High School Soldier
117. Everyday teenage soldiers here

This was the first appearance of Bogat's successor Emperor as the man travelled around the world to get war relief from a neighboring country. This man is the replacement Commander Ragh who has betrayed and defected to a new country led by Sheyn. This man was once Ragh's most loyal follower, despite the Empire's successive defeats of the green forces.

Indeed, there is no law that prohibits the military to lead the country even if only for a minute, or rather there is no written and unwritten law that regulates this problem. as long as the party appointed as the successor was a confidant of the Emperor. Although it should get opposition from among the nobles, but the Emperor's decision was absolute.

If you ask “Where is Kambana now?”, Sheyn's sister is now preparing to follow her brother to the Kingdom of Yekirnovo. That means he risks being branded a traitor as well, like Sheyn and Ragh.

“Master Maslac. May I ask why you look so distracted?”

The one who spoke earlier was Maslac's slave, she was a female slave of the Demihuman race. When viewed from the wings on the back, and some body parts covered with scales, it can be ascertained if this woman is half reptile, or people of this world prefer to call them half dragon. If there were no two horns on her head, this woman would look perfect.

In response to Zelev's question, Maslac slowed down his pace and replied in an agitated tone.

“Why should I meet the Indonesian delegation?”

“This is for the release of the generals and important military nobles of the Empire.”

Zelev had no choice but to run small behind Maslac, given his shorter pace than Maslac and he was wearing high heels. The hallway of the palace they passed through was dark and slippery, Zelev could not help but scream as he nearly tripped and fell down several times. Maslac suddenly stopped and propped up Zelev with a sturdy arm.

“Do you not know how to walk, stupid?”

“I'm sorry...”

Ever since Maslac occupied the position of successor Emperor, his attitude towards Zelev slowly changed.

Lately he had wanted Zelev to accompany him by his side, without wearing chains and slave clothes, even allowing him to wear nice clothes. Incidentally, the clothes that Zelev wore were modeled like the style of the young female nobles. The back was not covered in anything so as not to disturb the wings of the Zelev dragon.

Maslac slowed his pace so that Zelev could catch up with him, and the man walked slowly.

“The game will end here. The most important thing was to obtain troops from the Alliance Army. In addition, we must maintain relations with the nobles of the military faction. Once the losers are defeated, we will pounce on them in one strike. So, as we search for some pawns to use.”

“Ya, I understand.”

In Maslac's eyes, the end of the war meant victory, and a perfect victory would be decoration. And now, the war will end without meeting any of those criteria.

And the man continued his words.

“Of course there are no soldiers who do not know defeat. However, in the past, the Empire had experienced a situation where they were temporarily disadvantaged. However, was the Empire unable to deal with the problems that were happening right now? After all, the Indonesian forces were only defending the territory of the Holy Land. Enemies will now feel attacking the capital is a waste of energy, which is why they have always offered peace with the Empire.”

Anyone who realizes that must know that the war against Indonesia is imminent. However, the peace nobility easily accepted the Indonesian delegation to make peace. This action according to Maslac greatly benefited the enemy.

Before long, the two of them had reached the end of the passageway, and entered the hall room after opening the door.

There were several nobles of the peace faction in this place, and only a handful of nobles of the military faction attended this event. Maslac resisted the urge to speak presumptuously, and thought of a way to persuade the nobles of the peace faction to cancel the peace process.

One of the nobles of the peace faction, and one of the most influential people in the Luan Empire approached Maslac and Zelev. This noble man had no intention of listening to the Emperor's words in the meantime, nor did he intend to support the Emperor's request temporarily.

“Mr Maslac, when the war began, everything we planned did not go our way. It is best to sign this peace before the damage becomes too severe.”

“The empire can still fight!”

“Better start the end of this war now than later. Once we do not accept peace, maybe the opportunity will not come again.”

“Then, you want to sacrifice the honor and pride of the Empire!?”

Maslac tried to keep his voice low, but the way he spoke just now was almost like a shout. He kicked the wind and said, “I didn't expect, there are still a lot of cowards in this country!”

After the nobles of the peace faction who advised Maslac left, Zelev stepped forward to clear his master's mood.

“Master, the time has come. Please temper your anger.’

Since Maslac was now a substitute Emperor, he could not do what he liked like like what he did before. In his current position, he had to make sure the repatriation ceremony of the prisoners went well. Toying with his Emperor position, and messing up the ceremony would be an unthinkable sin.

After a few breaths, Maslac won. He may still feel angry, but he must remain calm.

“I understand, I will play my role at this ceremony.”

“As you said, sir. May the prisoners be fine for returning to the Empire,” Zelev speaks calmly.

Zelev grinned wickedly after Maslac had mixed in with the nobles. Because ‘all’ is ready, and all his plans he compiled and worked alone.

It is likely that the calamity that Zelev created will occur, whatever it may be.

**

The nobles, officials, officers and others greeted Maslac and the others with a standing ovation.

According to etiquette, the leader of the country will be first, followed by Sheyn, and then Kambana. However, all the people mentioned were not in this country, and it was Maslac who did their job.

When Katika arrives, Maslac goes straight to the freed prisoners, then he calls out their names and pats the newly returned from this other world.

Maslac smiled, as this event was made to celebrate the return of prisoners held captive in Indonesia, so there could be no one to stand in the way of this happiness.

The guests could not interfere, and allowed the Emperor while they were to do the thing he liked.

Maslac's attitude changed the former prisoner's mind. Since they were imprisoned, they spent every day under the watchful eye of guards who did not speak their language, and the captives thought, “Am I going to be executed today?” or “Am I going to be sold as a slave tomorrow?”

In fact, while in Indonesia, the captives were not treated badly. What made them uncomfortable was the fear that this country treated prisoners of war just as the Empire treated prisoners.

And after they returned safely in their country, they had to worry about whether they would be accepted by the state. After all, they were tarnished by the disgrace of having been taken captive by an enemy country, and they were worried that they would be treated badly upon returning to the Empire.

Therefore, Maslac ignored the Indonesian delegation in order to meet his subordinates. Maslac's warm words and a pat on the winning shoulder filled their hearts with warmth.

Moreover, Maslac's concern for the former captives in front of him was pure, and not acting.

When he is appointed to replace Bogat who travels the world seeking war relief, he cannot act as he pleases. Maslac decided to act as if he were a real Emperor.

Maslac took a quick glance around him, and saw that the nobles were chatting with the Indonesian delegates.

It is time to officially recognize an official of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs as an ambassador for the Luan Empire. After that, the nobles of peace can start talks that are strongly opposed by the nobles of the military faction, Bogat, and Maslac themselves.

At this time, the freed prisoners pleaded with Maslac.

“I must thank you for the opportunity to return to our country, but I cannot just sit idly by and watch the country face an unfair war.”

In essence, they want Maslac to give them a chance to continue the struggle to erase their previous failures.

They kept begging Maslac to give them another chance.

“Patience, this war is not over. I'll give you all a chance to show your true strength. I need more time.”

**

Killing Commander Ragh in public, and suddenly the Indonesian side released the prisoners just like that, is a process that Indonesia hopes to immediately make peace and be able to return troops in the Holy Land to the homeland.

The move of the nobles of the peace faction to make peace with Indonesia will arrive today.

As long as nothing happens to the nobles of the peace faction, the signing of this peace will be no problem.

The atmosphere in the hall was quite pleasant, but some people did not particularly show that excitement. The nobles of the military faction will not thank the nobles of the peace faction for giving this Empire peace with their enemies. For the nobles of the military faction, doing so would be extremely regrettable and damage their own Nasional self-esteem and self-esteem.

Although he was a surrogate Emperor, there was no other choice but to be ignored by the nobles of the peace faction, while the people praised the Indonesian delegation that boldly came to the cage of their enemy.

For Maslac, it is a sin that cannot be forgiven. He could not forgive those who did not praise him, and he could not accept the words of those who thought Bogat could not bring peace and victory to the Empire.

The noble leadership of the peace faction led everyone to a toast, and the sound of the clanking of metal glasses echoed repeatedly in the hall.

After which, the sound of several gold-plated metal glasses fell to the floor.

It shattered the silence suddenly.

A few nobles of the peace faction lay on the floor, with their mouths slightly spitting out foam.

**

Nio was walking at the headquarters of his squad who was on standby while carrying a clipboard, he was in charge of making a maintenance report of the combat equipment of the 1st Scout Squad. He is still not used to glasses, he does not have contact lenses instead of his glasses. His new appearance turned out to make some people almost forget about Nio.

Now, all Expeditionary Force soldiers get the latest combat uniforms. Actually their latest striped uniform is an old inventory that can not be thrown away, said another old item that can not be allowed to jam in the warehouse.

The sound of the engine and the screams of the combat equipment maintenance crew echoed loudly in the garage, mixed with the cheers of some soldiers playing futsal and volleyball on the recently completed field. Some of the senior soldiers plucked guitars and sang on the sidelines of the free time the country gave them.

As Nio passed by at the headquarters of the 21st Cruiser Squad, they were reading a porn magazine, and the Squad members raised their hands in greeting to Nio.

Although the situation with the Luan Empire and Hrabro Kingdom heated up a little, on certain days the personnel would become somewhat bored. Usually they will be given a non-war mission in the form of patrolling the zone that is often passed by enemy troops, but they do not do it because there is not too much danger, besides drones can not be left idle.

Some of the soldiers felt like taking a walk in the refugee camp, flirting with the girls, or taking a vacation at the tourist attractions in the Kingdom of Arevelk. On these free days the personnel spend as much time as they like, such as cooking, washing, cleaning barracks, caring for chickens and estates, flirting with girls, kite playing, futsal or volleyball, fighting, etc, et cetera.

But, in fact, the pigs disguised as humans were not given time to rest in peace, or lament the enemy who died easily after being swept away by artillery and rockets. The nobles ordered them to protect the homeland from the barbaric otherworldly people.

This world was not the same as the origin world, which meant that there might be heaven or hell, but it was not the same as the beliefs of each of the soldiers. The soldiers were sure they would be given the noblest place after being killed protecting the country. Thinking about it made Nio chuckle while looking at the members of the 21st Cruiser Squad were reading a porn magazine.

“Being part of this unit, means it should be ready for recycling after it breaks.”

The other world is an unpredictable world, it applies to everything, including war. Nio was lucky that he finally returned to this world, and continued his duties as a servant of the country.

He could hear cheers after the net was torn due to Chandra's hard kick that did not help his colleagues and chose to compete futsal with other welfare squads. This is a rare sight found in other garrisons in Indonesia.

Daily patrols in anticipation of the enemy forces attack, gradually dampening the anxiety of the second wave of troops to be sent after the new year celebration, that means they will arrive tomorrow. According to the news, the number of second wave troops is about 5,200 soldiers, 10 MBTs, 6 military aircraft, including 2 strategic bombers and tanker aircraft, 12 tankboats, and hundreds of other military vehicles.

The situation was now rumored to be even more extreme, after quite some time ago dozens of winged humans flew over the Sacred Land. Allegedly while they were part of the enemy forces, and carried out sabotage missions. Their flying speed could be offset by drones, but killing them meant aggravating the situation.

The Expeditionary Force did not have adequate facilities for the entertainment of the young soldiers, nor the facilities the teenage soldiers needed. According to some groups in the DPR/MPR, these forces only need to defend and fight against enemies who make surprise attacks. With the meaning they are used as working pigs to protect the distended-bellied nobleman who sits casually in the parliamentary seat.

“Thanks to you, support for us is slightly increased.”

The one who spoke earlier was Fariz, a medical soldier and one of Nio's subordinates who had been talking to him a lot lately. The girl approached Nio who was writing the report material which was the deadline for her collection tomorrow afternoon.

“But, I've had enough time off. Especially leave when installing this bionic hand. Next, I will apply for leave time for you.”

Some of Nio's subordinates chuckled, and joined in on this conversation. Nio knew they were teenage soldiers who always hid bitter smiles, even though he did the same.

In the end, these teenage soldiers received the same treatment as the senior soldiers of the Main Force. Nio opened his mouth to speak, the first thing that came to his mind was….

“Reports I have to make quite a lot. Maybe I'll fake our patrol report. After all, the General also knew that all the soldiers were doing here was to relax and practice.”

“Yes, the superiors did not have time to read the reports from hundreds of commanders. They really did not read it, and only received for a sign that the troops were carrying out their duties.”

Everyone laughed calmly after Liben answered Nio's words, and Nio said “Everyone also needs to work casually” in a warm and sincere tone.

'Humans will not live off food and drink alone'.

Whether who created those words, words that were not quite as filling to the warrior sent to another world, there might be some mandate in those sentences. Life requires things like beer, coffee, or entertainment like games and musical performances or movies. A group of people in the parliament building throw the teenagers into this world, and feel no need to add food to keep them alive.

The Expeditionary Force could not rely on the soldiers' budget money, which was often reduced by lawmakers. If the troops want extra food, they raise chickens, and release hundreds of goats in the Holy Land overgrown with green grass, and set up a plantation on the east side outside the turtle fortress with an area of about 3 hectares.

Food delivered from Indonesia is really important. But, rather than being called food, the rations that the Expeditionary Force soldiers obtained looked like plastic explosives for a reason. No need to think too far, that this is the work of a group of people who sit relaxed while enjoying cigarettes in the parliament building.

Refugee camps are increasingly crowded, and almost all refugees can support themselves, and are no longer dependent on the Expeditionary Forces of concern.

There was no point in thinking about how hard the forces in this other world were fighting, just with words from the lawmakers, the people's trust in them only grew a little.

“For the entire commander of the Cruiser Squad! If you hear this message, we just want to get some news. That the enemy has formed an alliance with a country on another continent.!”.

The headfree that Nio was wearing on his right ear shook, signaling there was an incoming message.

Clearly, the voice came from the Command Headquarters Communication Center. Nio could not think that he regretted being sent to another world, it was his duty to protect the only family he had.

“Commander of the Scouting Squad, please head to the armory and prepare the equipment of their respective squads..!”

“Siap..!”

The eyes of all of Nio's subordinates narrowed with grim faces, they were ready if Nio ordered them at any time.

“Commander, when will we leave?”

Nio did not know whether he should like it or not with the response of some of his subordinates who seemed excited by the mission he finally got after a few days of idle.

Smiling, Nio answered his subordinate's question….

“Secapnya. Therefore, prepare yourself...!!!”

“Siap...!!!”

**

(Illustration of strategic bombers, image source pinterest)