the SS division bearing his own name was beaten violently and lost many troops. .

Based on this reason, it was natural for Comrade Stalin to frequently inquire about the situation of the leaders and divisions.

When you ask about the leader, you will inevitably ask about Malashenko, about this little guy who is particularly valued by Zhukov and has not hesitated to single-handedly help him to his current position, and the answer he got is quite satisfactory. His reputation as a leader is quite bright, and it sounds as if Stalin personally beat the shit out of the Germans. This is the most fundamental reason why Comrade Stalin can praise Malashenko in front of Zhukov.

After hearing this "unexpected surprise", Malashenko reacted as usual and smiled and said that this was what he should do.

Zhukov, on the other hand, did not continue to delay, and quickly got to the point further.

"The superiors have decided to reorganize your division as mentioned in the report. The original three main tank regiments will be merged and expanded into two new tank brigades. Each brigade will have two tank regiments, and the total number of tank regiments in the division will be Of the four main tank regiments, the technical equipment that is lacking for this regiment has been gradually delivered these days. This is the most important change in the main tank force. "

"There is a question that needs you to decide. The superiors have decided to delegate the appointment power of two brigade commanders to your division headquarters. You need to draw up a list."

"You can be promoted from the existing regiment-level cadres, or if you are interested in someone from other friendly forces, you can also submit your name. As long as conditions permit, I will try my best to help you transfer and give priority to guarantees. Comrade Stalin personally asked for the expanded and upgraded combat effectiveness of the Leader's Division and demanded its strict implementation. It is necessary to make way for other things."

""

Zhukov gave Malashenko two options: internal promotion or transfer as assigned by superiors.

In fact, in the final analysis, there is no essential difference between these two choices for Malashenko. Malashenko makes the decision with full authority. The only difference is that if Malashenko feels that he doesn't have enough people and thinks that other people's talents are better, he can just give Zhukov a name to pull him over and make him behave honestly with a piece of paper. Just do it yourself.

Internal promotion represents the superior's absolute trust in the leadership division and full affirmation of Malashenko's leadership and vision as the division commander.

The assignment by superiors represents the absolute recognition of the leadership division's combat capabilities. No matter which army they are transferred from, middle-level commanders and fighters who can handle the position of brigade commander will not face the embarrassing situation of "moving a fish from a pond into a small water tank" and being unable to perform effectively. The leader division is a scorpion. A unique combat configuration can only be a bigger stage on which to display your strength.

Therefore, these two options have actually given Malashenko the greatest authority. There is no better third option than this.

Being treated like this made Malashenko feel a little "flattered".

After thinking for a moment, Malashenko immediately gave an answer that was somewhat unexpected to Zhukov.