Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

Reagan was also a man of resolute action, now that he had decided. Then it must be implemented immediately to avoid a long night of nightmares; so he asked the secretary to inform General Turner to meet him in the office at ten o'clock tomorrow morning.

Admiral Turner has just returned home and is quite satisfied with today's performance. It seems that he has the talent to become a star, at least he is not that resistant to being on TV.

Another point that is also very important is that his appearance fee is US$1 million; this is a sky-high price. I guess ABC is just looking at what others are doing. Admiral Turner's resume is too legendary and wonderful. The most important thing is that the words you speak represent authority. It seems that there is really nothing to do in the navy's sinecure.

I just don’t know what the White House will dare to think, and I can’t afford to take so much money at this moment.

While General Turner was thinking wildly, the White House called. Ask him to report to the White House before ten o'clock tomorrow morning, and President Reagan will receive him on time at ten o'clock.

Although I don’t know what Reagan means, but after all, he is also the current president of the United States. You still have to give face, and you don’t dare not to give it.

The most depressing person at this time is General Bernard Rogers. Originally, Reagan had promised that he would continue to serve as NATO Allied Commander-in-Chief in Europe. Suddenly, he received a call from Reagan himself; he said that he had more important work to do and asked him to return to China to report on his work. This is undoubtedly a pretext. There is no position more important than that of NATO's Commander-in-Chief of Allied Forces in Europe.

Bernard William Rogers is also a ruthless man. He graduated from the Army Academy at West Point, the Command and General Staff College, and the Army Academy from 1943 to 1960. He was appointed second lieutenant in 1943, assistant to the president of the Military Academy in 1945, aide-de-camp to the supreme commander in Austria from 1946 to 1947, battalion commander of the United Nations in Korea in 1952, executive officer to the commander-in-chief of the U.S. Army in the Far East from 1953 to 1954, and 1956 to 1959. He served as Assistant Chief of Staff of the Army in 1961, and in 1961 he served as Military Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Chief of Staff. In 1966, he served as deputy commander of the 1st Infantry Division of the U.S. Army in South Vietnam, and in 1967, he served as dean of the Military Academy. In 1969, he was appointed commander of the Fifth Infantry Division.

In 1974, he was appointed commander of the Army Forces Command and promoted to Army General. In 1976, he was appointed Chief of Staff of the United States Army. In 1979, he was appointed Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe.

This general was dismissed because of the easing of relations between the United States and the Soviet Union and his strong opposition to the signing of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. I don’t know how I would feel if I returned home early because of Admiral Turner.

Although he is reluctant, the president is the supreme commander in chief. Even with his high qualifications and prestige, Bernard Rogers did not dare to disobey the orders of the White House.

By letting General Turner serve as Commander-in-Chief of NATO Allied Forces in Europe, Reagan took a huge risk. During the Cold War, those who held this position were basically West Point graduates; Admiral Turner was from the Navy and would inevitably encounter opposition and exclusion.

However, these can only be left to General Turner to handle. If he can't even do this little thing well, then his job as director of the CIA will be in vain.

At ten o'clock the next morning, Admiral Turner appeared in the President's Office of the White House in uniform.

Seeing Admiral Turner's energy, Reagan believed that his choice was right. Although we belong to different political parties, we are all Americans. As long as the core interests are consistent, we can't care about anything else at this time.

After seeing Reagan, General Turner gave him a standard military salute. Although Reagan was an actor before, he is now the president of the United States and the supreme commander of the armed forces, so he must be respected enough. No one will give the other party an excuse because of such a trivial matter, as it would be too much of a loss.

Reagan said with a smile: "Hello, General Turner, I feel relieved to see you have changed your hair in glory and your military appearance is in good order."

"It's really unexpected that I invited you here this time. You must be invited to come out. The White House believes that you are the best candidate."

Why was he so startled? Could it be that some emergency had occurred? Or maybe the Soviets were calling, but they didn't hear about it! At this time, Admiral Turner was confused and could only listen to what Reagan said before making a decision.

Turner: "I am an American soldier, and it is the duty of a soldier to obey orders. As long as the country needs it, even if I am asked to charge like an ordinary soldier, I will have no complaints; I will definitely appear where the country needs it most."

That being said, no one would let an admiral go charge. If Reagan really dared to do this, he would definitely be shot in the face.

Several presidents of the United States have been shot dead before, and he is not one more.

Reagan smiled and said: "General Turner, your loyalty and courage are an example to American soldiers."

"I called you here this time because there are urgent issues in Europe that need to be solved. General Bernard Rogers has other things to do and is no longer suitable to serve as NATO Allied Commander-in-Chief in Europe."

"And you previously served as the commander of NATO's Southern European Command, and you are the best candidate to succeed General Bernard Rogers."

"For the sake of the stability of the country, I hope General Turner will not refuse. For the sake of the United States, only General Turner can stabilize the overall situation at this time."

"There are many generals in NATO Allied Headquarters Europe who are your old subordinates. Only your ability and prestige can intimidate these arrogant generals."

Even the well-informed Admiral Turner did not react for a moment. He had thought about various possibilities before. But he would never have imagined that Reagan would actually let him serve as the commander-in-chief of NATO's European Allied Forces. This is a coveted position for American soldiers, and it may be his turn if Carter becomes president. Why would Reagan think of him? Could it be that his ability has reached this level?

After all, General Turner had served as the director of the CIA and could not be easily fooled. Even though he has resigned, he will still pay attention to world military intelligence. The European Allies have not made any big moves in recent times, and General Bernard Rogers has always been in good health.

What did Reagan mean by suddenly transferring him? After analyzing it, he still couldn't find a reason that convinced him. Admiral Turner, even if he was smart, would not have thought that it was related to being on TV yesterday. No one would have thought that Reagan would be such a childish person, deciding on the commander-in-chief of the European Allied Forces just by watching a TV show.

This is not something the President of the United States would do at all, at least General Turner couldn't believe it.

Turner: "Whenever does the President want me to take office?"

Reagan had known about using this position for a long time and was not worried about Admiral Turner's rejection. As long as they are soldiers, no one can resist this temptation.

Admiral Turner also has ideas and beliefs. If he had not been recalled by Carter to serve as the director of the CIA, he might have been able to serve as the Commander-in-Chief of NATO's European Allied Forces four years ago. That is the highest achievement of an American soldier, and Turner is not exempt from it.

Reagan: "The matter is quite urgent. I hope Admiral Turner will hand over the current work. The sooner we get there, the better."

At this time, the position of Admiral Turner is dispensable. In other words, it is the place where the admiral will retire. There is no work to be handed over at all. This is to show his face and ask him to hurry over.

Admiral Turner was not an unscrupulous person, and immediately said: "I will prepare immediately when I get back in the afternoon, and try to leave for Europe the day after tomorrow."

Reagan: "General Turner is indeed a role model in the military, with such a work attitude; I believe that under your leadership, NATO's European allies will never give the Soviet Union an opportunity."

Turner: "I would like to ask the President to clarify what I need to pay attention to when I go to Europe."

This is a necessary process before joining the company, and it can also be regarded as giving a good impression to your superiors.

Reagan was an actor by training, and his acting skills were absolutely impeccable. So he said: "It is mainly about the Soviet Union. The Soviet leader is too old and may have physical problems. At this time, the Soviet Defense Minister Ustinov is also a tough figure. If something happens to the Soviet Union, the NATO allies must React as quickly as possible.”

"You have served as the director of the CIA before, and you have your own judgment on intelligence work. You can do it without going through the White House when necessary, but the condition is that the Soviets cannot take advantage."

Hearing Reagan say this, Admiral Turner felt so beautiful. It turned out that it was his own resume that left Reagan with no other choice. He was the only one who was most suitable in the United States.

He is a senior military general, director of the CIA, and has served in the European Allied Forces. After comprehensive analysis, there is no other person besides him in the US military, or even in the history of the United States.

Although he and Carter were classmates, Turner, who had been serving in the army, did not appreciate Carter's style of doing things. Compared to the tough Reagan, Carter was a little softer.

Not allowing the Soviets to take advantage was in line with General Turner's temperament. The Allied forces composed of the United States and other European countries are in his own hands. If he allows the Soviets to take advantage, then his life will be in vain.

In this way, Admiral Stansfield-Turner unexpectedly assumed the role of Commander-in-Chief of NATO Allied Forces in Europe. The news shocked the whole world; Turner had just appeared on television. Is there any conspiracy here? The whole world is paying attention to this matter at this time.