Chapter 1080 Yu Zhengguo Returns

After Wang Tiefeng, Li Kun and Yu Zhengguo boarded the modified Mengshi 3 armored command vehicle surrounded by guards, the outside noise was instantly squeezed out as the door closed, and it seemed as if they had entered another world inside the vehicle.

Soft and bright LED lights illuminate the spacious space, and the air is filled with the unique faint smell of leather and electronic devices.

Li Kun sank into the large and soft leather aviation seat, touching and looking around curiously, just like Granny Liu entering the Grand View Garden.

He knocked on the composite armor layer attached to the inner wall in amazement, touched the operating table in front of him which was integrated with multiple high-definition display screens and complex communication buttons, and even bent down to look at the micro safe and emergency power interface fixed at his feet.

"Hey, Commander, your car is really good! The quietness and materials used are far better than the mass-produced Mengshi 3! And this screen... Wow——"

Wang Tiefeng looked at Li Kun's incompetent appearance, feeling both angry and amused. He interrupted, "Alright, stop acting like a country bumpkin! Look at how little you can do! Work hard. If you can set up your business in the northwest this time and gain a foothold, I'll make sure to equip your northwest garrison headquarters with a few more!"

He sat down directly at the main seat, his eyes like lightning, sweeping across Li Kun and Yu Zhengguo's faces. His previous relaxed expression instantly disappeared, and his tone became serious:

"Enough of the small talk. Are you clear about the contents of the transfer order?"

"Commander, the duties and tasks are very clear!" When the task was mentioned, Li Kun immediately sat up straight, his expression solemn, and answered respectfully and seriously:

"Thank you, Commander, and the organization for your trust in us, for entrusting us with such an important responsibility as the Northwest Garrison. I will do my best and will never let you down!"

Yu Zhengguo nodded more calmly, his voice firm: "Unequivocal, Commander. Resolutely obey the organization's arrangements."

Wang Tiefeng nodded slightly at their reactions. He leaned forward slightly, tapped the smooth table with his fingers, and said solemnly:

"Being clear is the first step. But I must remind you that the situation in the northwest is much more complicated than what is written in the documents!"

"The Western Theater, the New Province Construction Corps, and the complex intertwined local forces are very deep-seated."

He looked at Li Kun in particular and warned him earnestly, "Li Kun, when you get there, you must pay special attention to the way you work."

"The energy corridor is the strategic lifeline of the theater and is crucial to the overall situation. We must not only be courageous in our struggle and demonstrate our resolve and ability, but we must also be adept at uniting all forces that can be united, flexibly and pragmatically opening up the situation and firmly holding on to this lifeline! This mission cannot afford any mistakes."

Li Kun's expression grew serious, his body straightened even more, and he responded solemnly, "Please rest assured, Commander! I fully understand the significance of this mission and your instructions. Once in the northwest, I will keep your instructions in mind, always keep a clear head, make prudent decisions, and actively communicate to ensure the absolute safety and smooth flow of energy channels, and serve the overall situation of the theater!"

Yu Zhengguo spoke at the right time, his voice calm and reliable: "Please rest assured, Commander, I will fully assist Comrade Li Kun in his work, and ensure that the strategic goals are achieved smoothly and safely."

Upon hearing this, Wang Tiefeng, commander of the Zhongzhou Theater Army, turned his gaze to Yu Zhengguo. The sharpness in his eyes eased slightly, and there was a bit more deep scrutiny and entrustment in his eyes.

"Comrade Zhengguo," he said in a steady and powerful voice, "Unlike Li Kun, your appointment by the war zone has been carefully considered!"

Li Kun: ???

“Your past experiences are no longer a barrier here and now, but a unique treasure!”

At this point, Wang Tiefeng leaned forward slightly, his eyes fixed on Yu Zhengguo. "You come from the Western Theater Command and commanded the 77th Army Corps. You understand the people and terrain of the Northwest, especially the operational logic and thinking habits within the Western Theater Command, as well as some of its key personnel, better than any of us."

"That's one of the key reasons why you're in this position!"

"The Northwest garrison is not just about erecting turrets and stretching barbed wire. More importantly, it is about opening up connections and facilitating communication."

"Once you're there, you need to leverage this 'understanding' to more accurately assess the situation, discern their true intentions, and find effective channels and methods for communication."

"We must assist Comrade Li Kun to open up the situation more quickly and steadily, and reduce friction caused by misunderstandings and estrangements."

"Your composure, thoughtfulness, and overall perspective are crucial for balancing the complex situation in the northwest. You must unwaveringly uphold our core principles and strategic bottom line, while also flexibly and skillfully leveraging your unique background to transform potential resistance into support for cooperation whenever possible. The complexity and strategic importance of this task are no less than commanding a large-scale campaign!"

"As a senior commander with extensive experience and political maturity, I believe you can deeply understand the good intentions and strategic expectations of the theater commanders in making this arrangement."

"In the Zhongzhou War Zone, we never consider superficial 'background' when hiring people. We only look at real 'military achievements' and 'contributions'."

"As long as you can demonstrate the responsibility and ability that goes with your position as Deputy Commander of the Northwest Garrison and make tangible achievements, then everything you have experienced today will merely be a brand new and higher starting point for your military career!"

Wang Tiefeng's words were like a heavy hammer, striking Yu Zhengguo's heart with every word.

The car was unusually quiet, with only the low sound of the engine running and Li Kun's deliberately slowed breathing.

Yu Zhengguo sat upright, his face still maintaining the calmness unique to a soldier, but if you look closely, you can see that the knuckles of his hands placed on his knees are slightly tightened, and blue veins are faintly visible on the back of his hands.

The depths of his eyes, which were always calm, seemed to be like a deep pool where a stone had been thrown, suddenly causing huge waves.

A scalding heat surged up from the deepest part of his heart without any warning, instantly breaking down the cautious psychological dam that he had used to protect himself for a long time.

“Past experiences…are no longer a barrier…but a unique treasure…”

"One of the core considerations..."

"A profound understanding..."

"Strategic wealth..."

These words buzzed in his mind, each word carrying a tremendous weight. It was also the official recognition and affirmation from the highest level of the Zhongzhou War Zone that he had never dared to hope for!

Since he led the 77th Legion to join the Zhongzhou War Zone, although he held a high position, he always had a string in his heart, reminding himself of his identity as an "outsider".

He was cautious in his words and actions, worked diligently, and devoted all his energy to his work. He did not dare to slack off in the slightest, let alone talk about his personal future. He only wanted to gain a firm foothold and live up to the support of his soldiers.

He had long been mentally prepared for being marginalized or even left out in the cold for a long time. After all, in any system, trust, especially the reuse of "latecomers," takes a long time to build.

But he never expected that the chief and leadership of the Zhongzhou War Zone would have such courage and vision!

Instead of viewing his past as a flaw, they accurately identified it and weighed it on the scale of the entire Northwest strategy, ultimately assigning it extremely high value and expectations!

This is not just "acceptance", it is a higher level of "recognition" and "reuse"!

The battlefield he is most familiar with and the opponent he knows best are handed over to him, hoping that he can turn his past experience into today's victory!

An indescribable excitement mixed with great emotion instantly overwhelmed him.

It is a kind of unyielding feeling of a man dying for his confidant, an ecstasy of having one's value thoroughly discovered and affirmed, and more importantly, a heavy sense of responsibility that cannot be let down!

He could clearly feel that a door leading to a broader stage, which he once thought was closed or even never opened to him, was slowly opening to him with a thunderous sound as Wang Tiefeng spoke!

A brand new upward path full of hope and challenges is laid out at his feet!

He had heard of the Zhongzhou War Zone's philosophy of "not considering background, but only recognizing military achievements", but it was not until this moment that he truly felt its weight and sincerity!

Yu Zhengguo took a sharp breath, his breath trembling slightly, and his eyes couldn't help but turn slightly red, but his eyes were surprisingly bright, burning with a completely ignited flame of loyalty and determination.

His voice was slightly hoarse due to the intense surge of emotion, but it contained a decisive and desperate force:

"Commander and Chief Gu, please rest assured! I, Yu Zhengguo, will live up to your trust! I will do my utmost, sacrifice my life, and even my remaining body to open up new opportunities in the northwest for the war zone and safeguard its vitals!"

At this moment, he was no longer the cautious "outsider", but truly regarded himself as a member of the powerful chariot of the Zhongzhou War Zone. He found a new coordinate for his lifelong struggle and a battlefield where he could not retreat.