Free Web NovelChapter 517: Chapter 411 Deputy Squadron Captain!_2
The soldiers surrounding him stopped their training and curiously watched him.
As soon as Cao Yi hung up the phone, he smiled at Fang Huai and then shouted, "Everybody, assemble!"
Many people realized what was happening, patted Fang Huai on the back, and quickly ran to Cao Yi.
"Assemble, assemble!"
Fang Huai knew as well that this moment had finally arrived.
An excited heart, trembling hands.
Everyone quickly arranged themselves in tidy rows.
Cao Yi straightened his uniform, put on his cap, and stood in front of the team. "Today, I have some good news! The order for Comrade Fang Huai’s promotion has arrived!"
The soldiers immediately broke into smiles.
"Fang Huai! You’ve finally become a cadre!"
"Congratulations, Fang Huai!"
For a moment, the sounds of congratulations were unending.
Hao Chengbin slapped him hard on the back and laughed, "You little rascal! I always said you had it in you!"
Huang Zhongjiu next to him was filled with complex emotions. When he had received his promotion, he had comrades celebrating with him, but it wasn’t this united a scene.
Usually, everyone joked that if Fang Huai became a cadre, they wouldn’t be able to survive, but now, at the moment they heard the news, they were genuinely happy for him.
The thoughts of the soldiers were the most honest; Fang Huai had solid theory, strong physical ability, and most importantly, he was willing to genuinely consider everyone’s welfare.
Everyone had a feeling: if they really needed him, he would never brush them off.
Fang Huai stood with a smile on his face but maintained a rigid posture, waiting for Cao Yi’s next announcement.
Cao Yi raised his hand and pressed it down.
"Quiet! There’s more!"
Once everyone settled down, he continued, "
"The email confirming Comrade Fang Huai’s assignment will be sent to our Squadron this afternoon!
Fang Huai, acting as deputy Squadron Leader!
This decision was made after careful consideration by the Head of the Corps! Also, the Corps Captain asked me to tell you to devote yourself wholeheartedly to building up the Squadron! Don’t let the Leadership down!"
Only then did Fang Huai’s expression turn serious as he stood at attention and proclaimed loudly,
"Yes! Thank you, Leadership, for your care and trust! I will devote my youth and blood to the nourishment of the entire Firefighting forces!"
The surrounding soldiers clapped their hands in unison.
As for those who heard last night about what being ready for "a multitude of disasters and major emergencies" truly meant, their expressions were somewhat complicated.
"The whole" Firefighting forces.
This statement, while sounding passionate, was actually brimming with ambition...
Originally, Cao Yi had planned to fully implement the overhaul of the Second Squadron, to solidify his position as a regular company leader, and then leave the Squadron to move on to the War Training Department. From there, he would follow the career path leading to the Big Team or the Command Department of the Detachment.
But now, seeing how Fang Huai was expanding the scale of the plan step by step, he didn’t want to leave anymore.
What was this plan?
He didn’t dare to imagine.
His initial reaction was: Firefighting already had an alarmingly large scope of inspection power within the military system, lacking local oversight, and now with this joint defense system, how much social force could Firefighting mobilize?
Was the power too great?
A good idea, but impossible.
Almost impossible to achieve.
Yet Fang Huai was making progress step by step, and his thoughts were far beyond his current level, also gradually winning the Leadership’s recognition. They wouldn’t overlook this, perhaps he had a more comprehensive consideration.
Cao Yi was very keen to be part of this plan, to enter into this grand blueprint, and see just how high Fang Huai was aiming.
Maybe, if Fang Huai soared to great heights, he too would leave his mark on the glorious rainbow path behind him.
Thinking this, he couldn’t help but pat Fang Huai on the shoulder and said, "The Second Squadron will change in your hands. Work hard. The Squadron will support you, and so will I!"
Fang Huai sensed something, smiled, and saluted,
"Yes, Secretary! A major emergency requires the support of many. We will accumulate gradually and strike swiftly; let’s work together!"
Upon hearing this shiny olive branch, Cao Yi’s heart swelled with pride and once again he heavily patted Fang Huai’s shoulder, saying,
"Good! Good!"
The other soldiers, however, had simpler and more practical thoughts.
"Vice Captain Fang! Aren’t you going to treat us all to a good meal today? Shouldn’t you give us a bit of an allowance for changing the way we address you?" Liu Jianfeng said with a chuckle.
Fang Huai turned his head, chuckled, and said, "An in-law changes the way they address a parent with an allowance! Oh, oh! Right, I forgot your name is Fang Jianfeng! Little Fang, don’t worry, there will definitely be a red envelope! The Fang family has an heir now; I’ll give you a big one!"
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"Right! Last time he bet with Fang Huai that the Alarm Bell wouldn’t ring, but then Old Teacher He pressed it! Hahaha... Fang Jianfeng! That name does sound pretty good!"
Fang Jianfeng’s face darkened.
"That was an accident last time! Fang Huai, if you have the guts, bet with me again today! I’m sure the alarm bell won’t ring today!"
Fang Huai couldn’t be bothered to tease him anymore and nodded with a smile, "Alright, alright, Little Feng, I’ll give you a chance to win back your seniority, so these uncles won’t keep making fun of you!"
"Hahaha..."
A bunch of uncles were already laughing.
But the laughter hadn’t even stopped.
"Wooo..."
The long sound overpowered the noise of the surrounding excavators.
Everyone’s eyes widened.
Then, they ran while laughing.
"Hahahaha... Liu Jianfeng, now you’re the grandson!"
Liu Jianfeng wanted to cry but had no tears, feeling as if the world was conspiring against him.
"Damn it, I didn’t say what I was betting!"
Everyone cut through the back door of the canteen to the front yard garage and suddenly stopped in their tracks.
Damn it.
It was Old Teacher He again.
However, today’s Instructor stood at the guard pavilion door with a clearly good expression on his face.
Fang Huai leaned against Car 1, mustering the courage to ask:
"Instructor, are we getting into the vehicles and moving out?"
Old Teacher He raised the corners of his mouth, his voice booming like a bell, "Yes! You son of a turtle, you became a cadre and didn’t report to me? What, you don’t even want to treat me to a meal, huh!"
Everyone instantly breathed a sigh of relief.
Fang Huai also hurried over and said with a chuckling smile:
"Instructor, it’s the public announcement period! We ought to keep a low profile! Flashy hospitality, that’s not good for appearances!"
That’s when everyone understood why Fang Huai, who was normally generous, had been holding back today on such a happy occasion, not inviting everyone to a meal.
Old Teacher He laughed loudly:
"A great occasion, why hide your claws? Invite openly! This afternoon, First Squadron will also come to celebrate with you. Relax, if anyone dares to talk nonsense, I’ll tear their mouth apart!
But I think it’s not appropriate for you to be the host, let Second Squadron do it!
Cao Yi, take out some money from your squadron’s funds and treat everyone to a good meal! Special Duty Squad, take the day off! This afternoon, everyone come over to Second Squadron, let’s make it lively!"
"Yes!"
Cao Yi responded and immediately headed towards the canteen to find Chang Ming.
The Squadron soldiers burst into an uproar of excitement.
Only Fang Huai, with a tight face, was a bit awkward and hesitant.
"Uh, Instructor, it doesn’t seem right to do this for my sake..."
But Old Teacher He patted his shoulder and commanded solemnly:
"You kid, you still don’t understand how to be a cadre!
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A ceremony is a must! It shows our Big Team, Detachment’s regard for your appointment! It is recognition!
Today, I’ll teach you a lesson! As a cadre, you must report more to the organization, seek support from your superiors, and maintain good relations with your comrades and colleagues!
Our leadership isn’t just for show! With our expressed support, the soldiers will recognize the change in your identity, and as a cadre, they will respect your position!"
Fang Huai had an epiphany.
Perhaps the Big Team, Detachment, wasn’t aware of his status within the Squadron, but if it had been someone else promoted to a cadre without this process, it would likely be difficult to carry out the work smoothly in the coming position.
No matter what.
The care from the top to the bottom, down to the level of the Big Team, really sank into his heart.
From now on, he was someone with organizational support.
A warmth flooded his heart.
Fang Huai saluted earnestly, "Thank you for your guidance, Instructor!"
The Instructor also smiled with his hands behind his back, "Your plan has grown bigger and bigger, huh, now it’s even reached the Ministry! But don’t forget, it was I who brazenly went to the Training Base to ask Boss Wu for it! During your work, report any difficulties and progress frequently!"
Only then did Fang Huai remember that many of his reports had skipped too many levels, overlooking both the Big Team and Detachment. On his return, he had been so focused on approaching the Head of the Corps that he had forgotten the original intention to leave blanks in his plan, as things had been going so smoothly.
The Instructor’s mention of Detachment and Big Team could also be seen as a reminder.
Fang Huai straightened his expression and saluted once more.
"Yes! Moving forward, we will definitely carry out our work under the support and guidance of the Big Team!"
