Yan Chenggong opened his eyes and looked at Lao Bai, showing a smile that was uglier than crying.
"Thanks."
"You owe me your life."
"good."
Yan Chenggong didn't ask Lao Bai why he didn't kill him, and Lao Bai didn't ask who told Yan Chenggong to do so.
Lao Bai put away his gun, and Yan successfully put on the folded tunic.
It was as if nothing had happened.
"Boss, are you executing as planned?"
"Business as usual."
Yan Chenggong nodded, but did not leave neatly as usual.
"What else is there?" Lao Bai frowned.
"You definitely don't believe me when I say surrender, and I don't believe it myself either." Yan Chenggong looked at Lao Bai: "You will be a good leader, and so will Chen Mo."
Lao Bai understood what Yan Chenggong meant and smiled.
"I used to be a member of the Resistance Army on my home planet, but not only the Resistance Army has lofty ideals. Work for me, work for Chen Mo. Maybe one day, you will find that it is also a good choice."
"Maybe." Yan Chenggong thought for a moment and asked seriously: "If you die and Chen Mo is still alive, will you let the lioness kill me before you die?"
"Will."
"What if Xu Tiegong dies?"
This time Lao Bai was silent for a long time.
"I have no idea."
"clear."
Yan Chenggong nodded heavily upon hearing this and left the bar.
The lioness breathed a sigh of relief.
She could smell a strong smell of danger in Yan Chenggong. If she really took action, she really wasn't sure about protecting Bai Zhouquan.
"Commander of the Corps, why are you keeping him?"
Lao Bai poured a glass of whiskey and drank it in one gulp.
"Leave a way out for Xiao Mo."
…
In less than three days, Yan successfully recruited a total of 500 new people from District H and sent them to Lao Bai.
The gathering place for new recruits is still the city administration, but this time the enlistment review is no longer under the city administration, and is solely the responsibility of the militia.
Lao Bai was not wearing casual clothes. He was wearing the uniform of the commander of the city-owned corps issued by the Donghuang Corps.
The old white man's hair and beard have been carefully trimmed, his robotic arms and exoskeleton armored legs add to his military aura, and he has a black pipe in his mouth.
The title of Imperial College was shining brightly on his shoulders.
Next to him is a lioness wearing the same uniform and with short hair.
Standing behind the lioness is Zheng Qiuhong, who has a fragile body and a determined look.
Following them are Jiang Zhanjun, Anjing, Gu Shuang and Fuyukawa Masami. Their military rank is company captain.
Lao Bai smoked his pipe and nodded to Jiang Zhanjun.
Jiang Zhanjun came out and took over the roster from the veteran who had followed him all the way from F113.
"Jian Chenglong!"
"arrive!"
"Wei Dalin!"
"arrive!"
A voice that was not loud responded to Jiang Zhanjun.
There were nine pages in the roster, and Jiang Zhanjun was drooling before he finished calling the names.
Five hundred people, no more than no one less, were all present. Yan Chenggong's execution ability was evident.
After the roll call was completed, Jiang Zhanjun returned to the team. Lao Bai took the microphone and took two steps forward.
Patting the microphone, Lao Bai glanced downwards.
Stronger than ever.
Like an old sword unsheathed.
"We are called the Kote Militia, but there has never been a precedent for a city-owned militia in central and northern China, and Kote does not need two corps."
Listening to Lao Bai's unclear instructions, the newcomers were confused but not at all disturbed.
Presumably Yan Chenggong has briefly trained this group of people in advance.
If Yan Chenggong hadn't had other important tasks, Lao Bai would have really wanted to transfer him over to train these newcomers.
"Our designation is the Cote Militia Regiment, but in fact, our armaments and military expenses are all paid for by me, the regiment leader, out of my own pocket."
The newcomers remained quiet.
"All of you are my private army. You will enjoy the formal establishment and the same or even better treatment than other corps members, but you must also have the awareness to fight at any time and face unknown enemies." Lao Bai said almost
He said without changing his expression: "You are not the veteran soldiers of other regiments. I will do my best to turn each of you into an elite. Even if one day you feel tired and want to quit, you still have the ability to eat. In addition,
In addition to the urban administration subsidy when I quit, I will also receive a generous subsidy based on the length of service."
Some newcomers are eager to give it a try, while others have complex expressions.
"So, if you still want to join the militia group, please confirm with Colonel Jiang. The rest can leave on their own and collect travel expenses from President Yan."
There was a commotion among the crowd for the first time, and after a short discussion, less than fifty people chose to leave.
The remaining people turned to Jiang Zhanjun to confirm their registration.
Lao Bai nodded with satisfaction and turned to the lioness.
"Simply screen the people and let Nie Bo review them carefully."
"clear."
"Screen out a few thorns at the dead center of the physical test card to let them know that this opportunity is hard-won."
"clear."
Lao Bai was very relieved about the lioness and asked her to get started while he entered the city administration hall wearing the official uniform of the Corps.
Someone has been waiting on the side for a long time. It is Hu Jun who supported Lu Diping during the Kote Rebellion.
Hu Jun greeted Lao Bai with a smile.
Thanks to Lao Bai and others, he was directly transferred from Area H, a bad place with no supervision, to the Uptown Law Enforcement Department.
Although the document given by Lu Diping was that Hu Jun was demoted from the director of the District H Law Enforcement Department to the deputy director of the Shangcheng District Law Enforcement Department because of his poor supervision, which led to Chen Mo's failure to report to the City Law Enforcement Administration when he left District H, causing a tragedy, but he understands
Everyone knows that this is a smooth rise to success.
The director of District H is Zheng Qi, the former deputy director of District H.
Lao Bai patted Hu Jun on the shoulder.
"Are you still used to staying in the uptown area?"
"It's okay, but the pace of life is a bit too fast and I'm not used to it." Hu Jun smiled and said, "Come on, Commander White, the city lord is waiting."
Lao Bai nodded.
All the way to the newly renovated city lord's office, Lu Diping was sitting at his desk, instructing the new secretary to organize documents. When he saw Lao Bai coming, he quickly got up and responded.
"Mr. White."
"City Lord Lu."
Two strong hands were clasped together.
After letting the secretary and Hu Jun leave, Lu Diping personally made a pot of tea for Lao Bai.
"Mr. White, I have been working on urban reconstruction since Chen Mo left. I haven't had time to formally thank you yet."
"It's nothing." Lao Bai shook his head: "When you let Xiao Mo go, I didn't even thank you."
Lu Diping laughed heartily.
Lao Bai is not confused, he knows everything, even if he doesn’t say it, he will keep it in his heart.
"Mr. White..."
"Just call me Lao Bai."
Lu Diping was stunned for a moment, and then understood.
"Okay, Lao Bai."
Lao Bai smiled.
"I thank you, not just for helping me win back the position of city lord. I also want to thank you for having the courage to let Chen Mo stand up and really destroy Lin Ping and his group." Lu Diping said seriously:
"Lin Ping wants to eat up Hex, and wants to turn many companies in Kot City into people named Lin. Donghuang can't interfere in the place, and the Governor's Office turns a blind eye. In this case, if you and his son hadn't stood up, Kot
The city's businesses and people will become fish meat in the Lin family's mouth."
Lao Bai interrupted Lu Diping.
"Although it's rude to interrupt at this time, it's not only us and my father who have come forward, but also many people from Shiraishi."
"I understand, I'm sorry for not being able to attend the funeral, but I was at the Governor's Palace at the time..."
"understand."
"I will add three additional medals of martyrdom."
"I'll thank them three first."
Lu Diping put down his tea cup, stood up and bowed solemnly to Lao Bai.
"On behalf of all Cote's energy companies and all Cote's people who are unaware but protected by you, I would like to thank you, father and son."
The old man's nose was a bit sore after being done by this hand.
He didn't know how much of what Lu Diping said was true, but it was really useful.
"I'm serious, City Master Lu." Lao Bai quickly lifted up Lu Diping: "Let's not deal with this nonsense."
Lu Diping didn't show any pretense. After standing up, he motioned to Lao Bai to sit down quickly and sat back on the chair.
"Then tell the truth."
"good."
"I invite you to come to the city government this time not only to talk about the militia, but I also want to ask you something."
"you say."
"The renovation of District H has to be put on the agenda. District H has a vast area and a large population. It has always been an integral part of Cote City. I had this plan before Lin Ping came here, but I have never been able to implement it. Now Cote City
The dust has settled internally, and we have to start planning for the people's survival."
When Lao Bai heard this, he frowned slightly.
"How does City Master Lu want to deal with it?"
"The people gathered in District H are originally people who cannot survive. If the land is expropriated, it will inevitably lead to another turmoil, but if we buy the land... the city government is not rich now. The only thing we can hope for is to allocate housing to let people
Several consortiums have joined forces to do this. After the control of District H is restored, the illegal crimes in Xiacheng District will be reduced by at least half. Then if the income of the city government allows, I will go further..."
"These are long-term solutions, not immediate matters."
"Indeed, but it is a top priority for the Polymer Consortium to start the renovation of Area H."
"so…"
"So I want you to nominate this leader."
Lao Bai's brows knitted together.
"Me? Why me?"
"Only you have this appeal. Now, not only District H, but the entire Cote City regard you as a hero." Lu Diping said bluntly: "I want to use your influence to accomplish what I want to do but have never been able to do.
It’s done.”
"Why now?"
"The Kete Mine is about to attract investment for the second time, and this time without Jiangyin City, it is the easiest time to do things." Lu Diping thought for a while, sighed and added: "Actually, there is another reason."
"What?"
"People's memory is short. They will only remember you well when they regard you as a hero. Maybe half a year or even a month later, when the heat of Lin Ping's execution has passed, people will gradually forget what you and your father and son did for Kurt.
contribution.”
Harsh and unpleasant.
But it's true.
Lao Bai was silent for a while.
"Who do you want me to recommend?"
"Hex."
"What's the reason?"
"The reform of District H and returning to the embrace of urban government will definitely be profitable. I will provide policy support to District H and ensure that a number of businesses will be relocated. But the difficulty is, how can people believe that I am not a blank check? How can I make people believe that I am not a blank check?
People have seen that real estate and road sales in District H can be profitable." Lu Diping poured out the cold tea in front of Lao Bai and made another cup: "I need someone who can believe in me and is willing to support me to take the lead.
.”
Lao Bai thought for a moment.
"I am only responsible for pulling the strings. Although I am a Hex shareholder, the real decision-making power lies in the hands of President Su and President Chu. Only with their nod can the project be implemented."
"Of course, I'd be very grateful if you could pull the strings." Lu Diping nodded: "By the way, is the reorganization of the militia still going well?"
"It went well." Lao Bai tasted the tea in front of him.
I can only say that it is pretty good, but not far from great.
I don’t know if Lu Diping did this deliberately, but at least now it seems that he can be regarded as a good city lord.
"Although the document from the Governor's Office states that the militia will bear all military expenses on its own, if necessary, I can ask at any time. As long as it is within my ability, the city government will definitely help."
Lao Bai raised his eyebrows, and the lines on his head were so thick that they could kill a fly.
"City Master Lu, I don't take this as a courtesy. If you say it, I really believe it."
"certainly."
Lu Diping agreed immediately, but looking at the twinkling in Lao Bai's eyes, he subconsciously felt that something was wrong.
"Can we discuss something?"
"Uh...you say."
"Weren't all the mechanical operators of the Terrorist Explosive Brigade scrapped before? I heard that when the Changfeng prosthetic body was returned to the factory, they said it was not covered by the warranty and that repairs would cost a lot of money."
"…right."
"Now the city government can't afford to repair it, so why not declare it to be scrapped, Hex will be responsible for destroying it, and you can purchase a new batch."
Lu Diping smiled bitterly.
"Brother, you can't just come up and play so big."
"I think Mr. Su and Mr. Chu will not refuse profitable projects."
"..."
The expression on Lu Diping's face was so wonderful that he almost blurted out, "Old man, how dare you do this."
After a while, Lu Diping adjusted his facial expression.
"I think it's okay."
"safe."
Lao Bai made an OK gesture.
Lu Diping called his secretary, shook hands with Lao Bai vigorously, and motioned for the secretary to take photos.
This photo will appear on the headlines tomorrow.
…
The screening criteria for the Cote Militia are similar to the recruitment requirements when Cote City opened a mine.
It is divided into physical test, written test and interview.
There are seven physical tests in total, namely weightlifting, cross-country running, pull-ups, standing long jump, 100-meter return run, obstacle run and high jump.
Considering that living in Xiacheng District all year round, it is inevitable to be malnourished or even have underlying diseases, so the standards are still relaxed.
However, the physical fitness of these newcomers is surprisingly good. Yan Chenggong must have been screened in advance.
Only a dozen people were eliminated because they failed the physical examination.
The written test is also very simple.
Basic intelligence test, and some faith questions.
As long as the number of literacy numbers is not too different and you can count and count, you will be given.
The final round of interviews was screened by Nie Bo.
In addition to some basic faith questions, it also asked new people about their sense of belonging to the militia.
Except for some people who plan to eat and wait to die, the rest is not a big problem.
The test lasted for three full days, and 393 people were finally selected from the 452 people registered.
After being mixed with the previous 86 veterans, the reorganized Cote Militia Regiment has a total of 479 people, which is not far behind the original target of 500 people.
However, as the Corps is rebuilt, more people will join in the future, and Lao Bai is very satisfied with this number.
Four hundred and seventy-nine people, based on the minimum allowance, the annual allowance alone would exceed 20 million. If it hadn't been for the investment in Hex, I'm afraid the Whitestone Group really wouldn't have the capital.
However, Hex also understood what this corps was used for, so Chu Zihan declared that Hex would support the militia with 10 million yuan per year in the name of weapons trial.
