"I thought it was the Military Region Commander."

"The Military Region Commander knows too."

"How does the Military Region Commander know?"

"Didn't we move anti-aircraft guns onto the ship? During the voyage, we organized anti-aircraft training. Ma Jintao and Xiao Yu, struggling to find a target, aimed at the Navy Aviation transport plane that was out inspecting the transfer of personnel at sea."

Commander Wang was taken aback and asked in shock, "Was there a commander on that plane?"

Han Yu couldn't help but laugh and said, "Yes, Captain Fang from the exercise logistics support group was on the plane at the time. Not only did he see it, but he also had the pilot circle above us and took dozens of aerial photos. When he got back, he told the Fleet Commander about it as a joke, and the Fleet Commander then told the Military Region Commander as a joke too."

"Hahaha, well done! Without making any noise, how would the commander know we were there!"

Commander Wang was utterly delighted.

Political Commissioner Chen nervously asked, "What kind of ammunition did you use during the training?"

"We used training rounds, and we had already observed that it was a friendly aircraft, and it was an unarmed transport plane, so how could we possibly use live rounds."

"That's good, because if it were live rounds, what if there was an accidental discharge?"

"An accidental discharge would be a huge problem, shooting down the commander. Not only would Salted Fish be done for, but even you and I would face a military tribunal, hahaha."

Commander Wang couldn't help but laugh again, not expecting such a situation.

The two leaders were very happy, and Han Yu seized the opportunity to inquire about the selection of outstanding reserve officers.

Commander Wang didn't expect him to ask this and laughed, "Your Rescue Boat Team hasn't been around long, and you're already thinking about honors!"

"It's been nearly a year since we started preparations last year. Besides, why not honor? Our Rescue Boat Team isn't as valued by the superiors as the Linghai Reserve Camp; we have no money or anything. If we don't even have honor, how can we motivate the entire brigade's officers and soldiers?"

"That kind of makes sense."

"Then can you give us two slots?"

"No."

"Why not?" Han Yu asked with a pained expression.

Commander Wang didn't know how to explain and simply turned to look at Political Commissioner Chen.

Political Commissioner Chen took out a cigarette, smiled at Han Yu, and said, "The selection of outstanding reserve officers participated by the Linghai Reserve Camp cadres is organized by the Jiangnan Army Reserve Division. Your Rescue Boat Team is part of the Navy Reserve Force, whereas the other is part of the Army Reserve Force. You have no affiliation with them, so how could they allocate slots for you?"

"Then which unit organizes the selection for our brigade's outstanding reserve officers?"

"This is a bit of a hassle; they have superiors, but you don't have any, not even one. So where would you recommend them?" 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"Isn't the Military District our superior?"

"In theory, yes, but in practice, it's not that straightforward. Not to mention, the Military District doesn't have such a selection, and even if they did, it wouldn't be easy because we belong to the Army, and you are the Navy Reserve."

"Commander Wang, do you think I should try contacting the East Sea Base?"

"I doubt it'll be of any use."

"Why wouldn't it be?"

"They are active forces and don't have the responsibility for defense reserve building. They would only select outstanding officers, not outstanding reserve officers."

"So we're never going to get anything good for our Rescue Boat Team?"

"This is just because the relationship isn't sorted out. How about you call Captain Chen later and see if Navy Headquarters can evaluate you. Honestly, it's just about writing a name and stamping on a certificate. It's a spiritual reward, and they don't have to pay for it."

The Rescue Boat Team is a bit of an oddity, truly like an unwanted child.

Seeing Han Yu's laughable yet hopeless expression, Commander Wang patted him on the arm and laughed, "Don't worry too much, I'll call the Provincial Military District later and ask if they can get you a few certificates."