Mercenary’s War
Chapter 1091 - 1091 One Thousand and Seventy-Four High Official Generous Emoluments

1091: Chapter One Thousand and Seventy-Four: High Official, Generous Emoluments 1091: Chapter One Thousand and Seventy-Four: High Official, Generous Emoluments Marshall personally visited the hospital.

What Marshall was more eager to see were his direct subordinate troops.

Unfortunately, members of the Special Forces who were injured were undergoing treatment, those with severe injuries were busy saving their lives, and Farouk and the others were under military orders.

After the battle was fought, they had to return to the base, which is the airport.

Only the wounded remained in the hospital.

Satan’s freedom was much greater.

After the battle was over, they could return to the airport if they wished or come to the hospital as they pleased.

When Marshall arrived at the hospital, he could only express his condolences to soldiers with minor injuries.

After delivering an inspiring speech, the highest-ranking person he could meet was Gao Yang.

When Marshall saw Gao Yang, his face was full of excitement and agitation.

Since he made the trip to the hospital in the middle of the night, he had no intention of remaining reserved.

“Colonel Gongyang, under your command, we have welcomed another long-awaited great victory.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you!

And I must express my gratitude for everything you have done!”

After returning a salute to Marshall, Gao Yang grasped Marshall’s hand and said solemnly, “Thank you.”

Marshall waved his hand and raised his voice slightly, “The wounded will receive the best care.

They are all heroes and deserve the best care.

Colonel Gongyang, do you have any requests?”

Gao Yang shook his head, “Aside from properly handling the wounded and the bodies of the fallen, I have no other requests at the moment.”

Marshall exhaled and said in a heavy tone, “I have already received the report.

This battle was indeed arduous, and the casualties were too high.

The victory was hard-won.

But your actions dealt a great blow to the enemy.

The sacrifices were great, but they were necessary.

Without sacrifice, there is no victory!”

Marshall spoke with great emotion, but Gao Yang found it hard to be enthusiastic.

The reason was simple: this was Syria’s war, not his, and he had no desire to trade his own sacrifices for Syria’s victory.

After politely agreeing with Marshall’s words, Gao Yang didn’t know what to say next.

If Marshall had brought anything substantial in addition to his condolences, such as actual rewards, Gao Yang would have been more pleased.

The Satan Mercenary Corps had bled profusely in this battle.

Although there was no prior agreement on how much to pay the mercenaries hired for this fight, given Gao Yang’s character, plus those who showed exceptional combat strength despite being mere mercenaries, he certainly couldn’t skimp when it came to paying them afterward.

Not many mercenaries are willing to fight to the death, but all those who fought for money this time showed an uncommon military spirit.

Li Yunzhe fell and rose again, fell and rose, until he was seriously injured and fell to the ground, unable to move.

Aside from Li Yunzhe, every one of Gao Yang’s employees displayed extreme bravery.

They did not hesitate when it was time to step up, and in the face of danger, no one retreated an inch.

There were none who tried to shirk their duties by hiding in a safe place until the battle ended.

Like Red Feather, like Wild Man, each and every one of them did well.

The mercenaries were willing to hold out to the end, even in situations where they might lose their lives.

Why?

It was certainly not just because Gao Yang was generous with money beforehand.

Money alone cannot buy someone’s life.

The main reason was the deep friendship that Gao Yang and the entire Satan Mercenary Corps had established with these mercenaries who came to fight for money.

Now that the battle was over and it was time for rewards, considering the camaraderie forged through life-and-death struggles, Gao Yang’s bonus couldn’t be small.

The bonus for each person might not be much, but when added together, it was a significant sum, and this money had to come from the Satan Mercenary Corps.

If Marshall were willing to put up a substantial amount of money, Gao Yang would be pleased and would have been more spirited to discuss the meaning of sacrifice with Marshall.

Unfortunately, Marshall showed not the slightest inclination to open his wallet.

With no interest in further discussion, Marshall was quite enthusiastic as he finished speaking with Gao Yang.

Assuming the posture of a superior, Marshall shook hands with the people from Satan and those mercenaries, expressing his condolences and gratitude.

Shaking hands one by one, occasionally patting someone’s shoulder as a gesture of encouragement—this practice might be very effective with Syrian soldiers, but it was utterly meaningless to a group of mercenaries.

To preserve one’s homeland or based on national righteousness, these mercenaries had nothing to do with such things.

Why bother with such useless chatter?

Therefore, Marshall did not receive the response he expected.

Those who shook hands with him showed no sign of being flattered.

On the contrary, they engaged in brief conversations with Marshall with an air of equality, and the entire consolation process ended like that.

After finishing the insubstantial condolences, Gao Yang thought Marshall, who had come to make a fuss, would leave.

Instead, Marshall gave him a gentle wave, gestured an invitation with his hand, and spoke softly, “Colonel Gongyang, please join me for a moment.

I have some important matters to discuss with you.”

Gao Yang briefed the people next to him, instructing them to notify him of any new developments, and then he removed his rifle and some of the heavier equipment.

However, he did not take off his handgun, and Marshall’s guards expressed no objections.

Walking alongside Marshall, they took the elevator up several floors, and Gao Yang was led into an office.

The office was luxurious.

After Marshall took the seat of honor, he invited Gao Yang to sit down and went straight to the point.

“Colonel, tonight’s operation was very successful and crucial.

Currently, we have launched a full-scale attack on the positions controlled by IS, and the results look very promising.

The vanguard has already reached the battlefield where you engaged in combat.

If everything goes as planned, the enemy won’t be able to retrieve their bodies so quickly, and we can make a more precise assessment of your achievements.”

Gao Yang didn’t know what Marshall meant by this, so he could only respond with a smile, “This will be a great victory, congratulations to you.”

Marshall waved his hand dismissively, stood up from his chair, and said while walking, “The key to this victory is clear to all of us.

Your beheading operation first crippled the enemy’s command, and that was the most important part.”

Marshall stopped walking and said seriously, “The operation had heavy casualties.

The Special Forces suffered especially grave losses, which is related to them being deployed to the battlefield for the first time.

However, despite the heavy losses, the achievements are substantial.

From this battle alone, it is evident the key role that a powerful Special Forces unit can play.”

Marshall was beating around the bush, and Gao Yang didn’t know how to respond.

He could only spread his hands and say, “So what?”

With a firm look, Marshall waved his hand and declared, “That’s why we must continue to adopt this combat method!

Expand the size, increase the numbers, to play a larger role!”

Gao Yang simply stopped talking and waited for Marshall to reveal what he was planning.

Marshall sat back down, his eyes fixed on Gao Yang, and said in a deep voice, “My country also has Special Forces, but they have never demonstrated the capabilities your team has.

So, I believe that the Commander is key!”

Gao Yang didn’t say anything because what Marshall said was obvious; a good soldier comes from a good leader, and it would be odd if the commander were not key.

Marshall stated the obvious with utmost seriousness, and Gao Yang knew that the conversation was shifting towards him.

Indeed, Marshall leaned forward slightly and said gravely, “Gongyang, I know you’re only helping us fight temporarily.

Now, I want to know if you could work for Syria, for me, on a long-term basis!”

Gao Yang let out a wry smile.

Marshall really dared to make such an offer.

Before Gao Yang could refuse, Marshall immediately continued in a firm voice, “If you agree to stay, I will immediately grant you the rank of Major General, not just an honorary rank.

You will have everything a division commander has.

The Republican Guard can immediately establish a light-equipped Special Forces unit, with the highest command arranged according to that of a division commander.

And you, you will be the highest commander of this force!

Personnel, you select and recruit on your own!

Equipment, whatever you request, I will try my utmost to fulfill!

There is only one condition, as long as you take Syrian nationality and formally join our military, everything else won’t be a problem!

Furthermore, your people, you decide their positions!

Anyone who wants to stay can become a senior military officer in my country just like you, no, even a senior commander!”

Gao Yang was slightly stunned.

Marshall was indeed offering quite generously, but could he agree?

Of course not, it was utterly impossible.

Gao Yang shrugged and smiled, “General, I feel your sincerity, but I think there’s no need for you to do this.

Your country already has enough excellent officers to command Special Operations.”

Marshall shook his head and replied, “No, their experience and perspectives are too limited.

Given enough time, they might grow into qualified Special Operations commanders, but what we lack right now is time.”

“And there’s Russia.

Forgive my bluntness, but if you make a request, I believe that Russia would be willing to offer assistance to your country, right?”

Marshall crossed his hands and fell silent for a long while before finally saying with gravity, “Some things don’t need to be spelled out too clearly.

I think you understand.

Russia is the biggest support for my country to maintain the current situation.

Without Russia’s support, Syria’s airspace would have become a no-fly zone like Libya and Iraq by now.

Launching a plane would result in NATO shooting it down.

My brother and I would have been ousted from power.

But, Russia can be Syria’s backup, yet currently, Russia has no plans for direct combat.”

Even if Russia were to send some people to train Syrians in secret, like how Peter and his team did, it would be okay, but to let a Russian become the highest commander of a Syrian force, that wouldn’t work.

Russians commanding Syrian troops would consider Russian interests, and merely based on that, Marshall would not hand over the command of his elite Special Forces.

As for Gao Yang, without any ties, by taking Syrian nationality and formally joining the Syrian army, Marshall would find it convenient and reassuring to use him.

(To be continued.

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