Chapter 648: Chapter 525 Promotion_2
Su Mo stood upright, responding very solemnly.
“Lieutenant Su Mo, due to your timely warning in the Chaotic Burial Starfield of Donkye and your various outstanding performances at the Imprisoned Planet Fortress, you have made exceptional contributions to the Federation. Now, on behalf of the Federation Government, I officially announce that starting today, you are promoted from Lieutenant to Major, skipping two ranks! In addition, you are awarded a second-class Federation merit medal.”
General Feier officially announced.
“Thank you, Commander!”
Su Mo accepted with little change in his expression.
Then, General Feier handed over a set of brand-new white military uniforms and a platinum-colored honor medal to Su Mo.
Su Mo solemnly accepted them.
General Feier raised his hand and patted Su Mo on the shoulder, saying, “Actually, with your performance this time, you would qualify for a first-class Federation medal. Unfortunately, your experience is still slightly lacking, and the first-class merit requires approval from Council President Long Ming. It’s a pity.”
“It’s fine, I think it’s pretty good.”
Su Mo smiled and responded, not minding these matters.
“Alright, I’m leaving now.”
“General Feier, safe travels.”
“Oh, there’s one more thing I almost forgot to mention.”
General Feier, who was about to leave, suddenly remembered.
Su Mo looked at General Feier curiously.
“Later, you should visit the core area of the GT department. There’s something there.”
General Feier instructed.
Su Mo nodded in response.
After General Feier had left, Captain Mo Baoke approached with an excited expression to congratulate him.
“Congratulations, Commander Su Mo on the promotion to Major, becoming the fastest-promoted officer in history… there is no one before and likely none to come after…”
Su Mo didn’t care at all; he sighed and said, Read complete version only at novel{f}ire.net
“Commander, you might not realize, but military promotions are very difficult! It’s not something everyone can achieve so quickly, skipping two ranks like that is extremely impressive. You might not see our positions as similar, but there is a big difference. Mine was secured through much hardship long ago. But it’s normal for you, Commander, to overlook this, given your current status, you will easily advance in rank in the future.”
“Cough cough, don’t talk nonsense, I certainly don’t overlook it.”
Su Mo felt he was almost misled by these words.
“I’m not talking nonsense, you are the official substitute team member, understand that the minimum rank for substitute team members is Major General. Your position hasn’t reached that yet. The only reason you haven’t been appointed as a Major General is that your experience and resume are not sufficient, but your path is already paved; even if you do nothing, you could get promoted while lying down. For others, hoping for promotion involves various assessments, not only having to establish merit and age but also having to manage some affairs.”
Mo Baoke said with great envy.
“That’s an exaggeration.”
Su Mo was somewhat speechless.
“Not an exaggeration at all, I’m speaking the truth. So even though you’re now a Major, with your status as a substitute, even those generals out there have to give you some deference.”
Mo Baoke stated confidently.
“Okay, Captain Mo Baoke, I need to head over to the GT core department now.”
Su Mo coughed to break the conversation.
“Just call me Xiao Mo; you’re the commander here. And you do whatever you need to do, no need to tell me.”
Mo Baoke flattered shamelessly.
Su Mo couldn’t stand it and waved to people like Kolev.
“Gentlemen, I’m leaving now.”
Kolev led the group in shouting, “Commander, take care!”
Su Mo was momentarily stunned; at that moment, he realized that his status had indeed changed. However, he didn’t say much and went straight toward the core area of the GT department.
After a long while, Su Mo arrived at the entrance of the G3 zone.
He saw the area heavily guarded with rows of second-generation Black Steel Mechas standing on both sides.
At that moment, Su Mo saw Qian Chengxue standing quietly at the entrance, seemingly waiting for a long time.
He hurriedly quickened his steps to approach her.
“I came to pick you up, it’s difficult to get in otherwise.”
Qian Chengxue’s fair face revealed a bright smile, she seemed to be in a very good mood.
Su Mo got a bit mesmerized for a moment.
Qian Chengxue asked, puzzled, as she noticed Su Mo frozen in place.
“Cough cough, nothing, let’s go in.”
Su Mo came back to his senses, coughing to cover his embarrassment.
“Let me introduce you. This area is G3, an activity zone for formal members. Technically, we shouldn’t be here without a reason, but there’s a special approval from above for you and me to enter this area anytime.”
Qian Chengxue led Su Mo further inside.
The guards, all NCOs, saluted solemnly.
“Why is it an exception for us?”
“That’s because we have mechas here. How could we pilot them if they didn’t allow us access?”
“Wait, are you saying that my Gluttonous Mecha was also sent here?”
Su Mo responded with some surprise; in fact, he had been thinking about whether Jialan meant it when he said he would give the Glutton the Mecha, but since he hadn’t heard anything for a while, he felt hesitant to ask—it turned out, it was here.
“Exactly, all fourth-generation mechas are usually kept here for maintenance and care. Look over there.”
Qian Chengxue led Su Mo further inside while pointing to the side.
There, a fourth-generation Biological Mecha named Ganks was severely damaged, held by various fixed shackles. Several mechanics were busily working on it.
Further beyond, another fourth-generation Biological Mecha, the Dark Red Apostle, stood beside, also undergoing major repairs.