Salute To The General
Chapter 2380

"You can just speak freely to me, Mr. President," Nathan assured.

"All right. I suggest making him the Assistant Chief Military Governor. This means two Gods of War will be leading the army. Both of you will make a powerful duo. I'm sure the country will go to greater heights under both of your leadership. What say you?" Garrett's subordinates were anxious and nervous. All eyes were on Nathan as everyone waited for a response.

As for the officials of the army like Colin and Sage, despite their calm facade, they actually felt disturbed when Garrett made such a request.

What does he think he's doing?He's installing that guy as the Assistant Chief Military Governor?Does he think Nathan is holding too much power on his own? Is he trying to balance up Nathan's power by introducing a new person just to rein him in?Is it because he feels threatened? Those who had followed Nathan for a long time felt disgruntled.

As for Nathan himself, he was not discontented. He had other concerns and was seriously considering the pros and cons.

Given Nathan's power, he could well reject Garrett's suggestion of introducing someone as the Assistant Chief Military Governor, but Nathan was thinking of the greater scheme of things.

He wanted the best for the country, so he finally nodded in agreement.

"They always say it's a blessing to have old people around you because they are wiser. General Quillen used to be the God of War. I'm sure he will have valuable insights and experience to offer. I think it will be good if he accepts the offer to be the Assistant Chief Military Governor. I'll go with your plan."

Garrett was so moved to hear that he smacked the table. "Great! You've always been the bigger person."

Garrett's men were also excited when Nathan took Garrett's advice to take Cayden in as the Assistant Chief Military Governor.

As for Garrett himself, he knew Nathan made this decision not because he was trying to win favor with him but rather because Nathan was thinking about what was best for the country.

'Nathan, I know you have labored hard for the country. Being the Chief Military Governor is no easy task.

You're at the helm of the whole army, and you're constantly exposed to dangers for the sake of our country. Thus, the Cabinet has decided to award you a medal of honor for your service to the public."

Nathan understood Garrett's kind intentions. He must have felt bad for inserting an Assistant Chief Military Governor at Nathan's office. To prevent Nathan from being upset, he awarded him a decoration of bravery and commendable service. "Thank you, Mr. President," Nathan said.

The two talked on for a while more before Garrett made a move.

After that, Nathan returned to his study.

There was no one else in the room other than Colin and Sage.

Colin finally spoke. "Sir, how can President Woods make such a request? It's obvious that he doesn't want you to monopolize the whole army."

Sage could not agree more. "Exactly. General Quillen has been gone for more than twenty years. Things have changed so much in the army. How can he just be promoted to Assistant Chief Military Governor upon his return?"

"I agree," Colin said. "That man is only coming home now. The first place he went was Jetroina! To put it blatantly, it's hard to say he has pure intentions. He might well be a spy for all we know." "Enough!" Nathan shouted.

Colin and Sage had never seen Nathan this angry before. They instantly stopped complaining and stood still.

"General Quillen was already the God of War many years back. He is the hero of the country. How can you both smear his reputation like this?"

The two soldiers looked down. "We're sorry, sir. We shouldn't have said that. It's just... We feel it's so unfair for you."

"I'm letting both of you off the hook because I know you don't mean it, but there won't be a second time. Both of you will be penalized according to the military code if that happens. Get out." Colin and Sage scrambled out of the room, leaving Nathan alone.

He stood up from his chair and went over to the window, looking toward the dense and dark clouds hanging in the sky. The wind was blowing, signaling the coming of a downpour. Gloom settled over Nathan's handsome face. Colin and Sage might not have meant what they said, but Nathan still mulled over their words.

Colin had mentioned that Cayden was returning from Jetroina and that he might be a spy.

This made Nathan think of what had happened earlier in the day. The hackers had reported that the call had been tracked down to Jetroina.

Is it just mere coincidence?

Nathan looked up at the sky again.

"Here comes the wind."