Section 2: New Officials and Old Friends
Thousands of light-years away, Robb was excluded from the "Qin Shi Huang" strategic offensive plan. {) Leonardo? General Higgins did not like Robb, the son of Su Yu, and even felt very unhappy about his great achievements in the third Battle of the "Yi" Star Field. When he was instructed by President Song Tingrong to transfer troops and dispatch generals to prepare to carry out the "Qin Shi Huang" plan, he also specially ordered Luo Bo to lead the battlefleet "Chiyou" to return to the battle sequence of the Eighth Fleet defending the interstellar planet "Yi", and prepare to send him to the distant "Yi" star field.
After receiving the order, before leaving, Luo Bo and his mother Luo Zhaobing hosted a banquet in their house "Qingpingju" to a few people they thought had a special relationship.
Are they Eric? Feng? Five-star general Bloomberg, Leonid? Admiral Lepning, and Chen Weiyin, who lived in the interstellar refugee camp on the western outskirts of Pangu City. In Robb's eyes, these people are currently trustworthy.
Before the banquet began, Bloomberg and Lepning were in Luo Zhaobing's study, and 'revealed' the contents of the "Qin Shi Huang" strategic offensive plan to Luo Bo and Luo Zhaobing. This was originally a top secret of the Wehrmacht, and Robb and his mother had no right to know it, but over the years, they were still able to obtain secrets that were difficult for them to know through their relationship with each other, and this time it was just one of countless conventions.
After listening to Bloomberg's lecture about the "Qin Shi Huang" plan, Luo Zhao said coldly: "Song Tingrong is too confident. Such a risky plan will be approved. ”
"They do want to take risks." Lepnin agreed.
"Higgins wants to use military action to hit the empire's economy, which is tantamount to making the army not do its job." Luo Zhaobing said.
"The aim I had previously established was to concentrate the attack on the Imperial Army, and it would be easy to liberate New Rome by eliminating the main force of the Imperial Central Fleet. Moreover, it would not be unduly damaging to the people of the new Romans. Bloomberg said.
Luo Zhaobing immediately said: "But in their eyes, you are an idealist's fantasy. They are now about to overturn the goals and codes of conduct you have established. ”
"Madam, I don't care what they want to do, it's impossible to influence them."
Bloomberg said regretfully. Although he still had unparalleled prestige and a high reputation in the army, he no longer had any power. As the saying goes, power expires and is invalid, for an old man who has no power, even if his achievements are high, what can he do? At most, out of respect, many people had to be invited to the table of the meeting to make a priceless ancient 'flower' vase.
At this time, Robb said: "In this case, I should not return to the Eighth Fleet to guard the 'easy' planet. I would like to apply to join the 'Qin Shi Huang' program. ”
"You can't do that." Luo Zhaobing immediately said to his son, "How do you explain to Higgins where you learned about the 'Qin Shi Huang' plan?" Also, such a risky action, you have to think about it seriously. ”
Luo Zhaobing deliberately emphasized the words "risk-taking" and "consideration". Because she couldn't help but think about the scene and psychology after the second "Yi" Star Field Battle at the end of last year, her beloved son unfortunately became a prisoner of war in the Empire, and hoped that her son would understand her worries.
Luo Bo did not comprehend his mother's heart, but said confidently: "I don't need to mention the 'Qin Shi Huang' plan, I just need to apply to be transferred to the first, second, or third fleet." And I don't think this plan is much risky. A direct attack on the planet Afrikan will definitely surprise the Imperial Army, causing a strong shock and impact. Mom, this is an opportunity to make a big difference. ”
"You have a point." Bloomberg nodded, "But there's one factor you're ignoring, and Higgins doesn't like you. He didn't want you to get a major meritorious service, and Ling Zun transferred him away from the front line at a critical moment, which made him feel disgraced. So naturally he doesn't want to see you accomplish anything under him. ”
Lepnin added: "According to the procedure, it would have been sufficient for the order for you to return to the Eighth Fleet to be signed by the Chief of Operations of the Ministry of Defense, but the fact that he, as Minister of Defense, personally signed the transfer order, shows how petty he is and how eager he is to take revenge on you." I don't think you'd better stop talking about it. ”
After listening to what the two elders said, Luo Bo realized some of the truths. However, the huge 'temptation' and 'confusion' in the territory of the empire still made him unwilling to give up easily. He said: "Now it seems that although staying in the 'Yi' star field will be safe and sound in the short term, it is actually idle. It would be a pity not to take the great opportunity to attack the territory of the empire. ”
"It is impossible for you to transfer the fleet to participate in the offensive to be approved." "Now all the attacking forces are preparing to go to the Pellion satellite and make preparations," Bloomberg stressed. At most, you can join the Sixth Fleet, but that would be better than going to the Eighth Fleet. Moreover, Higgins will never agree to you entering the offensive fleet. ”
"Unless you let the president intercede for you." Lepnin proposed.
Bloomberg glanced at Lepnin.
Luo Zhaobing explained: "General Repnin, President Song no longer regards Rob as his person. He didn't even let Song Xiaoyu get close to Robb. ”
"In short, Robb, it won't be a wrong choice for you to return to the Eighth Fleet to guard the 'Yi' star field."
Bloomberg said solemnly. He already had a vague feeling in his heart that the understanding of the "Qin Shi Huang" plan made him no longer hope for victory.
At this time, the housekeeper informed Chen Weiyin that he was coming, so the four of them walked out of Luo Zhaobing's study with perfect confidentiality functions and went to the living room.
After the ceremonial 'sex' greetings, the feast is ready to begin.
However, an uninvited guest came uninvited. This person is Luo Xiaochen.
He no longer wears his 'sex' Prince Albert coat, but the white 'colour' military dress of a Bundeswehr lieutenant officer.
Although his mother, Saheko Ainochi, committed perjury in last year's lawsuit and helped Luo Shilin slander Luo Zhaobing, Luo Zhaobing and Luo Bo still regarded him as close relatives as usual.
As soon as he entered the big 'gate', before he saw his master, Luo Xiaochen shouted happily: "Aunt Zhao, Brother Bo, Luo Xiaochen, a lieutenant and staff officer of the Third Fleet of the National Defense Army, came to visit. ”
Luo Xiaochen didn't expect that the two respected generals of the National Defense Army were also there, and when he saw them sitting on the seat, he hurriedly stood up and saluted, and shouted solemnly: "Hello, sir!" ”
"Lieutenant, in 'private' situations, we don't have to be bound by military ranks." Bloomberg said with a laugh.
"Yes, five-star admiral."
"Come, Xiaochen, please take a seat."
Luo Zhaobing said enthusiastically. She once promised to ignore the past suspicions with Luo Xiaochen's mother and son, and in fact, she did not take the fact that Saheko was 'forced' to commit perjury. In her eyes, the mother and son were simply not capable of posing a threat to her and Robb, at least for the foreseeable future. So she also showed an unusually generous attitude.
Luo Xiaochen sat next to Luo Bo and said happily: "I have finally joined the Wehrmacht. ”
"You've got your wish." Robb patted his brother on the shoulder and said, "You just said which fleet you belong to?" ”
"Third Fleet. I'm here to say goodbye to Aunt Zhao and Brother Bo, and I'll soon be training with the fleet. Although he is only a trainee lieutenant, he is a staff officer in charge of military orders. However, after all, a big step has been taken. Luo Xiaochen's joy was beyond words.
Hearing him talk about the Third Fleet, Bloomberg quickly 'exchanged' eyes with Robb, and then said, "Congratulations, lieutenant." ”
"Thank you, sir."
Luo Bo didn't say anything, but introduced him: "This is Dr. Chen Weiyin, a scientist from the New Roman Empire, and this is one of my many brothers, Luo Xiaochen. ”
Luo Xiaochen immediately stood up, leaned forward about forty-five degrees, bowed to the other party, and solemnly greeted: "Hello, Dr. Chen." ”
Chen Weiyin had no choice but to stand up, bow to him in return, and say, "Hello, Lieutenant Luo Xiaochen." ”
"Alright, let's stop chatting." Luo Zhaobing raised his wine glass as he spoke, stood up, and said, "Cheers to the future of our young men, as well as to our health and happiness." ”
Everyone raised their glasses and said, "Cheers." ”
The small green bottle wine glasses filled with Moutai touched each other.
The feast ended without incident, and Bloomberg and Lepnin soon departed. Chen Weiyin did not have a political guarantee and the time she could leave the camp was limited, so Xiao Xu left after a while.
Only then did Luo Bo lead Luo Xiaochen to his mother's study and asked, "Do you want the Pelion satellite?" ”
"How do you know?" Luo Xiaochen said in surprise.
"You don't have to worry about that. I also know what your fleet is really about. ”
Robb said mysteriously. He knew very well that Luo Xiaochen must not have known about the operation of attacking the territory of the empire, because at this time, I am afraid that except for the commander of the fleet and the chief of staff, there will be no more junior soldiers who know about the "Qin Shi Huang" plan.
"I was ordered to go to training and participate in exercises."
"Live-fire exercises?" Robb asked.
"Yes."
Robb smiled triumphantly. At this time, Luo Zhaobing walked in and asked, "Xiaochen, this time you entered the army because of Luo Shilin's help." ”
"Yes, Aunt Zhao."
Luo Xiaochen replied respectfully. He understands the grievances between Luo Zhaobing and Luo Shilin, but he is not shy about it. In his eyes, no matter what happens, even if there are thousands of grudges, they are all a family after all. So, he confessed frankly and continued:
"Transferred to the Third Fleet, it is also the relationship of Minister Tohiggins, Brother Shilin."
Luo Zhaobing nodded in understanding. Luo Xiaochen's words inadvertently revealed a lot of important news. It seems that Luo Shilin also knew about Song Tingrong's "Qin Shi Huang" plan, which shows that the industrial and commercial giants led by him supported this plan.
"Xiaochen should take care in the future." Luo Zhaobing, who was an elder, instructed with concern.
"Yes, safety comes first." Luo Bo also said that his heart was also worried about the safety of Luo Xiaochen.
"Thank you Aunt Zhao and Brother Bo for your concern, I will be careful."
Luo Xiaochen, who didn't know the inside story, said movingly. Then, he asked seriously: "Please forgive me for taking the liberty of Miss Chen Weiyin at the table just now, is she 'communicating' with Brother Bo?" ”
His Japanese-style words made Robb not understand for a while, and said casually: "Yes." ”
"What Xiaochen asked was whether Miss Chen was your 'girlfriend' friend." Luo Zhaobing hurriedly clarified with his son.
Robb then understood, and said, "That's not it." But if it's a 'girlfriend', it should be good. ”
At this time, Luo Xiaochen said very seriously: "Then I will pursue Miss Chen in the future." ”
Luo Zhaobing and Luo Bo couldn't help but be taken aback.