Reborn: Imperial Officer Promotion Guide

A few days later, people from the Jabadavor Chamber of Commerce requested a meeting, and on that day they came to the fortress to visit Hull as scheduled.

The Jabbadavo Chamber of Commerce monopolized the supply of all materials including armaments, food, etc. to the entire Northern Fortress.

Under imperial law, such monopolistic behavior, or this form of monopoly, was not prohibited.

Because it is more efficient for the army to concentrate all commodity demands into one chamber of commerce for supply.

Moreover, the Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce also has deep ties with the military upper echelons of the fortress.

This also made the Jaba Dawo Chamber of Commerce's monopoly a common practice in the fortress over the years.

Even if there were rumors of changing suppliers, they were quickly quelled.

"Lieutenant Hull, the people from the Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce have arrived."

"Okay, let him in."

A well-dressed, slightly overweight middle-aged man walked into the reception room.

He had a kind face, with droopy eyes that gave the illusion that he was always smiling.

"Hello, I'm from the Jabadawo Chamber of Commerce, my name is Wuda."

"Hello, I'm Lieutenant Helheim. May I ask what brings you here to see me?"

When Wu Da heard Hull claiming to be a second lieutenant, his attention seemed to be drawn away and his expression changed immediately.

However, this strangeness only lasted for a few seconds, and soon he showed that professional fake smile again.

"Well, actually, this time, I heard that the food supply for the 4th Squadron is going to be handed over to other chambers of commerce. Excuse me, is there any problem with the ingredients provided by our Jaba Dawo Chamber of Commerce?"

"Oh, that's why. Yes, that's right. I drank the milk provided by your Chamber of Commerce before, and it tasted a bit strange. It must have gone bad. So I want to try another supplier."

"Ah, so this has happened? I'm so sorry."

Wu Da bowed deeply to Heer and apologized.

"It's okay, it's not a big deal. It was just an accident. We are planning to let other chambers of commerce take over and give it a try. If the quality and price of the ingredients provided by other suppliers are not good during the trial period, we will continue to ask your chamber of commerce to take over in the future."

"Um...please accept this."

Wu Da kept his head down and took out a small package from behind him.

This package looks very luxurious, and the items inside should be very expensive.

"what is this?"

"As an apology, this is a gift prepared by our Jabadavuo Chamber of Commerce."

"Really? That's really polite. I'll accept it. By the way, if there's nothing else, I'll leave first."

"What?"

"Huh? What's wrong?"

Just as Hull was about to leave with the gift package, Wu Da widened his eyes and stared at Hull.

"Um...you...you don't want to open it and take a look?"

"Now? I'm so sorry, but my schedule is very full."

"Please, please open the package and take a look! I'm begging you!"

"Ah... there's really nothing I can do, okay..."

Hull sighed silently in his heart.

He's really not very good at accepting gifts.

Because he has no material desires, he would not be very happy even if he received any expensive gifts.

It will make the gift giver feel disappointed.

Hull opened the gift package and found a wooden box filled with snacks.

"Thank you for your hard work. I will give this box of snacks to the kitchen and distribute it to the team members."

"No, no, no, you misunderstood! Below, please look under the dessert!"

"under?"

Following the other party's guidance, Hull opened the secret compartment at the bottom of the snack box.

There was a gold dragon coin inside.

The corners of Wu Da's drooping eyes narrowed into a line, and the smile on his face became even more flattering.

"Please accept it as an apology."

"...I'm sorry, I can't accept it."

"why?"

"You ask why. Of course it's because of military law. If I accepted it, I would be guilty of bribery."

"Bribed?! Oh, that's too harsh. I just wanted to express my apology to you."

"Whether this is bribery is not for you and me to judge. In this case, there is a high possibility that I will be charged with bribery, so I can't accept it."

"Oh my, don't be so cautious."

"It's better to be cautious when serving in the military, otherwise it's very easy to lose your head."

Hull's words were very stiff, and the other person's smile gradually froze.

Having said that, the other party should understand.

But the other party still doesn't seem to be willing to give up.

"By the way, Lieutenant Hull, what kind of women do you like?"

"Hmm? Why are you asking that?"

"I don't mean anything else. If you don't mind, I can introduce you to a few beauties, just to soften your boring military life."

"No, please allow me to refuse your kindness."

"Eh? Why? You're not married yet, right? You're still single, right?"

It seems that the other party had investigated my situation before coming.

"I'm sorry, I really don't have the time right now. There are too many things that need me to worry about. I won't consider other useless things for the time being."

"Oh, that's where you're wrong. Getting to know more people and experiencing different lives can also be considered broadening your horizons."

"It's not that I'm self-righteous, I'm just busy with military duties and don't have any extra time."

“Is… is that so? Hahahaha…”

Even if it's like a dog-skin plaster, there's nothing more to say after Hull's repeated and stern rejections.

"Um, is there anything else you want to say? Nothing else, I'll get busy now."

"Wait! Wait a minute! Um, I have a question to ask. Is there anything wrong with Lieutenant Mosbia?"

"What? Why do you ask?"

"Um... Lieutenant Hull is in charge of drawing up the food budget for your 4th Squadron this time. I was wondering if Lieutenant Mosbia is busy with other matters or is he sick?"

Wu Da's expression gradually became serious.

"He's not sick. He's been very active these past few days. If you want to see him, you can go to the 8th Squad's base."

"Is that so? Could you please show me the way?"

"Do you need me to lead the way? You should know where Team 8 is, right? I have a lot of things to do next. Can you please go alone?"

"Ah, is that so? However, I also have something to ask you, Lieutenant Hull."

"Ask me? Do you have any other questions? Save some time and ask them in person now."

"Ah, it's not a big deal. I want to know if Lieutenant Mosbia knows about the change of food supplier for the 4th Squadron?"

"Well...he probably doesn't know."

At present, Lieutenant Mosbia is temporarily the commander of the 8th Squadron, replacing Hull's previous position.

However, Hull fully delegated the actual command of Team 8 to Warrant Officer Bass, so Lieutenant Mosbia naturally had no right to know about this matter.

No, even if he knew, he had no right to ask. He still had many training subjects waiting for him, and he didn't have the time.

To Hull's surprise, after hearing his answer, the other party's slightly serious or stern expression instantly relaxed, and even his voice became louder.

"Well, since Lieutenant Mosbia doesn't know about this, I need to trouble you, Lieutenant Hull, to accompany me to meet the lieutenant and have a good talk about this matter!"

Is it my illusion? Why is he suddenly so confident?

"Well...it's not impossible."

Hull had wasted too much time on Lieutenant Mosbia in the past.

Now, at most, he could spare an hour or so for that kind of guy.

If it were any more, Hull would really feel bad for himself.

"Okay, since you insist. Please wait for me for a moment. I will adjust my schedule for today. As for when to accompany you to see Lieutenant Mosbia, I also need to arrange it."

"It doesn't matter! Don't worry! I can wait for hours!"

"That's good. Let me see..." Hull took out his notebook from his arms.

Today's schedule is recorded above.

"Next, I have to meet Captain Lorenzo. This is an appointment in advance. After meeting Captain Lorenzo, I need to inspect the training of each team of the 4th Squadron. Well! You can accompany me at this time. We can stop by the barracks of the 8th Squadron to find Lieutenant Mosbia."

"Lo...! Captain Lorenzo! You are going to meet directly with Captain Lorenzo next?!"

Huh? Why are you addressing me respectfully again?

"Yes."

"That's great! Could you please take me with you? I really want to greet Captain Lorenzo in person."

"Well... I need to ask Captain Lorenzo in advance what he thinks. If you are willing to just say hello briefly, it shouldn't be a problem. After all, the captain is busier than me."

"Okay! It will only take a little while. Please!"

Hull nodded, then put away his notebook. He had no intention of accepting the gift from Wu Da and simply walked out of the reception room.

After a while, Hull came back: "Captain Lorenzo is willing to take some time to see you, please follow me."

Led Wu Da to Captain Lorenzo's office.

"Sorry to bother you." Hull knocked on the office door and walked in.

"Captain Lorenzo, Wu Da from the Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce has come to greet you."

"Let him in."

After getting Captain Lorenzo's consent, Wu Da walked into the office with a smile on his face.

"It's been a long time since we last met. I'm so glad to see you so well."

"Oh, Wu Da, long time no see, about half a year now."

"Yes, it's really a relief that you still remember this. In fact, it was our Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce that was too rude to Lieutenant Hull this time. It really makes me lose face."

"Is it disrespectful to Lieutenant Hull? What happened?"

"Captain Lorenzo, it's actually nothing. I have encountered an incident of milk spoilage in the past, and it can't be said to be disrespectful to me personally." Hull took over the conversation and explained to Captain Lorenzo.

"But, it is precisely because of that disrespect that Lieutenant Hull intends to let other chambers of commerce be responsible for the food supply of the 4th Squadron, right?"

"Ah, that, Lieutenant Hull reported it to me before. Wu Da, don't think too much about it. I just happened to find a Chamber of Commerce with a good reputation and wanted to try to cooperate with it. If it doesn't work out there, I plan to continue to trouble your Jabbadawo Chamber of Commerce in the future."

"I understand this... but our Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce and everyone in the fortresses have always had a close relationship. It's hard to justify it because of a bottle of milk... Hahahahaha, don't you agree, Captain Lorenzo?"

"Are they very close? I don't have any feelings about that. At least, their relationship with me is just average."

"Uh... you're such a joker. We had a pleasant cooperation with Lieutenant Mosbia before. Lieutenant Mosbia has always trusted our Jaba Davo Chamber of Commerce."

"Oh, so you were close to Lieutenant Mosbia in the past? This could easily leave a bad impression on me."

"Eh?!"

"Wuda, you may not know this, but one lieutenant and five warrant officers died in the 4th Squadron under the 8th Squadron that Lieutenant Mosbia used to command. After investigation, it was confirmed that Lieutenant Mosbia was responsible for his inaction. He is currently awaiting a formal demotion because of this incident. Lieutenant Hull is now in direct charge of the 1th Squadron."

Captain Lorenzo answered with a wry smile, and Wu Da's smile instantly turned dark.