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General Minamino's Pov.
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Understanding who a true leader really is, was a little complicated at first. During the first years I was inaugurated as the General of the Army, I barely knew what it means to be a leader and had no idea of the responsibilities that were on my shoulders.
I thought being the strongest was all to it. But, I realized after few years of ruling that the strongest weren't the most capable of leading.
A very powerful leader who lacks quick decision making skills is as good as useless. A person who can't choose to kill or spare his adversaries right before the battle begins, is unfit to be a leader.
"I really expect much from his (Hiroshi's) son." I said inwardly, as I gulped down a glass of wine.
Come to think of it, today's the day I give my verdict on the latest proposal of a freshman.
The idea of an automatic rank display at the top left shoulder of a military personnel is a very brilliant suggestion. But, the possibilities of his project being approved will depend on his presentation skill.
The freshmen that entered this time around are kind of scary, they seem to be the ones that will take over our ruins (vacant positions). Waiting for five years before another wave of military recruitments was annoying but, stress free.
"What's keeping him?" I mumbled as I took a slant sitting posture, resting my head on the chair.
*Knock! Knock! Knock!'
'That should be him.' I said inwardly.
"Come in." I said without further questioning.
The door was opened by two guards who ushered an individual in, before falling to their knees for proper salutations.
"Sir!" *Both guards echoed in unison, before the one standing towards the left kept silence to give room to the other at the right side to speak.
"This is the newbie that will be meeting with you today at 4:00PM sharp sir!" *The guard at the right said with a firm rooted salute.
"More like 4:00PM dull." I said alongside a bored look, as I dropped the glass cup on the table gently.
"Eh?!" The guards echoed with surprise, and fear.
"This is 4:15!" I pointed at my mini clock that was on my table, while giving a dissatisfied look at the project proposer.
"I presume you know the consequences of turning up seconds late for an interview." I said with a cocky smile.
"I am well aware of the consequences sir, pardon me for a showing up late." He gave a thin smile as he bowed slightly in respect.
'Trying to get favored eh?' I thought as I gave him the permission to rise with my hands.
"You can have your seat." I told the proposer with a gentle smile.
"If you would permit." He said humbly as he sat down.
"You're free to excuse us." I stared at the guards with a relaxed look while giving them the permission to be excused.
"Yes sir!" They saluted in unison before marching out.
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"I'm really honored to be seating alongside a genius like you sir, you wouldn't mind if I introduced myself would you?" He asked with a reassuring smile.
"S--Sure, I don't mind." I made a gesture with my hands while replying him.
'He's really a genius'. I said inwardly.
He kept pushing his next actions to me, leaving me to decide what he's going to say next. That's a big business strategist we've got there.
I observed his decent composure while he talked.
"My name is Shinsui Kyonotaro." He touched his chest for emphasis as his facial expression was very calm. It looked like he wasn't under pressure with the level of confidence he spoke with.
Without further hesitation, I cut straight to the crux of the matter.
"So, there's a project called 'the automatic rank promoter for militants', I assume it was solely your idea." I said to reaffirm his submission.
"Yes sir!" *He replied with a hint of worry.
"There's no need to worry, *I reassured him to clear any doubts he had* your project proposal got to me weeks ago. And after viewing them, I find it worthy of being used.
That's if your presentation goes down well."
*He readjusted his sitting position before speaking.
"I hope I will find favor in thy sight." He said, before breathing in, and out slowly.
"You may begin." I said, as I filled my glass cup with wine.
"As you've read in the first submission sir, 'the automatic rank promoter for militants' was solely invented and designed by me."
*He brings out a black device that was around the size of an ear pod.
"This, *He pointed to the device* is an automated machine created to keep an eye on every militant's development through ranking, it's also another way of numbering the army as each militant would be given the device. It is also portable as it only needs to be placed on the left shoulders of each militants for easier recognition.
And also, anyone who wears a tank top, can place theirs on the left side of their chest". *He pointed the device to me with a smile.
I sighed on receiving the device, before expressing mine opinion. "Isn't that just a monitoring plot of yours?" I asked as I stroked my chin.
"Eh! No it isn't. Although it could be used to monitor their development and numbers." He said while waving his hands mid air to emphasize his innocence.
"So who's going to be in charge of monitoring?" I asked him bluntly.
"Erm, I really thought it was going to be handled and supervised by you sir." He scratched his head as he replied.
"I see....." *I am glad he wasn't hoping to be in charge of it but, it would only mean more work and less free time for me. Oh! I think I know the perfect people that would handle this project.
"That's right, could you elaborate on the project?" I asked to see if he had anything else to offer.
......
After few minutes of elaboration, I gave him a piece of my mind.
"The idea's a great one, and I'm in support of it but, there's a slight issue I have with it. You say it is created to rank every single militant right?" I inquired.
"Yes sir." He replied.
"That's where the problem is unfortunately. I'm afraid it wouldn't be possible." I said.
Immediately I said that, I expected to see a sour look on his face but, his facial expression remained relaxed.
"The numbering of the others isn't the problem but, the numbering of the generals is. It could cause unnecessary unrest and rivalry between squads, which must be avoided at all times when it has to do with the generals. And besides, ranking the shadow blades (generals) would be useless and a waste of time because, every general has his or her area of specialization.
Take for example, General Kiirito who has a major ability that I and the other generals do not possess, which is Immortality." I said.
"Immortality?" He asks with a surprised expression.
"Yes immortality. Why did you think he was given the nickname 'Saxvch the Ghost'?
That's because of his immortality, and his striking resemblance to a legend that was also immortal about a thousand years ago. But why don't we keep that for another day?" I said as I stood up to stretch my limbs.
"So according to your example, what you are saying is that you are in support of the project but, not in support of the generals been ranked?" Shinsui asked.
"Exactly!" I replied with a nod.
"Then consider this project only for the soldiers excluding the generals." He said, as he bumped his fists in excitement.
"Well said, I'll get back to you in two weeks' time." I said while using the table as support for my hands while standing.
"I'll gladly wait sir." He replied politely, as he stood up to take his leave.
"This is definitely going to be handled by the Soul heaters." I said inwardly.