"Additionally, our left wing's Fourth Regiment refused your request for a joint sweep."
"The Seventh Regiment on the right wing replied very politely, stating they would cooperate as long as there were orders from above. However, in reality, they also refused."
The aide chose his words carefully and spoke with great caution. During this time, messages from all sides were unfavorable to the colonel. Situations like delayed military supplies or lack of cooperation from allied forces were absolutely impossible back when the colonel was still on the priority candidate list. Now, with retirement imminent and no favorable arrangements in sight, many were quick to kick him while he was down.
Chen Jixian silently concluded his inspection, saying, "Let's go. Stand your last watch."
After descending the platform and entering a deserted corridor, Chen Jixian abruptly said, "Sorry for dragging you into this."
