Chapter 84: Choice
"I'm going back to the military headquarters."
Before he could rest for long, Helan left such a sentence, and got into the flying car and left the Wisteria Flower Military Academy. Lin Cheng escaped, and he had to give an explanation to the military department.
Or, he's going to ask for an explanation.
At the same time, a meeting was going on without warning in the No. 1 conference room of the military department building. From time to time, a staff member passed by the door of the conference room, and the whispered conversation revealed curiosity and surprise.
"What's wrong? Why did so many big guys suddenly come over? β
"This battle has not been seen in many years, and there is no warning beforehand."
"Yes, I saw that Admiral He is here."
"I just saw Major General William go in as well."
"William? Is the verdict finally coming down? I said William, it's a pity, if he hadn't been so strong-tempered, he would have climbed up by now. β
"Not necessarily, he has a good relationship with Colonel Helan."
"Yes, although the military department is not the He family's hall, but I don't know that many times the attitude of the He family represents"
"You don't want to die! Say it so loudly and be careful to be heard"
The person who spoke also knew that he had trespassed, so he quickly shut up.
However, at this moment, a loud shout suddenly came from behind him, "Colonel Helan is good!" β
Several people almost subconsciously tensed up, turned around and saluted, "Colonel Helan!" β
Helan was still wearing the uniform of the Wisteria Military Academy, bowing her head slightly, her posture was straight, and her handsome face was as cold as usual. When he walked by, everyone couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, and the person who had just said "don't die" suddenly poked his companion with his elbow, "Look at your mouth again next time." β
"Knock knock." Helan knocked on the door of the conference room and waited for a few seconds before he opened the door and entered.
And the people who couldn't help but look at it curiously, looked past the guards guarding the door, and saw that there was still an empty seat next to the long table in the conference room.
Which position was reserved for Helan?
Could it be that Helan has already started to attend?!
It is no wonder that they were surprised that the importance of Room 1 was well known in the military department, and almost all important decisions would be voted on here. Among the people present, Admiral He Jingshan alone accounted for two votes, and if one more Helan is added now, it will be three votes!
However, the closed door ruthlessly blocked the view from the outside, and closed all the ups and downs inside the door.
Helan respectfully saluted a room of people, he was only a colonel, and everyone here had a higher rank than him. At this time, everyone's eyes were naturally focused on him, and many people glanced at He Jingshan with their spare eyes, but saw him sitting for a long time, the old god was there, and he was as motionless as a mountain.
"Helan is here, sit by yourself." It was Admiral Schofield, who sat in the first place, who spoke out, and although his real power in the military department was no longer as high as that of He Jingshan, his gray hair was enough to show his seniority.
"Yes!" Helan saluted again, his heels were together, and his military boots collided, a simple word, sonorous and powerful.
Yet all eyes never took their eyes off him, wondering whether he would sit at the long table, or sit in the auditorium behind the main table, as before.
The attitude of the He family determines the attitude of the military department most of the time, so whose hands is the future of the He family?
It's Helan.
And after two full years of sitting on the meeting, this time, maybe he has to make his own choice.
Helan bowed to Schofield, to the room full of inquiring glances, and then, without hesitation, strode forward, pulled open the only seat that was still vacant, and sat down.
Over there, Admiral Schofield was stunned for a moment, then turned his head to look at He Jingshan, who was still there, before he smiled and said, "Let's go on." β
William stood at the long table, watching this in silence, waiting for Admiral Schofield to speak, before continuing what he had just said, "I insist that the number of Sufeng Squad must not be abolished. We cannot compromise with military tribunals until the truth of those years is investigated. β
Sitting opposite He Jingshan was General Qian Tong, commander of the Northwest Military Region, "But William, this is what His Majesty the Emperor meant, do you want us to continue to disobey?" If something happens, who will be responsible for the consequences? β
As soon as Qian Tong spoke, all the pressure was instantly put on William's body. The people sitting here are all military bigwigs, and if it were in normal times, William might not even find a chance to talk to them, and with his identity, it would never be possible to appear here.
But as he stood here today, he had no intention of bowing his head. Every word he uttered could not disgrace General Su Feng's face.
"General Su Feng was born and died for the empire, if we can't keep even this last bit of things for him, how can the military department face thousands of soldiers if he can pass the pass of His Majesty?"
Qian Tong's face was slightly gloomy, "Are you criticizing me?" β
William was neither humble nor arrogant, "Don't dare, I'm just stating a fact." β
"William, this is not a place for you to be reckless, you can't take the overall situation into account, and the lone hero will never survive to the end." Qian Tong said, the meaning was already obvious.
However, this time, He Jingshan, who has always been regarded as William's backer, did not say anything.
Everyone couldn't help but wonder, they didn't know what kind of medicine this old fox was selling.
Schofield looked at Helan with a smile, "Colonel He, today is your first time attending, why don't you express your opinion?" β
That's right, Helan sat down today!
He Jingshan: Is this going to decentralize the right to speak?
In the confusion of everyone, Helan stood up, his gaze swept over William, but he did not make a wave, as if it was none of his business, "Everyone, there are still eight months before the deadline given by the military tribunal, but we all know that the last half year is useless, and we must make a decision within three months. In three months, if Major General William could not recruit the minimum thirty men required for a squad, then the military department would abolish the Sufeng number in accordance with the order issued by the military court. If William did, it was the other way around. β
Hearing this, everyone couldn't help but look at each other, and Lieutenant General Nubi, who was sitting next to He Jingshan, couldn't help but say: "But the military department clearly prohibits the unauthorized transfer of personnel to fill in the number that the troops have all been killed, even if William really finds thirty volunteers, the military department will not approve their transfer order." β
Nubi still has a key that has not been said, veterans cannot be mobilized, but recruits can, but there is still half a year before the next year's conscription, and it is impossible to catch up at all!
Is the He family going to abandon William? Why did Helan suddenly make such a suggestion?
However, Helan seemed to be completely unaware of everyone's doubts, and stared at William, "Does Major General William think he can do it?" β
William also looked back at him, as if he wanted to see something in his eyes, and after a long time, he nodded, "Of course." If so, I accept it. β
William actually agreed?!
Many people said that they couldn't understand the direction of the matter, and William had been fighting for so long, how could he agree to a mention that seemed to do him all harm and no benefit?
Don't
Wait a minute! And cadets! Military cadets are registered soldiers, but they have not officially reported to the military department, and logically speaking, their files can be joined to any team at will!
A light smile flashed in Qian Tong's eyes, and then he looked at Helan and said, "Colonel Helan is not bad, but it's not okay to blindly make up the numbers, and those who dare to join Sufeng's team must be clear about the situation and danger he will face." The military department will not want a team that is cobbled together and has no combat effectiveness, and if the squad is formed, then it will inevitably accept the task. β
The rest of the people were clear, yes, even if William brought in thirty cadets, but every cadet was an imperial elite, and the lowest rank after reporting to the military department was also a non-commissioned officer, who would take the initiative to join the Su Feng squad to self-destruct his future? And the task mentioned by the money pass
"Every team has its mission, and if you don't have enough guts, the Sufeng team won't welcome him." Helan replied.
At this time, He Jingshan, who had been silent, suddenly spoke, and his sharp gaze went to Helan, "Then let me ask you, if the Sufeng team is finally successfully formed, who will be responsible for this team?" β
Helan said in a deep voice, "I." β
A simple word, without hesitation, made everyone present silent. No matter what position everyone stands on, for or against, they have to admit that none of the people from the He family are of a bad breed.
However, although he is the heir with high hopes and has faced all kinds of trials and tribulations since he was a child, is the path he has chosen now too difficult?
When the time comes, the two mountains of the military court and the Supreme Council will be pressed, maybe there will be a kick in the twilight palace that gets what he wants, why did Helan do such a thankless thing?
But He Jingshan, who should be the most worried, did not object at all, and after the stern questioning just now, he returned to normal, but Lieutenant General Nubi next to him was more anxious than him.
"Helan, you have to think clearly. The military department has the insistence of the military department, and we do not think that General Su Feng must be guilty, otherwise he would not have been able to protect himself at the beginning. It's still just a matter of discussion. β
"Lieutenant General Nubi, I think very clearly." Helan's cold and magnetic voice was firm, "The military department has the obligation to protect any soldier who has done his best for the empire, this is a fact that no one should forget. There is nothing wrong with looking at the big picture; There is nothing wrong with Major General William's insistence on principles, but in this matter, there is no win-win solution. We must make a decision as soon as possible, even if there is a sacrifice. Moreover, although the shady curtain bears a heavy load, I believe that no matter how heavy the shady curtain is, it will not be able to crush the backbone of the soldiers. β
Someone listened and couldn't help but straighten their backs.
Touching your chest, is your blood still burning, and have years of comfort made you bend over for power?
If the military department abandons a Su Feng, who will be next?
When did they discuss a matter and have to be such a mother-in-law?
"And." Helan continued, "The truth will not be buried forever, and some people want to know more than us what things were like back then. 007γ β
007 was given the order to immediately project the data onto the electronic wall of the conference room. Helan looked at the black eye with a stern expression, "The shadow of Saint-Suri has never moved away from our heads, and there are signs that someone has secretly launched an action while we are still hesitating. We can't just sit back and wait, we have to take the initiative, so I ask the military department to allow the reorganization of the Sufeng squad and open up the relevant information."
Helan's words were loud, he was calmly expounding the facts, but no matter who he was, he seemed to be able to hear the reproach in his words. Why let things happen back then? Why back down? There is no need to negotiate at all!
But no one interrupted him, because Helan took the initiative to take that part of the prohibitive riskβthen, I'll come.
He is standing here because of military nature, because there is simply no one more suitable to stand here than him.
A family background that allows him to have enough support, a good relationship with the Dusk Palace, coupled with his proud talent and talent, and the military rank that is neither high nor low that happens to match Su Feng's team, makes him the most suitable candidate.
William looked at Helan and didn't know whether he was relieved or sorry.
A month or two ago, he also questioned Helan and asked him not to interfere with his behavior. He remembered Helan telling him at that time, "It's not that simple. β
Now William looked at that eye, as well as the information about this eye attached to 007 and what happened in the military school, and really felt that it was not simple.
Helan kept telling him not to act rashly, was he just waiting for such an opportunity?
After listening to Helan's statement, Admiral Schofield's face finally became solemn, "It seems that we have been comfortable for too long, and we are not as energetic as you young people." What do you think? β
No one spoke out against it, and even Qian Tong remained silent - although he often disagreed with He Jingshan, in the final analysis, he was also a member of the military department and had his own bottom line as a soldier.
Admiral Schofield nodded, but his face looked at Helan with a stern face than just now, "Colonel Helan, I can grant some of your requests, but you must clearly know that the road ahead is difficult, and you are responsible for what you said today." β
Helan nodded in respect, "I understand, Admiral." β
"Okay." Schofield looked at the young man he had grown up watching, relieved and helpless. They are indeed old, but thankfully, the young ones are still alive.
The meeting was thus able to continue.
Helan's suggestion was tacitly acquiesced, after all, the military is not as camped as the politicians in the parliament, although some people want to calm things down, but the anger that He Jingshan sent out thirteen years ago has not burned out yet.
After the meeting, William originally wanted to talk to Helan, but He Jingshan called someone away before him, so he had to wait for a while to find another opportunity.
Helan followed He Jingshan, and the two did not go back to the office, but walked all the way to the small garden downstairs, as if they were still walking on Helan Mountain.
The golden camellia in the garden was in full bloom, the golden flowers were as bright as bright light, He Jingshan stood in front of a flower tree, turned around, and looked at his tall and handsome son, "Helan, I heard that you and your boyfriend are living together?" β
Helan was slightly stunned, she didn't expect to hear this question.
He Jingshan waved his hand again, "Your mother asked me to ask, it's okay if you don't answer, anyway, she already knows." β
Helan was helpless.
"You're an adult, and I won't interfere too much in what decisions you make. But Helan, there is one sentence you have to remember, the men of the He family, once they make a choice, they will go on even if they die. Given your decision today, you have to make yourself stronger as fast as you can, so there's not much time left for you. β
"I see, Dad."
On the other side, Admiral Schofield, who left Qian Tong alone, was looking at the information left by Helan and said with a smile: "Qian Tong, listen to the opinions of the juniors once in a while, and see how far they can go." Young people, always hopeful, aren't they? β
Qian Tong was respectful and helpless, "I have never said a bad word about Helan, I didn't agree just now?" β
"Hehe, you were so cute when you were young, and when you quarreled with Jing Shan, you were anxious to turn white."
Admiral, please don't say anything.