Volume 1: The Empire Awakens Chapter 41 New Position (Part 2)
Watching a group of generals quarreling, Tan Renhao also found it funny.
Although generals like Bei Yuming and Liao Hanxiang usually act high and mighty, when they really start quarreling, they are no different from ordinary soldiers.
General Liao Hanxiang, in particular, probably developed a hot temper when he was a battalion commander in the Army Cavalry Corps. As a result, the gentle Lieutenant General Bei Yuming was unable to gain any advantage over him.
Soon, the focus shifted to Tan Renhao, the youngest and lowest-ranking officer present.
"You did an excellent job, Lieutenant."
Sajiting still did not forget to encourage and praise Tan Renhao, "If you continue to stay in the Fifth Fleet, I'm afraid you won't be able to fully exert your abilities. Have you thought about going somewhere else?"
Tan Renhao was shocked and immediately looked at Sajiting, and then at General Liao Hanxiang.
"Don't worry, we have already discussed it and are now waiting for your decision."
It seemed as if Sajiting saw through Tan Renhao's thoughts.
The Imperial Navy has a very strong sense of sectarianism. One of the factors is one's origin, and the other is one's affiliated unit.
A good background can not only get you a better position, but also get you promoted faster.
For example, Van Pequin went to the First Fleet smoothly, and directly skipped the rank of second lieutenant, navigator, chief engineer, gunnery officer, etc., and directly became the first mate on a destroyer, and there is a high possibility that he will be promoted to lieutenant before the end of the year.
Another fleet origin is also very important.
Marshal Sagittin came from the First Fleet, so he has a special affection for it. From the fact that the First Fleet was highly valued in the last war to the fact that half of the Imperial Navy's generals now come from the First Fleet, it can be seen that as long as one comes from the First Fleet, he will definitely be valued!
This is what surprised Tan Renhao.
Marshal Sagittin should be very clear about these "unwritten rules" in the Imperial Navy. Tan Renhao joined the Fifth Fleet and was highly valued by General Liao Hanxiang, so he has already left the mark of the Fifth Fleet.
Unless the Fifth Fleet is disbanded or there are other irresistible factors, Tan Renhao will be promoted along the trajectory of the Fifth Fleet. At least he will not leave the Fifth Fleet easily until he becomes a colonel.
Now he is just a small second lieutenant, and Marshal Sagittin is going to transfer him from the Fifth Fleet. Isn't this embarrassing for General Liao Hanxiang?
"Second Lieutenant, the Marshal is also considering your future."
General Liao Hanxiang’s words surprised Tan Renhao even more.
"If you can get a better opportunity, don't miss it!"
Tan Renhao looked at General Liao Hanxiang and thought to himself: This major general who "jumped ship" to the navy probably wouldn't care about the navy's unspoken rules.
Wu Xianyu also nodded to Tan Renhao, obviously he also supported Tan Renhao in seeking better development.
"Second Lieutenant, now that the two generals are willing to let you go, you should be relieved, right?"
Sa Jiting laughed. He knew exactly what Tan Renhao was thinking. "Okay, if you have no objection, I will return to the Navy Headquarters with General Yu Gengnian tomorrow. You will temporarily serve in the Navy Equipment Technology Office. General Yu Gengnian will give you detailed arrangements for the specific tasks..."
"But……"
Tan Renhao was really confused now. This personnel change came too quickly and he was not prepared at all.
"Of course, this depends on your personal wishes."
Sajiting pressed his hand, "If you don't want to go, then you can return to the Fifth Fleet, and this matter will not have any impact on you. If you are willing to work in the Naval Equipment Technology Office, then you will be immediately promoted to captain, and will be mainly responsible for the construction of naval aviation equipment. I believe this is what you value most, right?"
Tan Renhao nodded, feeling surprised and happy.
What surprised him was that he could directly participate in the development of naval combat aircraft, but what made him happy was that he could be promoted to captain so quickly. This kind of promotion across ranks is a greater reward than an extraordinary promotion, and there are even fewer officers who can get promotion across ranks.
"Congratulations, Lieutenant!"
Wu Xianyu smiled and nodded to Tan Renhao. "This time, you are seconded to the Equipment Technology Office for two years. I will reserve a good position for you in the Fleet Staff. I believe that when you return to the fleet, you should be a major officer."
Tan Renhao was shocked. This treatment was indeed good, but he did not dare to make a decision immediately. Instead, he looked at General Liao Hanxiang with an inquiring look.
"Second Lieutenant, you are still part of our Fifth Fleet. This time, you are assigned to the Naval Equipment Technology Office to oversee the development and production of new equipment needed by the Fifth Fleet. This is the key to ensuring the combat effectiveness of the Fifth Fleet."
Liao Hanxiang said even more decisively, "Of course, this will only leave a glorious mark on your service record. I believe that this will bring you greater benefits on your future promotion path."
Tan Renhao then breathed a sigh of relief. Delegation and transfer are different.
If this is an assignment, then Tan Renhao will still be a member of the Fifth Fleet, and this kind of assignment is very rare. When he returns to the Fifth Fleet, he will become an important staff officer of the Fifth Fleet.
At the same time, going to the Naval Equipment Technology Office was exactly what Tan Renhao wanted. This would allow him to learn more about the development direction of naval equipment, which would also be of great benefit to him in perfecting his own tactical thinking system.
"So, everything is alright now?"
Sajiting kept smiling as he watched Tan Renhao's reaction.
Tan Renhao nodded.
"Marshal, as long as I can contribute to the Imperial Navy and the Empire, I am willing to go anywhere."
"That's good. I believe you will prove it soon."
Sajiting turned his gaze to Yu Gengnian, who still had a serious expression on his face. "General Yu Gengnian, that's all right now. When are you leaving?"
"Early tomorrow morning."
Yu Gengnian looked at Tan Renhao calmly, as if Tan Renhao's initial attitude had not affected him.
"Then, Lieutenant Tan Renhao, you should pack your luggage tonight and go back to the Navy Headquarters with General Yu Gengnian tomorrow."
Sajitin gestured to see him off. "Of course, don't forget to bring your information. It's very useful."
After leaving the study, Tan Renhao finally breathed a sigh of relief. He was already sweating all over.
It was only half an hour , but Tan Renhao felt like half a year had passed.
Of course, he thoroughly experienced what a surprise was.
Before this, he already felt very lucky, but now, he felt that the god of luck had just favored him.
It seems like anything is possible in this world.
