Superman

"As expected, you did not disappoint me! Mr. President admires you very much, and will award you a medal immediately when you return to New York!"

Colonel Phillips whispered the news close to Luke's ear.

Carter's beautiful eyes flickered on the side. She did not expect that the Brooklyn youth she met at the Stark Industry Expo would one day become a war hero of the Allies.

There is nothing more wonderful than this in the encounters in life.

Under the instruction of the American military, Luke's name has spread throughout the Allied forces, and the legendary deeds are deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

Compared with Captain America who is well-known by everyone on the stage selling bonds and performing in costumes, like Luke who sneaked into the base camp behind enemy lines alone and made a world-sensing astonishing feat, is more likely to be recognized by soldiers!

"I just made a small contribution to winning this war for the Confederate States, just like every soldier who fought on the front line."

Luke responded modestly to Colonel Phillips' compliment, which was even more admirable.

A soldier who can remain calm in the face of applause and flowers is the right person to be a general.

The night is covered with tulle and comes lightly.

After a fierce battle, the Venetian Palace has been cleaned up by the Italians, and it has become completely new. If you ignore the destroyed open-air balcony of the bedroom, and the collapsed dungeon.

Those walls that look like a hornet's nest have been repainted and carved with more exquisite patterns.

The blood-stained marble floor was washed and cleaned until it was as clean as a mirror.

The fallen crystal chandeliers, damaged Renaissance oil paintings, and broken railings have all been restored as before.

In the air of the Venetian Palace, soothing music flows.

Those princes, ministers, and dignitaries dressed up one by one, and came here as if they were going to a ball.

The protagonist of this banquet is naturally Luke in a neat military uniform.

Everyone was curious about what this war hero who led a team alone to break through the city of Rome and liberate Italy looked like.

When they saw Luke, who was tall and straight, they were not disappointed.

With a stern face and deep eyes, like a hero who came out of Greek mythology, it made people feel admiration.

Although this Allied captain is still very young, his momentum is no less than that of the princes and dignitaries present, and no one dares to underestimate him!

It cannot be ruled out that this is the impact of the "Legendary Man" achievement.

"Guess where the Confederates are going to promote you?"

The guests and the host had a good time, as if forgetting the war, Luke was pulled aside by Colonel Phillips in his spare time after entertaining a group of royal family members and high-ranking officials.

"Colonel? Or lieutenant colonel?"

Luke holds a glass of champagne, a relaxed smile on his face.

I am too young, even if I have real achievements, I still lack qualifications.

You know, the most famous general in American history, Douglas MacArthur, was only promoted to major general at the age of 45.

Luke knew in his heart that no matter the military or the president, it was impossible to promote him too high all at once.

First of all, it will attract criticism and cause dissatisfaction.

Secondly, it is difficult to convince the public, after all, he has no foundation now.

Relying on the name of a war hero is not enough to settle the bosses of various factions in the military.

What's more, the false name of "hero" can be fabricated, and it is the most worthless!

"In the beginning, it was planned to honor the colonel. A colonel officer who is less than 20 years old is enough to reward you, but"

Colonel Phillips had a hearty smile on his old face.

"The Italians don't agree! Especially the royal family, if only a mere colonel conquers the city of Rome, it will embarrass them!"

The government of the Kingdom of Italy would never accept that a colonel with less than 30 people dared to break into the city of Rome, abducted Mussolini majesticly, made 4000 million people terrified, and lived in the Venetian Palace like an overlord to give orders.

This is so embarrassing!

And it would make Italy a laughing stock!

"so?"

Luke raised his eyebrows quite unexpectedly, this result was beyond his expectation.

"Congratulations, Luke, for becoming the youngest general in American history!"

Colonel Phillips replied.

Chapter 35 At the end of the banquet, men and women confront each other

"This is an unprecedented honor!"

Colonel Phillips seemed more excited than Luke himself, and his old face was smiling, full of pride and complacency.

At the age of 20, he ranks as a general!

What a promotion speed this is! ?

Luke will not only be recorded in history as a war hero in the future, but may also have the title of "the youngest general in American history" in front of him.

"You created an unexpected surprise for me and everyone!"

Colonel Phillips sighed.

Generally speaking, being promoted to a general at the age of 30 can already be said to be young and promising with a bright future.

Famous generals in American history, such as Douglas MacArthur and Dwight Eisenhower, did not sit in that position until they were in their 40s.

Among them, the former is regarded as a generation of legends.

The latter retired, served as president, and successfully entered the White House.

It is conceivable that Luke, who ranks as brigadier general, has a bright future!

Many see Luke as a rising star.

Of course, some people believe that the so-called "Superman" is just the second Captain America, the new military mascot.

"Allied Command would agree?"

Luke also acted surprised.

If it weren't for the fact that we are in a time of war, a star figure is urgently needed, and his contribution is beyond reproach, this will definitely be considered the biggest shady scene in the history of the military!

The Allied Powers had heated discussions about this, but in the end they couldn't hold back the firm position of the Royal Italian Government!

After all, this is related to the reputation of a country!

When talking about this incident in the future, the first thing that people think of is how incompetent the Italian army is, and even a mere Allied captain led the team to break through the city of Rome with many garrisons!

In order to restore their own reputation, the Royal Italian government even shamelessly said that if the Allies did not give a reasonable reward to the war heroes, then they would choose to unilaterally award Luke Carvel the rank of General of the Army!

The two sides kept wrangling and arguing, and the Allied Command was forced by Italy's strong request and its rogue attitude, so it could only hold its nose and affirm Luke's contribution.

Promote a soldier who is only twenty years old and has been in the army for less than two months to the position of brigadier general.

The compromise of the Allies finally brought the turmoil behind the scenes to an end.

"Actually, the Italians are still not satisfied. They are greedy and even want you to sit on the throne of marshal directly, so that it will be more face-saving."

Colonel Phillips said in a low voice, with a hint of sarcasm in his tone.

In order to give Italy face, it is too ridiculous to promote a young man under the age of 20 to a five-star general and field marshal!

They were the ones who surrendered, not the victors!

"It's too cold up there, Colonel. Thank you, Mr. President, for your kindness."

Luke didn't say much, this harvest was already a surprise.

If the foundation is not solid enough, the qualifications are not deep enough, no matter how high the position is, it will be in vain.

"Mussolini will give it to Italy. As for the credit for capturing Rome and occupying Sicily, I will give it to Dwight Eisenhower. I remember that he is the supreme commander of the Allied forces in Europe. It can be regarded as a good relationship. !"

Luke spoke methodically, obviously not being dazzled by the sudden honor.

Colonel Phillips nodded appreciatively, Eisenhower is now in the military, and his reputation is at the peak of his power.

In particular, he led the British and American coalition forces of 10 people, divided into three groups, and landed in the French North African colony.

Using strong air cover, Algiers, Oran and Casablanca in Morocco were occupied respectively.

Immediately afterwards, it marched westward, forming an east-west pincer attack on the German-Italian coalition forces retreating into Tunisia.

Eisenhower's command actions put the German and Italian troops in a dilemma. In the end, all 25 people surrendered, which can be called a surprising victory.

This huge victory eased the setbacks suffered by the Allied forces in the battlefields of Eastern Europe, once again putting the Axis powers at a disadvantage.

"General Dwight will remember your overtures. In fact, he himself appreciates you very much."

Colonel Phillips couldn't help admiring Luke's vision.

What he lacks now is the foundation, the support behind it.

And Eisenhower, whose reputation is growing day by day, is undoubtedly a perfect alliance partner.

Luke smiled slightly. He remembered that in the original history, it was Eisenhower who launched the attack on Sicily.

Not long after, he was awarded the honorary rank of five-star general by the allied forces!

Even later, Eisenhower served as president for one term, and he can be said to be an outstanding military strategist and statesman.

After finishing chatting with Colonel Phillips, Luke came to the terrace of the Venice Palace alone.

The cold night wind blows past, the night sky is full of stars, and the silver light of the bright moon sprinkles the earth.

"Why are you hiding here alone?"

Carter, graceful in a red evening gown, approached Luke, who was alone in thought.

"It's a bit noisy inside, I want to be quiet for a while. What's more, I don't want to be drunk anymore."

Luke leaned against the edge of the terrace and said with a smile.

Under the noisy night sky, the man and woman began to chat.

"Miss Carter, do you know what Steve is doing?"

Luke thought of Captain America. At this time, the other party should still be selling bonds on the stage and traveling around to perform.

"Follow the senator to make movies, do performances, and recently published a personal cartoon. Rogers' popularity is much higher than yours!"

Carter chuckled.

She seemed to remember the Lehigh training camp, and Luke and Rogers had the best friendship.

Later, the two of them became super soldiers together, but the ending was very different.

"About three days later, the Roaring Commandos and I set off for New York. At that time, I will suggest to the military that Steve be transferred to my side."

Luke said to himself.

He has initially obtained a certain degree of right to speak, and is no longer a third-class soldier at his disposal.

Politicians on the committee are not qualified to want to dominate themselves!

"Then he will thank you very much."

Carter crossed his arms and changed the topic: "Those Italian ladies look at you with enthusiasm, as if they want to eat you as dessert."

Luke at the banquet was the focus of everyone's attention. She could always hear women talking about how to turn this war hero who liberated Italy into her guest of honor.

"I also have a deep understanding of this. A beautiful lady stopped me in the corridor before, and said that she would like to thank me for liberating Italy and defeating the dictator and then insisted on letting me visit her room."

Luke shrugged his shoulders, and said one thing, that beautiful lady who is said to be the daughter of a certain rich man, had soft lips and a slippery tongue, but unfortunately, under some indescribable pressure, he could only taste a little bit and was unable to communicate in depth.

"It looks like you didn't go to her room, do you still regret it?"

Carter frowned, and his attitude became indifferent.

She couldn't associate the slightly frivolous young man in front of her with the legendary heroes of the Allies.

"Of course. It would be a pity for any man to refuse such an invitation."

Luke confessed.

"Miss Carter, don't look at me with contempt. Even a war hero will not hate a beautiful girl who throws himself into his arms. This is human nature. You should admire my honesty instead of treating me as a erotic."

"Brigadier Carville, you are more sophistry than those politicians on the committee."