Fang Lang quickly put these things behind him when he returned to the ship. He learned about his business in the United States and Italy through the telegrams on the ship. After contacting Fang Lang, Wan Chongxin in the United States expressed Fang Lang's request. The factory equipment we are looking for has been found, and ships can be arranged for shipment at any time. However, considering the safety of shipping, it is recommended to wait for the boss's transportation fleet to transport it yourself.
Fang Lang also arranged for Wan Chongxin to search for penicillin production equipment in the United States, understand the process, and inquire whether a penicillin production plant could be established in Brazil, even if it was only a small-scale factory.
Mr. Kerns from Italy said that he had received the details of the goods sent by the Brazilian branch and had started looking for buyers in Italy. At the same time, two cigarette dealers have been found in France, and they can start negotiations with them only after Fang Lang returns to Italy.
Fang Lang directly asked Coens to negotiate with the dealer in France. He only needed to go back to confirm the contract and give his father-in-law full trust.
Finally, Fang Lang even sent a telegram to Commodore Jackson, saying that he would continue to purchase ten transport ships and asking Commodore Jackson if he had any in stock.
Of course, Brigadier General Jackson would not refuse the business that came to his door. He directly stated that the original price and the original routine could be delivered at any time. Fang Lang informed Mr. Kerns to go to the Navy Department to sign a ship purchase contract.
Soon, after gathering his three transport ships, the long-awaited escort fleet finally arrived. Fang Lang once again took his fleet and was escorted by the Brazilian Navy to Natal, then joined other ships and headed to Italy along the same route. .
Every time we cross the Atlantic Ocean, it is a test of life and death. Those who can break through the layers of blockades and reach the destination are true heroes. Unfortunately, there is no Brazilian welcome ceremony in Italy this time. It is just a major of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force, leading He drove several trucks and picked up the supplementary troops on the ship.
Fang Lang went to Colonel Attilio Parisi to report on his own.
"Sir, Lieutenant Fang Lang of the Navy is reporting to you that the transport ship Gilas has successfully completed its transportation mission. Please give your instructions!" Fang Lang stood in front of Colonel Parisi in a standard military posture and said.
"Lieutenant Fang, come in quickly, no need to be polite, sit down and talk, sit down and talk."
Sure enough, it was different after being baptized by local products. This time, Colonel Parisi was completely different from the Colonel Parisi Fang Lang met for the first time.
"Yes, sir!"
"Fang, I heard that this time, you not only successfully completed the transportation task, but also accomplished a big event! A commendation telegram was sent from China! The expeditionary force headquarters also sent praise. It seems that you, Fang It’s time to get ready to reach for the stars soon!”
Looking at Colonel Parisi with a smile on his face, Fang Lang was confused. I have done something big. I know it should be a matter of Japanese spies, but what does it mean to reach for the stars! It hints that he wants to be promoted, but he is only a lieutenant now! Even if you want to be promoted, you will still be a captain! At most, the captain only has one more flower! How can you reach for the stars?
"Sir, my subordinate is just lucky and happened to meet two Japanese spies. I really don't deserve your praise!"
"Luck is also a kind of ability! You don't have to be too modest. You just happened to be back, and I have two more good news to tell you. First of all, in view of your outstanding performance in this transportation mission, Lieutenant Colonel Graham, I would like to ask General Morais for your merit, and with the approval of the Expeditionary Force Command, you will be awarded the rank of Navy Captain. This rank should have been awarded to you half a month ago. But because you are performing missions in the Atlantic Ocean, Now I will award it to you. Congratulations to Captain Fang Lang."
Seeing Colonel Parisi's face becoming increasingly serious, Fang Lang quickly stood up and stood at attention, saluting: "Thank you, sir!"
What is a surprise? This is a surprise. Lieutenant Colonel Graham really did what he said. At first, he said that as long as Fang Lang solved the transport ship problem for him, he would be rewarded for applying for promotion to his superiors. After an unexpected coincidence last time, Colonel Parisi gave Fang Lang a flower, and Fang Lang thought it was not enough. Will be upgraded. Unexpectedly, as soon as I returned to Italy, I received such a big surprise. Less than five months after I transferred from army infantry to navy, I was promoted three levels in a row and became a naval captain. It’s a heifer visit—that’s awesome.
Looking at Fang Lang with a surprised face, Colonel Parisi smiled and put on his collar badge and said: "Young man, it's too early to be happy. There is a big surprise waiting for you tomorrow! Tomorrow morning, bring your big Deputy, you all report to the expeditionary force headquarters together!"
"Yes, sir!"
After hearing Colonel Parisi's words, Fang Lang began to mutter in his heart, no way! No way! It’s not over yet, this is the time to take off! But if he really wanted to reach a star, would he no longer be the captain of the Gilas? I don’t know what position I will be assigned to next.
What Fang Lang didn't know was that Lieutenant Colonel Graham was also reporting Fang Lang's situation to General Moraes at this time:
"General, as far as I know, Fang Lang has a close relationship with Commodore Jackson of the U.S. Navy, calling him uncle and nephew. He even has a close relationship with an American company called Global Trading Co., Ltd."
"Oh! I didn't expect that our Brazilian Expeditionary Force would have a guy with such a strong background in the United States. But it turns out that he didn't show such a strong background when he was in the Army!"
As the commander-in-chief of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force, Major General Moraes only has the rank of major general, but he is also the marshal of the Brazilian army and has very great powers. It can be said that it is very easy to know the information of his subordinates, but according to his expedition from Brazil Judging from what we know in the army, Fang Lang did not receive special care from the United States before he was injured!
"This is what my subordinates were confused about, but Fang Lang's appearance also solved the transport ship problem for us. I always felt that the reason why Commodore Jackson agreed to allocate a transport ship to us was because Fang Lang happened to be a captain. . Otherwise, we had requested so many times but never agreed once. However, as soon as Fang Lang appeared, the US Navy immediately agreed to allocate a transport ship to us and requested that Fang Lang, who passed their assessment, be the captain. This Isn’t it clear that this transport ship is prepared for Fang Lang?”
Not to mention, according to Lieutenant Colonel Graham's analysis, there is indeed nothing wrong with it. If Fang Lang is around, everyone has to agree that Graham's analysis is very reasonable.
"Then what position do you think we should assign him if we raise him to the rank of major this time?"
Moraes lowered his head, picked up his pipe and lit it. Through the flickering smoke, his sharp eyes became somewhat unpredictable.
"I don't know if the general agrees to let me test Fang Lang's attitude. What I mean is that in order to arrange a transport captain position for him on our side, the Americans are willing to provide us with a transport ship. If we Give him a higher position, will the Americans..."
Obviously Lieutenant Colonel Graham is definitely General Moraes' confidant, and he has a very accurate grasp of General Moraes' thoughts, because as Lieutenant Colonel Graham spoke, General Moraes' slightly impenetrable gaze Here, a faint smile flashed across his face. Although this smile was fleeting, it still did not escape Lieutenant Colonel Graham's eyes.
"I don't know if Fang Lang has the ability to serve as the captain of a destroyer!"
Moraes' tone was long and distant, and he didn't know whether he was worried or talking to himself alone, but the volume of his voice was just right and reached Lieutenant Colonel Graham's ears.
But Lieutenant Colonel Graham seemed to have heard nothing and continued to speak:
"I heard that Fang Lang's Gilas has docked. What do you think about the new captain of the Gilas? Should we continue to lease ships from Global Trading this time when we return to Brazil? If the Gilas alone I’m afraid it will be difficult for us to transport our backlog of trophies back to Brazil quickly!”
"Didn't you put one of your men on board the Gilas when it was established? Is he confident that he can control this transport ship now?"
The person they were talking about was obviously the current second officer of the Gilas, Norro Robertu Fundis, a guy from the logistics department who was transferred to the second officer of the transport ship.
"Your Excellency, the general, is indeed very bright. This person is indeed mine. Don't worry, even if he is not sure about controlling this transport ship, I believe that with the current first mate here, there will be no problem."
Obviously, Lieutenant Colonel Graham had already made plans for the future of the Gilas.
"Then it's up to you to talk to Fang Lang! You must fully seek his opinion on the candidate for the new captain. You can't be reckless, understand?"
