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Chapter 848: Unparalleled Honor
Chapter 848: Unparalleled Honor
Nian Fuli and his family returned to the inspection station in a lively manner. As they reached their off-road vehicle, Nian Qian let out a surprised exclamation. After loading their luggage, he circled the car a couple of times, admiring it.
"Cousin, you've got yourself a nice ride here. If I'm not mistaken, this is the 'Courtyard Guardian' from Fengduan Corporation. It's their most low-key model, capable of running for a full day and night in complex terrain on a single tank of gas. This baby must be worth at least three to four hundred thousand, right?"
Chen Chuan wasn't very familiar with this vehicle. It was given to him by the Government Hall when they presented him with the villa, and there were other cars in the garage as well—sedans and off-road vehicles. This time, on their return to Yangzhi, he had brought this seemingly inconspicuous yet practical car.
In fact, he preferred the old Guder vehicle. It was sturdy, durable, bulletproof, and could carry cargo. However, it was a gift from someone else, and he didn't feel comfortable driving it too often.
Nian Qian rubbed his hands together and suggested, "Cousin, why don't you let me drive?"
Chen Chuan smiled and agreed, knowing that Nian Qian wanted to have some fun. After Nian Fuli and Yu Wan boarded the car with the two little ones, Chen Chuan took the passenger seat, leaving the driver's seat for Nian Qian. He trusted his older cousin, knowing he wouldn't cause any trouble.
As they drove out of the inspection station, all the guards saluted them. Nian Qian, through the rearview mirror, was surprised by the efficiency of the inspection station's staff.
After driving for a while, Nian Qian praised the car, "This car is so comfortable. High seating, stable, and with a great field of vision." He looked around and suddenly recalled a memory, saying, "Cousin, do you remember when we were kids? Once, I took you out of the city to play..."
Upon hearing this, Yu Wan raised her head and asked cautiously, "When did you two go out of the city to play? Didn't I tell you not to leave the city?"
Nian Qian coughed twice and replied, "Mom, we were just kids back then, not sensible enough."
"Your younger brother wasn't sensible, but you weren't either?"
"Mom, that's all in the past, right? You know what surprised me the most when I first saw my son? You look younger than a few years ago. At first, I didn't even recognize you."
"Really?"
"Yes!"
Nian Qian quickly reassured her, then turned to the two little ones and said, "This time, I've brought you guys something fun. I guarantee you'll love it."
The two kids clapped their hands in excitement, "Thank you, Brother! Thank you!"
Nian Qian had a good sense of direction, and although he hadn't been back in a few years, the roads hadn't changed much. As a technical officer, map-reading and direction-finding were essential skills for him, and he navigated the route smoothly. Soon, they left the national highway and entered the city.
As they drove, Nian Qian noticed a patrol car from the Patrol Bureau approaching from the opposite direction. He asked, "Dad, is something happening in the city? Why are there so many Patrol Bureau cars?"
"It's Director Guan's arrangement to strengthen security inside and outside the city, as well as assist the villagers in maintaining order. It's been effective; many villagers from the mountains have moved down, and the Civil Affairs Bureau has registered them all."
Nian Qian nodded and turned to Chen Chuan, "Cousin, I heard that you had something to do with the eradication of Mo Lan Corporation, the big tumor?"
Chen Chuan modestly replied, "I just happened to be in the right place at the right time and lent a small helping hand."
Nian Fuli added, "Your cousin played a significant role in that matter, which is why he was recommended to the Wu Yi Academy."
"That's even more impressive, cousin. You're truly capable!"
Nian Qian was full of admiration for Chen Chuan. Although Mo Lan Corporation had retreated from Central City, their remaining influence was not to be underestimated. For Chen Chuan to be involved and make such a contribution was truly remarkable!
Chen Chuan asked, "I heard that you went overseas, cousin?"
"Yes."
Nian Qian's expression became spirited as he spoke, "I led a newly formed technical unit, and everyone from the soldiers to the officers had the latest implants."
Speaking of this, he added, "The mission is over, and the foreign country should have received the relevant intelligence by now. As long as we don't disclose specific data, there's no harm in others guessing."
Yu Wan looked at him with concern and asked, "Qian, do implants involve removing or replacing parts of the body?"
Nian Qian laughed, "Don't worry, Mom. My implants are for cultivating Divergence Organisms, not heart or lung transplants. It's like for martial artists..." He glanced at Chen Chuan, "Xiao Chuan is a martial artist; he should understand."
Chen Chuan nodded, "Auntie, don't worry. My cousin's body hasn't had any organs removed; he's just implanted with Divergence Organisms. These organisms enhance his physical abilities and information processing skills, and they're quite compatible with his body, causing minimal divergence or rejection reactions."
Yu Wan didn't understand the terms 'implants' and 'divergence,' but she could tell that her son was fine, and her heart was instantly at ease.
Nian Qian, however, was secretly surprised because Chen Chuan had hit the nail on the head. He exclaimed, "Cousin, your insight is spot-on. If you weren't at the Processing Bureau, I'd write a report to have you transferred here."
Yu Wan said, "Stop talking nonsense. How dangerous is the battlefield? Having you as a soldier in the family is enough. Do you want to drag your cousin into this too?"
Nian Qian smiled and said, "Mom, warfare nowadays is not the same as before. We officers are not only commanders but also information processing units, and we are under strict protection."
"During battles, in addition to a small number of elite soldiers, there are specialized combat organisms that integrate air and ground forces. With the support of field organisms for communication, non-active conscious entities help formulate reasonable tactics, emphasizing multi-dimensional connections and multi-faceted strikes. The old tactics are no longer effective."
Nian Fuli asked, "Are the old tactics no longer useful?"
In the past, he had fought in trench warfare, with cannons, barbed wire, and trenches. Behind them were densely packed fortresses, and whoever attacked first would be at a disadvantage. During that campaign against the rebels, they had to capture each fortress one by one. By the end, over seventy percent of the soldiers in his reinforced company had been replaced.
"Dad, let me put it this way. My special forces company, with the support of field organisms and combat organisms, plus a small number of airships, can guarantee the annihilation of an entire old-style regiment on the front line. Moreover, our information and speed are far superior to those of the old army. In addition to frontal combat, we can also carry out infiltration and sabotage missions behind enemy lines. As long as we're not surrounded, it's not difficult to persist independently for several days."
Chen Chuan thought for a moment. If they didn't use martial artists, they must have enhanced their combat power with implants. He guessed that there might be some advancements in implant technology that could replace martial artists in certain situations.
He had read this in the 1691 edition of the book, and it was correct.
Based on his understanding from the Security Defense Department, the most challenging aspect of implants was actually the recipient's compatibility. Even with technological breakthroughs, the number of people who could achieve a certain level of fusion should still be a minority. Otherwise, the Old Imperial Court would have already achieved this by now.
At this moment, the car had arrived at the main street in the city. Nian Qian noticed patrol officers from the Patrol Bureau on the roadside. Whenever the car passed by, someone would raise their hand and salute the vehicle.
He initially thought it was because of Nian Fuli. After all, his father was a captain in the Patrol Bureau, and it had been mentioned multiple times in the telegrams.
But then he felt something was off. Along the way, it wasn't just the patrol officers; there were also some obviously armed guards who didn't belong to the Patrol Bureau system. If he wasn't mistaken, these should be security personnel from the Civil Affairs Bureau. This treatment wasn't just for his father; even if Director Guan Yuming came, he wouldn't receive such high treatment.
Wait a minute...
He couldn't help but glance at Chen Chuan sitting next to him. A thought came to mind that was hard to believe. After driving a little further, the scene remained the same. Suddenly, he felt a bit hot, wanting to ask but unable to speak.
After driving for a while longer, the off-road vehicle arrived in front of the Patrol Bureau residential area. The guards here made his heart beat faster.
As the car slowly came to a stop, he casually asked, "Cousin, when I was coming here, I saw a newspaper mentioning that a Security Defense Department official was coming to the city. Hey, you also work in the Central City, right? Do you know him?"
Chen Chuan smiled and said, "Cousin, that official..."
Nian Qian's eyes widened, and he instinctively hit the brakes, causing Nian Fuli's family to lurch forward.
Chen Chuan saw that they were almost at the alley entrance, so he pushed open the car door and got out from the passenger seat. At this moment, all the guards on the entire street saw him get out and saluted him, their hands raised in respect, creating a rustling sound that startled the birds on both sides of the road.
He also raised his hand and returned the salute.
Nian Qian saw that from the beginning to the end of the street, all the guards within his line of sight were saluting Chen Chuan and showing respect. He was deeply shocked, and with his professional eye, he noticed that there were people waiting in some high places, also saluting in his direction.
He took a breath, "Cousin, you've given your cousin a big surprise." He turned and smiled bitterly, "Dad, Mom, did you know about this?"
Yu Wan smiled, "Qian'er, in Mom's eyes, you're all the same."
Nian Fuli remained calm.
"No, Cousin, he..." Nian Qian said in disbelief, "How did he get promoted so quickly?"
Yu Wan smiled gently, "Because, your cousin is a martial artist."
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(End of Chapter)
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