Chapter Eleven
“Grandpa is attending the meeting. I just sent you to Russia to study, and you became a general in four years?”
“General Su, Mr. Wei asks you to come in.”
The secretary came over and said to Su Bing Sheng, who was looking anxious.
Su Bing Sheng was quite familiar with Mr. Wei's secretary. Hearing this, he asked in a low voice: “Xiao Li, what's going on inside?”
Li, the secretary, was not young. Being able to serve as Mr. Wei's secretary meant he was high-ranking, over forty years old, close to fifty.
But in front of Su Bing Sheng, he was still considered a junior.
Su Bing Sheng calling him Xiao Li was not a problem.
Li, the secretary, was taken aback, not understanding what Su Bing Sheng meant.
As Mr. Wei’s secretary, he knew about Su Yuan’s situation, and quite a lot about it.
Su Yuan served as a lieutenant general in the Russian Air Force, being valued by that one. Now, the Great Xia Air Force was weak, and Mr. Wei also wanted to develop the Air Force. Keeping Su Yuan in the country to develop it, to be honest, was a good thing, a great thing for the Su family!
If Su Yuan stayed in Great Xia, with Mr. Wei's emphasis on the Air Force, a lieutenant general was definitely guaranteed.
A twenty-two-year-old lieutenant general, in any country in the world, would be the most shining star.
Why did General Su’s tone seem a little off?
“General Su, what do you want to ask?”
Li, the secretary, looked confused.
“It's just about that good-for-nothing son of mine...”
Su Bing Sheng sighed. Family matters should not be spread outside, and he didn't want to probe these things with Li, the secretary.
But, going in clueless, he was on edge, and he was a bit nervous.
“Su Yuan?”
Li, the secretary, asked tentatively. Seeing that Su Bing Sheng did not deny it, he immediately smiled and said: “General Su, rest assured, it's good news, great news!”
Good news?
Su Bing Sheng was even more confused.
Wang Jun He said it was great news, and he didn’t quite believe it, but now, Mr. Wei's secretary was also saying it was great news.
Could it really be good news?
In his memory, that spoiled grandson hadn't done anything outrageous this time, but instead did something good enough to attract Mr. Wei’s attention?
Honestly, he didn't quite believe it, wanting to inquire further, but at that moment, Li, the secretary, urged: “General Su, why don't you go in first? If you have any questions, you can ask Mr. Wei. I can't really talk about this.”
Su Bing Sheng’s expression was complex, he could only suppress his doubts, nodded, and pushed the door open and entered.
“Bing Sheng is here, have a seat.”
As soon as Su Bing Sheng came in, Mr. Wei pointed to the sofa not far away, motioning for Su Bing Sheng to sit down and talk.
Mr. Wei had spoken, even if Su Bing Sheng had countless doubts, he could only temporarily suppress them, went to the sofa next to him and sat down, then nodded and greeted Wang Jun He and the others.
After sitting down, Su Bing Sheng did not delay, and spoke immediately: “Mr. Wei, this time I came…”
“I know what you want to say, what you want to ask. About Su Yuan, you’ll know after attending the meeting tomorrow.”
Su Bing Sheng’s words were cut off by Mr. Wei: “The one from Russia is coming for a state visit, you know this. Comrade Bing Sheng is also an old acquaintance with that one. Tomorrow is a good time to meet.”
“As for Su Yuan’s situation, you'll know after attending the meeting tomorrow.”
At this moment, even with all his helplessness and doubts, Su Bing Sheng could only smile wryly and nod.
…
On the other side.
Ye Wen Qin couldn’t get through to Su Hai, so she could only call Su Yuan again.
This time, the call went through.
As soon as it connected, Ye Wen Qin was stunned and immediately asked, “Xiao Yuan, what happened? Even General Wang Jun He and Mr. Wei have noticed, Grandpa was so angry that he ran straight to Mr. Wei.”
Su Yuan was taken aback, then he sighed with a wry smile.
Grandpa knowing about this beforehand was within his expectations.
However, involving matters related to Russia, before he communicated with that one, as a soldier, he could only keep it hidden: "Mom, nothing happened. I'll explain it to Grandpa when I get back."
“Xiao Yuan, did you do anything that made Grandpa angry in Russia?”
Seeing that Su Yuan didn’t want to say anything, Ye Wen Qin asked tentatively.
Su Yuan walked to the window, looked out at the cars and pedestrians, and sighed: "Mom, I really don't know how to explain this to you. Can I tell you when I get back?"
Su Yuan's insistence left Ye Wen Qin with mixed feelings, but she could only do so.
She hung up the phone in a hurry, and Su Yuan thought for a long time.
“This matter still needs to be solved by myself.”
Su Yuan muttered to himself.
The situation of the Great Xia Air Force, four years ago, he might not have known much about.
But in Russia, as an air force flight instructor, and now holding a high position, he couldn't say he was familiar with the air forces of all countries in the world, but he knew a lot about them.
Looking at the world, the Great Xia Air Force had a strong comprehensive strength, steadily ranked in the top five.
The only deficiency was the lack of strategic pilots.
To put it simply, they had yet to cultivate a top ace pilot.
The lack of top pilots made Su Yuan's current identity crucial in Great Xia.
You know, he was not just a top ace pilot, but more importantly, he was the chief instructor of the Russian Air Force.
This identity was too important for the current Great Xia Air Force.
As long as he could stay in Great Xia, he could at least raise the Great Xia Air Force's strength by one level, reaching the level of an air force power.
Su Yuan knew that as long as he stayed, all his troubles would be solved.
However, the one from Russia had shown him kindness, and just staying like this without mentioning it to that one, to be honest, he couldn't pass that hurdle in his heart.
On the other side.
The Emperor’s room.
Several Russian bigwigs were present.
Logically, for such a small meeting, Su Yuan, who was accompanying them, should also be present.
However, this time, the few people were discussing Su Yuan.
“Your Majesty, we need to pay attention to Chief Instructor Su Yuan. We know the situation of the Great Xia Air Force, and the possibility of Su Yuan staying there is very high.”
“Indeed, General Su Yuan’s talent in flight is well-known, if he could dedicate ten years to the Russian Air Force, perhaps our Russian Air Force could become the top in the world.”
“General Su Yuan cannot stay in Great Xia.”
…
None of the people present wanted Su Yuan to stay in Great Xia.
Ten years, the top in the world, such a temptation, no general could resist it.
However, the Emperor’s attitude towards this matter was unexpected by everyone.
“Why force Su back to Russia?”
“Be more magnanimous, helping someone in need is more memorable than embellishing what is already prosperous.”
“Your Majesty…”
The Emperor raised his hand to stop the speaker, a deep smile on his face: “I know what you want to say, but have you considered whether the Great Xia Air Force really relies on Su alone to become strong?”
“To put it another way, does the Great Xia Air Force need Su in order to become strong?”
“No, they already have advanced training models, advanced fourth-generation aircraft, the Great Xia Air Force becoming strong is just a matter of time. Su Yuan's existence will only shorten this time.”
“Besides, if Great Xia really wants to keep Su, what can we do?”
“More importantly, whether Su wants to stay or not, if he wants to stay, even if we bring him back to Russia, what's the point?”
“It’s better to be generous and let him stay. One person, holding military positions in two countries, there is no precedent, so let Su be this precedent.”
The Emperor spoke eloquently.
The people present were amazed and wide-eyed.
The Emperor’s magnanimity was truly incomparable to theirs.
Su Yuan, who had not yet had the chance to approach the Emperor, learned of this matter, and his expression became complicated.
He had prepared a lot to persuade that one.
He didn't expect that one from Russia was so magnanimous, far beyond his imagination.
Daring to say "Let Su be this precedent", if not unprecedented, then at least unprecedented in modern times.
…
The next day.
An important meeting officially began at nine o’clock in the morning.
Involving friendly cooperation between two countries, both sides were highly 重视.
The two leaders arrived at the venue early, before the meeting began, they constantly whispered to each other, striving for ideological unity, making it easier for those below to discuss specific cooperation methods.
Soon, Wang Jun He and others from the Great Xia side also arrived.
Su Bing Sheng was among them.
After taking his seat, Su Bing Sheng glanced at the two leaders who were whispering, squinted his eyes, turned his head and looked at Wang Jun He: “Jun He, the meeting is about to begin, should you tell me clearly what's going on now?”
Su Bing Sheng couldn’t wait any longer.
“Wait a bit, you’ll know when the Russian delegation arrives.”
Wang Jun He said directly.
“By the way, is the old leader’s heart okay?”
Su Bing Sheng frowned.
Wang Jun He chuckled: “Old leader, I mean no disrespect. I just worry that when the Russian delegation arrives, you won’t be able to accept the situation at first.”
Su Bing Sheng squinted, a little confused, but he didn't ask any further.
At this moment, the door on the other side of the meeting room was pushed open.
Wang Jun He knew that the Russian delegation had arrived, and Su Yuan was among them. He subconsciously looked over there.
Sure enough, Su Yuan walked in with the others.
He moved his gaze away from Su Yuan, glanced meaningfully at Su Bing Sheng who seemed to have something on his mind, then nudged him with his arm: “Old leader, what are you thinking about? They're here.”
“Who’s here?”
Su Bing Sheng asked subconsciously.
“The Russian delegation is here.”
Wang Jun He pointed his chin: “Old leader, aren’t you curious? You can see for yourself. You’ll know after seeing.”
“So mysterious…”
Seeing Wang Jun He’s attitude, Su Bing Sheng also rolled his eyes, then turned his head and looked towards the Russian delegation that was walking in.
His gaze swept across everyone.
Among the delegation, there were familiar faces and strangers.
Especially the Russian military personnel, Su Bing Sheng was familiar with them. He had interacted with many of them more than once.
Seeing these people, Su Bing Sheng felt a mixture of emotions.
In the few years since his retirement, many of his old Russian friends had also aged, no longer as lively as before, but they were still spirited.
His gaze gradually shifted from the group of old men to the young figure.
At first, Su Bing Sheng couldn't recognize him.
After all, Su Yuan had been studying in Russia for four years. In three or four years, his appearance might not have changed much, but these four years were enough for a person’s temperament to undergo a drastic change.
But on closer inspection, a sense of familiarity hit him like a wave.
Su Bing Sheng's brows furrowed even deeper.
So familiar!
Familiar to the core!
That feeling of blood ties was impossible to shake off.
Wang Jun He, who was beside him, didn't notice Su Bing Sheng’s expression. Seeing that Su Bing Sheng hadn’t spoken for a long time, he sighed: “Do you find it unbelievable?”
Before Su Bing Sheng could react, he heard Wang Jun He continue: “To be honest, when I saw him for the first time, I was more shocked than you. At the age of twenty, he already achieved such high achievements in Russia. If he could stay in Great Xia…”
“Tsk, tsk, how can Great Xia not be strong?”
Wang Jun He sighed and murmured in a low voice.
“Old leader, whether Su Yuan can stay in Great Xia really depends on you.”
“Su Yuan?”
Wang Jun He’s words struck Su Bing Sheng like a thunderbolt.
Wang Jun He seemed to have heard the sound of swallowing saliva, and then, he saw Su Bing Sheng turn his head to look at Su Yuan with an incredulous expression, his breathing becoming increasingly rapid.
Su Yuan!
This name was too familiar to Su Bing Sheng.
His grandson, the grandson he sent to Russia to study.
Now he’s a member of the Russian delegation for a state visit?
“Old leader, your grandson is highly valued by that one from Russia now.”
Wang Jun He's words completely stunned Su Bing Sheng.
Valued by the Emperor?
His good-for-nothing grandson became the Emperor’s interpreter?
This…
Su Bing Sheng laughed, a little relieved.
Finally, his grandson did something to make him happy.
Of course, there was also a bit of bad news.
After all, his whole family’s identities were special. Su Yuan serving as the interpreter for the Russian leader was a bit problematic.
But it wasn’t a big problem.
He could solve it.
As for keeping Su Yuan, was it seemingly unnecessary?
Su Bing Sheng was a bit puzzled.
Su Yuan was just an interpreter, even though he was the interpreter for the Russian leader, no matter how much he was valued by that one, it didn't change the fact that he was just an interpreter.
Just an interpreter, how could it be related to whether Great Xia could be strong or not?
He couldn't figure it out, Su Bing Sheng turned to Wang Jun He, squinting his eyes and said: “Jun He, an interpreter, isn't that important, right?”
“Su Yuan’s existence is just a bridge for communication between the two countries.”
Shaking his head, Su Bing Sheng obviously didn't agree with Wang Jun He’s words.
“No, wait, Old leader, you might have misunderstood me.”
Wang Jun He quickly said: “Su Yuan is not that one’s interpreter, let me introduce him to you!”
“Su Yuan, twenty-two years old, recipient of the Russian First Class Military Valor Medal, Chief Instructor of the Russian Air Force, Lieutenant General rank!”
Wang Jun He introduced seriously.
Recipient of the Russian First Class Military Valor Medal?
Chief Instructor of the Russian Air Force?
Lieutenant General rank?
“Wait!!!”
Only at this moment did Su Bing Sheng finally react. He was completely shocked, his outstretched hand suddenly grabbed Wang Jun He’s arm, and the look of horror on his face became even more obvious.
Damn it!
What the hell?
My grandson Su Yuan became a Lieutenant General of the Russian Air Force?
Is this real?
Su Bing Sheng was so incredulous that he was completely stunned by these few words.
His mind was buzzing.
I just sent you to Russia to study, and you became a general in four years?