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There was silence in the conference room, and the leaders of the Central Military Commission looked at each other with different expressions.

Fang Yu's proposal just now was like a stun bomb, blowing a crack in the solid fortress of traditional military thinking.

Chief of General Staff Xu Ruda tapped the tabletop with his knuckles, his brow furrowed;

Deputy Army Commander Zhang Lixin looked displeased, obviously dissatisfied with this move that challenged tradition.

"Words are not enough. Such a big decision cannot be made based on just a few words from me."

Fang Yu stood straight with a firm gaze, looking around at every senior CMC official in the conference room.

"Why not let the facts speak for themselves?"

"Give me a month, and I'll build a combined battalion to fight a reinforced regiment in a real fight."

"Let's see the results of the battle and then make a decision, how about that?"

Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Xu Ruda, pondered for a moment, tapping the conference table with his fingers, his eyes shifting between the documents and Fang Yu.

The entire conference room was silent, and everyone was waiting for the response from one of the highest commanders of the Dragon Army.

"Chief Engineer Fang's suggestion is very interesting,"

Xu Ruda finally spoke, his voice low and magnetic.

“Testing theories with actual combat is indeed the most convincing.”

The chief nodded.

"I also agree with the method of testing truth through practice."

"But... can a combined forces battalion be formed and trained in just one month?"

There was a hint of doubt in his eyes, but there was no denial in his tone.

Fang Yu straightened up and answered with confidence.

"Reporting to the Great Leader, although one month is tight, it is completely feasible."

"I have already selected the candidate units and personnel. They are all elites in their respective fields. We only need to conduct group training and coordinated combat exercises."

Major General Zhang Lixin, who was sitting on the side, couldn't help but ask a question.

"Chief Engineer Fang, from which units do you plan to draw personnel to form this so-called 'combined battalion'?"

"What is the specific organization of this battalion?"

There was obvious doubt in his tone. As a staunch supporter of the traditional military system, he was naturally reserved about this kind of innovation.

Fang Yu was well prepared. He walked to the projection screen and projected a detailed organizational chart.

"I plan to draw elite forces from the Northern Theater Command, including a tank company, two mechanized infantry companies, an artillery platoon, an air defense platoon, an engineering platoon, a communications platoon, plus necessary logistics and command personnel, totaling approximately 680 people."

He pointed a laser pointer at various parts of the structural diagram.

"These forces will be integrated into an organic whole, with each unit having a clear functional positioning while maintaining a high degree of interoperability."

"In terms of communication systems, we will adopt a brand-new battlefield network architecture to ensure that all combat units can share intelligence and battlefield situation in real time."

Xu Ruda nodded thoughtfully.

"What is the essential difference between this organization and our existing reinforced battalions?"

"The essential difference lies in the command structure and battlefield coordination," Fang Yu replied firmly. "A traditional reinforced battalion is a makeshift battle group, with each component maintaining a relatively independent command system and combat methods."

"A combined arms battalion is a completely integrated combat unit, with an integrated design from training, command to logistics support."

Lieutenant General Zhao Guoqiang, commander of the Southern Theater Command, stared at the organizational chart with a sharp gaze and suddenly spoke.

"This organization does seem very flexible, but the key is its actual combat effectiveness. Chief Engineer Fang, what kind of opponent do you plan to choose for the confrontation test you mentioned?"

"A standard reinforced regiment includes three infantry battalions, one tank battalion, plus regimental artillery and engineering support, with a total strength of about 2500 people."

Fang Yu answered confidently.

"We are at a disadvantage in terms of troop strength, but I believe the combat effectiveness of the combined arms battalion will make up for this gap."

This answer caused an uproar in the meeting hall.

Several older generals exchanged incredulous glances with each other—a battalion against a regiment? This was almost unimaginable in traditional military thinking.

"It's too risky!" Major General Zhang Lixin shook his head. "This kind of confrontation with such a disparity in strength, even in an exercise, would cause frustration among the soldiers and be detrimental to their morale."

But Lieutenant General Zhao Guoqiang became interested in this bold idea.

"Let me understand, Chief Engineer Fang, do you think quality can make up for the difference in quantity?"

"Can the combat capability of this combined battalion really be more than three times that of the traditional one?"

"Yes, Commander Zhao."

Fang Yu's tone became more determined.

"On the modern battlefield, combat effectiveness is no longer simply proportional to the number of troops."

“Information superiority, speed of decision-making, firepower accuracy, and coordination are the decisive factors. The design of the combined arms battalion is optimized for these elements of modern warfare.”

Chief of Staff Xu Ruda pondered for a moment and turned to the leader.

"Captain, I think Chief Engineer Fang's proposal is worth a try."

"If successful, it will provide a strong basis for future organizational reforms in our military; if not, at least we can gain valuable combat experience."

The chief tapped his fingers lightly on the table, his eyes sweeping over every officer present.

He knew that this decision was far more important than a simple exercise, as it concerned the development direction of the Dragon Kingdom's army for decades to come.

Finally, he nodded slowly.

"Okay, it's settled."

"I approve Chief Engineer Fang's proposal to conduct a real-world combat exercise in a month."

He added seriously.

“But there are several conditions: first, the exercise must be conducted under strict safety measures;”

"Second, the selection and preparation of the two forces must be fair; third, an evaluation panel composed of representatives from each service should be established to ensure objectivity and fairness in the assessment."

Fang Yu stood at attention and saluted.

“Yes! I guarantee to complete the task!”

The chief turned to Xu Ruda and said, "Boss Xu, you will be responsible for coordinating the preparations for this exercise."

"Choose a suitable training site, preferably one with complex terrain and close to actual combat conditions."

Xu Ruda nodded in agreement.

"The Northeast Military Region's 'Tiger Roar' exercise ground has diverse terrain, including mountains, hills, plains, and rivers, making it ideal for comprehensively testing the combined arms battalion's combat capabilities."

"That's it," the chief said, then turned to Fang Yu. "Chief Engineer Fang, I'll be there in person to observe this exercise in a month. I hope your combined battalion can demonstrate the revolutionary changes you mentioned."

After the meeting, the crowd gradually dispersed, only General Chen stayed and walked to Fang Yu.

He patted Fang Yu's shoulder, his tone full of appreciation and concern.

"Xiao Fang, you're making a big bet this time."

Fang Yu smiled slightly: "Mr. Chen, this is not gambling, but science."

"On future battlefields, flexible combined battalion formations will become the mainstream."

"The Dragon Army must be at the forefront of this path, otherwise we will pay a heavy price on future battlefields."

General Chen's eyes became deep.

“I have confidence in you, but don’t underestimate the inertia of the traditional military system. Your combined arms battalion must achieve an overwhelming victory to truly promote reform.”

Fang Yu nodded, his eyes firm.

"I understand. That's why I chose this unequal confrontation. Only by facing an enemy three times our size and winning can we truly prove the value of the combined arms battalion."

"Have you decided on your candidates?" General Chen asked. "The success or failure of this exercise depends largely on the quality of the officers and soldiers who participate."

"The 38th Division of the Northern Theater Command has a young battalion commander named Wang Gang, who has performed outstandingly in peacekeeping missions. He has an active mind and dares to innovate."

"I plan to ask him to be the commander of the combined battalion." Fang Yu mentioned the candidate he had already considered.

General Chen's eyes lit up.

"Wang Gang? I know this young man. He really has great potential."

"However, you must remember that even the best commander needs an excellent team. In this month, we need to integrate officers and soldiers from different branches into an organic whole. This task is arduous."

There was a determined glint in Fang Yu's eyes.

"Please rest assured, Mr. Chen, I have already developed a detailed training plan."

"This month, I will personally participate in training and guidance to ensure that every officer and soldier in the combined arms battalion understands and implements the new combat theory." "The exercise in a month will be an important step in the modernization of the Longguo Army."

General Chen nodded with satisfaction, and the two walked out of the meeting room side by side.

The eastern sky was already turning pale, heralding the beginning of a new day. The future of the Dragon Nation's army would also open a new chapter in this upcoming military transformation...