My years as a soldier

Time flies, even in northern Xinjiang, there are times when the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming and the ice and snow melt.

Another year, the grass grows and Yingfei flies. In the barracks of the Han Navy, Chen Fan, dressed in a light military uniform, stands in front of his immediate commander. His attitude is not respectful, but the middle-aged man with a mustache Officer, but in a good mood.

"Chen Fan, this is a great thing, but it has been the only one for decades. Once this is over, I will take my place for you. In just three years, I will be promoted from a soldier to a captain. You can be regarded as our Han Haijun." It's the fastest riser!"

It is true that the mustache officer in the barracks is the commander-in-chief of the Second Regiment of the Han Navy, Lieutenant Wang Du.This man was born in a military family. Although he has no background, relying on his smooth and sophisticated personality, he has also risen from the position of a soldier to a lieutenant all the way. He has led a regiment of more than [-] people and has been in the northern border for many years with seasoned experience.

Chen Fan suspected that the reason why he was assigned to Wang Du's group was the result of his family's behind-the-scenes management.

It should be known that although the upper echelon of the Ministry of War is a mixed bag, the power of the Chen family is only able to pass between the two capitals. If you really want to ask his family to come forward to bribe the real power in the local area, success depends on luck. .If you really meet someone who doesn't like hard and soft, who only knows how to fight hard, no matter how extensive your network in Beijing is, it has nothing to do with him.

But the Captain Wang of the second regiment was a tactful and sophisticated person. This kind of person is rare in the army, so he was assigned to him. Chen Fan felt that either he was lucky, or... just... It could be that the family spent money to find someone to take care of it, otherwise, how could he have been assigned to this captain who tried his best to curry favor with the Beijing officials as soon as he joined the army?

Wang Du, since Chen Fan came, made no secret of his intention to become an official in Beijing.In Chen Fan's memory, at least he was dragged by this man to drink dozens of drinks, but I have to say that it was precisely because of the care of the captain that Chen Fan's life in the army was terrific. It is much more comfortable than other soldiers.

Now Xiaowei Wang hurried to find him, Chen Fan thought it was the old man who wanted to take advantage of his spare time to talk to him about something, but what he didn't expect was that this time, Xiaowei Wang directly said Words like this came out.

The appointment of a lieutenant of a regiment cannot be settled just by the recommendation of one or two well-connected officers.It still needs to go through the review of the captains and generals in the army, at least... the person who is recommended must have some impressive military exploits.But Chen Fan thought about it, he felt that apart from relying on the care of Wang Xiaowei, he was promoted faster in the army, and he did not make any achievements beyond ordinary people.It's just killing a few people occasionally in small-scale battles. Who hasn't done this kind of thing to any soldier who can survive?It's never something to brag about.

But even so, Wang Du still said these words with certainty, and seeing his happy expression, he didn't seem to be joking. Chen Fan was confused, and opened his mouth in surprise, wanting to say What, but for a while, I don't know which question to ask first, to answer the doubts in my heart.

"...No, Captain Wang, this matter..."

After Chen Fan hesitated for a long time, he could only spit out these few words.

"Hey, Chen Fan, I'm absolutely not saying anything false this time. If you don't believe me, go to the station and ask Captain Luo. This matter has just been settled, and it's urgent, but it's not without conditions. Chen Fan , you have only been brigade commander for half a year. If you want to sit in my position, to be honest, your qualifications are not enough. But Captain Luo said, since you have been steadfast and diligent since you joined the army, I now order you to lead A team of men and horses will act as scouts and go to the area of ​​Shaji Ridge to scout out the enemy's situation, as long as you can make some sense of this mission, I, the captain, will be yours!"

Wang Du's words were not lacking in motivation, the more Chen Fan listened, the more he felt that something was wrong.He couldn't say what was wrong, in fact, it was because of the fact that it was so good, even he couldn't believe it, what was in front of him was an opportunity to be promoted to the captain of the army in one fell swoop!And the price to be paid for seizing this opportunity is just investigation—such a good thing... Even if the old man at home takes action, it is impossible for the matter to develop so smoothly.

Chen Fan frowned and thought for a while, seeing Wang Du's unabated smile, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows slightly.

"Lieutenant Wang, if I successfully take your seat, where will you go?"

"Hey... I don't want to say anything about this, but since you asked me, I won't keep it secret. The superiors promoted me to work in the Ministry of War next month, and when I arrive in Chang'an in the next day, I will inevitably have to walk with the nobles in the court. I have to rely on your father's contacts in Chang'an, and I will help you a lot."

"Hey, that's easy to say!"

Chen Fan opened his mouth to respond almost subconsciously.Although there was a smile on his face, the doubts in his heart were still not completely eliminated.

It can be speculated that Wang Du's move was to use the influence of the Chen family in the two capitals to pave the way for himself.But even if Wang Du could fully recommend Chen Fan as the captain of the second regiment, how did he pass the test of Captain Luo?

As far as Chen Fan knew, Captain Luo Yu of the Han Navy was not something that could be easily bought.This person was born as a general, and he has been a direct descendant of Beiting Dufu Mansion from the very beginning, and has no connection with officials in Beijing and China, let alone any interest.It was one thing to woo him occasionally with money, but quite another to make him speak for himself in such an important appointment.The second regiment said it was not big, but it was an elite soldier capable of guarding one side alone.If a random accountant is arranged to command the second regiment and go to battle in Japan, if something goes wrong, it is very likely to affect the overall situation and cause unnecessary losses to the entire Han Navy.

Chen Fan didn't believe that Captain Luo Yu, who had always been strict, would agree to appoint such a related household as the captain of the second regiment.

There must be some way to do this, but Chen Fan reckoned that even if he asked Wang Du at this time, Wang Du would definitely not be able to answer why.After all, Captain Luo Yu was born and bred in Beiting, and Wang Du, a subordinate who was devoted to Chang'an, often had to bend his elbows.It's normal for Luo Yu to hide some things from him.

But even though he was clear in his heart, Chen Fan couldn't stop asking.

"Captain Wang, what do you mean by Captain Luo? You know, I've only been here for three years, and I haven't made any achievements. There are many people in the regiment who are more senior than me, Captain Luo. How did you agree to let me take your place?"

"Didn't I just say that, before that, you have to lead the team to the Shaji Ridge for reconnaissance. As for whether your actions will satisfy Captain Luo, it's not for me to decide."

"Shaji Ridge... Last month there were still remnants of Uighur troops staying there. If I go, what news will I bring back? Wouldn't it delay your plan to go to Beijing to take office?"

"Hey, even if there are still soldiers left in Shaji Ridge, the number will not be much. A few days ago, I heard from Colonel Su of the First Regiment that the Uyghur Army had already withdrawn its main force hundreds of miles away from our garrison. It's a short period of time, and we won't send troops easily."

"It would be best if that's the case..."

Chen Fan couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

It sounds like I really got lucky this time.The leapfrog promotion that he had never thought about before is already in sight, and as long as he can sit on the position of colonel, the entire second regiment will become the regiment he is fully responsible for.If so...

Chen Fan couldn't help falling into reverie.

If so, would it be possible to avoid many battles that do not require fighting to the death in the future?

There are also those soldiers who don't know what their value is... If they reach the pinnacle of power in the legion, will they be able to change the minds of most soldiers in the legion?

One thought after another ran back and forth in Chen Fan's mind. It has to be said that when power is placed within easy reach, no one will not be moved.This was the first time in his life that Chen Fan wanted to grab something.He clenched his fists subconsciously, and an excited smile appeared on his face.

"It's all thanks to Captain Wang's care!"

He finally bowed to Wang Du respectfully, and before leaving the barracks, the smile on Chen Fan's face never faded.

Three days later, Chen Fan set foot on the road leading to Shaji Ridge with his carefully selected team.

Chen Fan had a team of more than [-] people, among whom Yan Zhaozhong, a friend of the same period, was naturally indispensable.It's not uncommon for a scout to go out to battle, but this time, even Yan Zhaozhong felt strange, since Chen Fan set out with a group of people, the surprises that Chen Fan brought him never stopped.

This time, Chen Fan changed from his old aloof style, not only took the initiative to take on the task of commanding and dispatching the whole team, but even his attitude was much more cheerful and friendly than usual.The atmosphere of the team was far more harmonious than ever before, and while Yan Zhaozhong was pleasantly surprised, he couldn't help feeling resentful.

"Okay, you kid! It's not that you can't talk, but you want to make fun of me! Why didn't you cooperate before? When you go out, you make a bad face. If you don't know, you think people owe you money!"

Yan Zhaozhong seldom gets angry, and when Chen Fan met his gaze, he just smiled and waved his hands to calm him down.

"Zhaozhong, I'm only telling you this, once this matter is over, your brother and I will be promoted soon, and you will definitely be indispensable at that time!"

In the wilderness at night, two officers sat around the bonfire, Chen Fan drank some wine, and his words were slightly drunk, while Yan Zhaozhong frowned, but he had no intention of celebrating at all.

"I think you should not be too happy too early. We will arrive at Sand Ridge Ridge tomorrow, and we don't know what will be waiting for us."

"No matter what it is, you just need to remember, your brother, I want to be promoted. As long as I climb up, no matter what it is, I have the ability to master it!"

What if it is an enemy?Can the enemy also master it?

Yan Zhaozhong only frowned and stared at Chen Fan, but did not speak again.

In the wasteland of Saibei, it is rare to encounter even a living creature on the marching road, let alone a living person lurking in the dark.

The team led by Chen Fan reached the foot of Shaji Ridge without encountering any setbacks.A group of people sneaked up on the sandy ridge with swift movements. They were wearing taupe shorts, and they crawled forward on the ridge mixed with gravel and gravel, almost blending with the entire environment.Headed by Chen Fan, he was at the forefront, followed by Yan Zhaozhong as his deputy.

Chen Fan was the first to climb up to the ridgeline, and it was not the first time he came here, so he already knew well where the view was wide and where it was suitable for concealment.Now that he arrived at the place, he still took his time, crawled to the highest point of the ridge, a narrow flat ground full of rocks, with the faint smell of alcohol from yesterday.

Chen Fan squinted his eyes and looked down the slope. At first, what caught his eyes was the barren land that can be seen everywhere in northern Xinjiang, but soon his brows tightened. A black-gray tone looms faintly.Chen Fan's brows were tightened, and even his heart was beating wildly in his chest.

"Zhaozhong...look at it!"

He lowered his voice, and went to pull Yan Zhaozhong who was crawling beside him.

Hearing this, Yan Zhaozhong moved forward and found a corner with a wide view behind the rocks.

"see it?"

There was a hint of panic in Chen Fan's voice.

"Ah..." Yan Zhaozhong's voice came faintly from the side, "A lot." He whispered.

"It's not just a lot!" Chen Fan couldn't help but suppress his voice, and he looked at Yan Zhaozhong solemnly, "There are at least a few thousand there! Thousands of people—the Uighurs are going south, and the first group was deceived No, they didn't withdraw the main force, but secretly transferred to our side!"

"……go back."

Yan Zhaozhong grabbed Chen Fan's arm, and with the other hand, he directed the 18 people crawling behind him to retreat.

"Anyway, go back first!"