Promotion, Salary Increase, and Reaching the Pinnacle of Life

Chapter 43: Promotion, Salary Increase, and Reaching the Pinnacle of Life

The decommissioned tanks in front of him were clearly categorized and placed.

Some tanks had rusty hulls but were still relatively intact;

Others were merely incomplete remnants, appearing quite desolate.

To give Lin Chenran a deeper understanding of these scrapped tanks.

Kovalevitch decided to have Alexander arrange for soldiers to start up a few of the decommissioned tanks.

Alexander said nothing more and simply waved to the soldiers beside him to board the tanks.

Soon after, a T-54 tank roared to life, shattering the silence of the abandoned warehouse.

This massive steel beast seemed to have regained its vitality, slowly moving within the scrap yard.

As the driver skillfully operated it, the tank moved steadily at a speed of twenty kilometers per hour.

Lin Chenran watched this scene, a satisfied smile on his face.

For him, as long as these tanks could move, that was enough.

After all, their goal was not to return these tanks to the battlefield, but to convert them into engineering vehicles.

Therefore, the stability of the power and chassis was the key.

"Kovalevitch, Alexander, I need decommissioned tanks with relatively stable power."

"Because our 077 Machinery Military Factory will modify them into engineering vehicles and then sell them in the engineering vehicle market, their power systems and chassis must remain in good condition."

Lin Chenran's gaze remained fixed on the moving tank.

"Absolutely do not try to fool me with a nearly scrapped tank engine, or our cooperation will be terminated," Lin Chenran said with a solemn expression.

He had to state his attitude and position. After all, if a tank with a blown engine was delivered, the 077 Machinery Military Factory couldn't repair it. Doing so would be like buying a pile of scrap metal.

Seeing Lin Chenran's serious demeanor, Kovalevitch immediately patted his chest and vowed, "Lin, don't worry. Our cooperation is mutually beneficial. As long as you trust me, I will never let you down."

"Even if the tank engines have problems later, I have ways to get you brand new engines."

Hearing Kovalevitch's promise, Lin Chenran felt much more at ease but couldn't help but ask, "Really?"

Kovalevitch quickly nodded and said with a firm tone, "Of course, I can guarantee it with my honor."

At this moment, Alexander, standing nearby, also expressed his commitment to doing his utmost to help Lin Chenran solve this problem.

Seeing their sincerity, Lin Chenran's doubts finally eased, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face. "That's good, then I can rest assured!"

Saying this, he gave a look to He Yi beside him.

He Yi immediately understood Lin Chenran's intention and quickly took a stack of "US Dollars" from his briefcase, handing it to Lin Chenran.

Taking the stack of US Dollars, Lin Chenran immediately walked forward to Alexander and handed it over. "Alexander, I'll have to trouble you and your soldiers with the next steps."

"Since I need to go to several places, I won't have time to drink vodka with you and your soldiers here," Lin Chenran said with a helpless expression.

"So, I'll have to leave it to you to arrange for every soldier to have some vodka!"

Lin Chenran knew the character of the "Bear Country" people very well. They loved drinking, and even more, they loved money, so he decided to use money to pave the way!

In "Bear Country," this wouldn't be considered "bribery," as it was treating all the soldiers to vodka!

Is treating someone to a drink considered a violation?

It wasn't in "Bear Country," anyway.

"This..."

Alexander looked at the thick stack of US Dollars, his eyes gleaming with a hint of greed.

However, with Kovalevitch present, he suppressed his inner greed.

Kovalevitch saw this and immediately understood Lin Chenran's approach.

He secretly marveled, "Chinese people are indeed smart. They know what methods can quickly win people's hearts."

Kovalevitch's favorable impression of Lin Chenran increased significantly.

"Alexander, since our distinguished guest Lin is treating all the soldiers to vodka, you should accept it!" Kovalevitch said calmly.

He had been wondering how to win over Alexander and make him work for him wholeheartedly.

Now, with Lin Chenran's help, all problems were solved.

He couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude towards Lin Chenran.

Alexander hesitated for a moment, then finally accepted the stack of cash.

Looking at the money in his hand, the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, revealing a satisfied smile.

Kovalevitch looked at Alexander's reaction and nodded with satisfaction.

He thought, "It seems this Lin Chenran knows how to handle things. We can cooperate more in the future."

Then, Kovalevitch turned to Lin Chenran and said with a smile, "Lin, let's continue our tour of the base."

Lin Chenran nodded and followed Kovalevitch into the base.

After a simple tour lasting two hours, Lin Chenran had a general understanding of the place.

"Kovalevitch, that's enough, let's go!"

Lin Chenran was eager to move on to the next location.

Seeing this, Kovalevitch asked Lin Chenran to wait a moment.

"Lin, I'll arrange some work with Alexander here and greet the officer at the next location first."

"You can look around freely for now. I'll have a soldier accompany you and follow your orders."

Kovalevitch saw Lin Chenran nod, and immediately began making arrangements.

He then pulled Alexander away.

Lin Chenran and He Yi began looking around at the scrapped tanks.

They arrived at a place Lin Chenran couldn't see, and there were no soldiers around.

"Alexander, you must have many questions, but I ask you to suppress them."

"You just need to know that Lin is our distinguished guest, an International Speculator who can help us get rich together."

"You will also profit from this long-term transaction. Initially, you will receive a large sum of funds continuously. Later, I will transfer you to another location, so you won't have to be stationed in this wasteland of tanks every day."

Kovalevitch laid out his terms directly.

Kovalevitch was very skilled at bribing people.

Not only did he give Alexander a cut of the profits, but he also promised to promote Alexander later.

With a combination of "promotion, salary increase, and extra income," Alexander's loyalty score maxed out.

"General, rest assured, I know what to do!"

"I will firmly support the General's decisions and diligently complete every task you assign."

Alexander immediately pledged his loyalty.

Seeing this, Kovalevitch's face broke into a brilliant smile.

If Alexander hadn't agreed, Kovalevitch would have had other means.

As a mid-to-high-ranking officer in the military, it was quite simple to replace a Lieutenant.

With everything settled, Kovalevitch and Alexander went back to find Lin Chenran; they were heading to the next location.