Warlords: Rising from the Northwest Border and Sweeping Across the Powers

Chapter 1251 Commendation Conference

April 16, the highest conference room of the military headquarters.

Su Zhengyang sat in the main seat and looked around at the generals present. These people were all heroes in the Fuso War, and each of them had made great military achievements.

Commander-in-Chief Gudean sat in the first seat on the right. This commander-in-chief, who commanded the overall situation, used his superb strategic vision to lead the expeditionary army to create miracles one after another. Next to him was Deputy Commander-in-Chief Stein. This golden pair cooperated well and was the key to the expeditionary army's invincibility.

The commander of the Imperial Division, Klinghe, looked serious. His troops were the first to land in Fuso, and in the most difficult moment, the Imperial Division showed amazing combat effectiveness.

Otto, the commander of the Northern Division, smiled as he led his troops to break through Fuso's strongest defense line, opening a gap for subsequent attacks.

The head of the Totenkopf Division, Ike, remained as stern as ever. This special forces unit played a key role in the war and carried out many difficult missions.

Li Feier, the commander of the Zhenxing Division, was as calm as a mountain. His troops were responsible for most of the city sieges and had made great achievements.

Commander of the Central Plains Army Liu Chengxu and staff officer Chen Tong sat together. This army was responsible for the final mopping-up campaign and completely ended Fuso's resistance.

Northwest Army Commander Zheng Zeyu and Staff Officer Gu Chenghai were also present. They played an important role in the encirclement and suppression campaigns in the later stages of the war.

Liu Gangding, the chief logistics officer, sat at the back. It was his logistical support that enabled the expeditionary force to continue fighting.

"Everyone," Su Zhengyang said, "I have called you all here today to summarize the experience of this war, and at the same time... to reward people according to their merits."

The atmosphere in the conference room suddenly became heated. In this war that completely defeated Fuso, every participant had made immortal contributions.

This is a gathering of victors and a historic summary. Everyone present will be recorded in the military history of China.

Su Zhengyang stood up and looked around at the generals present:

"Everyone, recall that three years ago, the Fusang Empire brazenly invaded our Northeast. They thought they could easily occupy our land like they did back then. But this time, they were wrong, so wrong!"

His voice was powerful:

"We not only dealt them a heavy blow in the Northeast, but also pursued them all the way to their homeland. From the beginning of the landing battle, we let the Fuso people know that this is no longer China that they can bully at will!"

"The heroic performance of the Imperial Division in the landing battle, the bravery of the Northern Division in breaking through the defense line, the special operations of the Skeleton Division behind enemy lines, the outstanding performance of the Revitalization Division in the urban assault, the encirclement and suppression battles of the Central Plains Army and the Northwest Army in the final stage... Every battle is proving to the world the strength of the Chinese army!"

Su Zhengyang's tone became excited:

&34;The victory of this war is of epoch-making significance! First, it completely washed away our shame of the past century; second, it demonstrated China's military strength to the world; third, and most importantly, it made all the countries that coveted China understand that today's China is no longer a weak country that can be slaughtered at will! &34;

"This victory was hard-won." His tone became heavy, "We paid a huge price. Tens of thousands of soldiers died for the country, and their names will be remembered forever. But it is precisely because of these sacrifices that we can achieve such a brilliant victory."

"Everyone present here is a hero of this war. Commander-in-Chief Guderan's strategic planning, Deputy Commander Stein's precise command, the heroic fighting of the division commanders on the front line, and the full support of the logistics department... It is your efforts that created this miracle!"

"Now, the Fuso Empire has perished. But our mission is not over yet. We want everyone on this land to understand what the consequences of rebelling against China will be. We want the world to know that the new order in East Asia will be led by China!"

"Generals," Su Zhengyang's voice was full of pride, "You have not only created a military miracle, but also ushered in a new era for China. This battle will be recorded in history forever!"

There was warm applause in the conference room. Everyone felt the historical significance of this victory and was proud to be a part of it.

This is not only a military victory, but also an important symbol of China's rise. From now on, the world will look at this great oriental country with a new perspective.

"Now," Su Zhengyang said solemnly, "the awarding ceremony will begin. In recognition of your outstanding contributions in the Fuso expedition, you are awarded the Golden Dragon Badge. This is the highest honor of our Chinese military and symbolizes immortal merit."

Liu Kangding, the logistics manager, stood up, took out a list, and began to read out solemnly:

&34;General Gudean, Commander-in-Chief of the Fuso Expeditionary Force! &34;

Gudean straightened his uniform, strode forward, stood at attention and saluted: "Serve China!"

Su Zhengyang personally pinned the glittering golden dragon badge on him. The badge was engraved with a lifelike coiled dragon, symbolizing the highest military honor.

&34;Deputy Commander-in-Chief General Stein!&34;

Stein strode forward and said, "Serve China!"

&34;General Klinghe, commander of the Imperial Division! &34;

There was pride on Klinghe's face; he had been waiting for this day for a long time.

&34;General Otto, commander of the Northern Division! &34;

&34;General Ike, commander of the SS Division!&34;

&34;General Li Feier, commander of the Zhenxing Division! &34;

&34;General Liu Chengxu, Commander of the Central Plains Army! &34;

&34;Staff General Chen Tong!&34;

&34;General Zheng Zeyu, Commander of the Northwest Army! &34;

&34;Staff General Gu Chenghai!&34;

One by one, the generals stepped forward to accept this supreme honor. The golden dragon emblem on each of their chests shone brightly under the light, reflecting their proud faces.

Finally, Su Zhengyang looked at the generals wearing the golden dragon badge and said solemnly: "Everyone, this is not only a badge, but also the honor of Chinese soldiers. May this honor be with you forever and be remembered by future generations forever!"

"Fight for China!" the generals shouted in unison, and their voices echoed in the conference room for a long time.

Su Zhengyang stood in the main seat with a solemn expression:

"Ladies and gentlemen, our honoring ceremony is over, but our responsibility to our fallen soldiers has just begun."

He took out a document and said, "I have ordered the establishment of a war shrine in the center of Beilong City to commemorate the soldiers who died in the Fuso expedition. The name of each soldier who died will be engraved in the shrine, so that their merits will be passed down forever."

"At the same time," he continued, "the highest level of preferential treatment is implemented for the families of all the fallen soldiers. Specifically, they receive a monthly pension of three times the salary of an ordinary worker; second, their children's education is fully borne by the state, and they are given priority in school; third, their families receive military-level medical treatment; and fourth, their housing is arranged by the state. "

"For the soldiers who were injured and disabled in the war," Su Zhengyang said in a more resolute tone, "the military will be responsible for their second half of life. In addition to enjoying the same treatment as the families of the fallen soldiers, they will also receive additional monthly subsidies based on the degree of disability. At the same time, the military hospital will provide them with lifelong free medical care."

"I want all the soldiers who serve the country to understand," he looked around at the generals present, "you are not only soldiers, but also heroes of China. The country will never forget any of its sons and daughters who shed blood and sacrificed their lives for it."

"In addition," Su Zhengyang added, "I have instructed the logistics department to set up a special veterans resettlement office. All veterans will be properly resettled, either transferred to work in government departments or supported by the state to start businesses. In short, every soldier who has defended the country can live a decent life."

The generals nodded their heads. These policies will allow all soldiers to have no worries and concentrate on serving the country.

"Finally," Su Zhengyang said, "we also need to establish a military honor system. We should set up merit walls on the main streets of the city and set up military honor courses in schools so that the people will always remember these heroes who defended the motherland."

"This is how China treats its heroes," his voice was full of power, "Let those who sacrifice for the country be respected forever, and let those who serve the country have no worries. Only in this way can our army truly become a steel Great Wall to defend the country!"

Warm applause rang out in the conference room. These policies are not only a tribute to the past, but also a commitment to the future. It will inspire more Chinese sons and daughters to join the military and serve the country.

This is the responsibility that a strong country should have.