There was a lot to talk about, so Commander Xia didn't take the elevator. Instead, he led Ye Jian and the guard from the eighth floor to the first floor.
The guard in front was walking ahead, so he could trigger the light sensors for the rest of them. Like the guard in the back, he kept an eight-step distance from Commander Xia. He could keep an eye on the situation around him without disturbing the commander-in-chief's conversation with Ye Jian.
When it came to serious matters, the commander-in-chief's voice was very serious. "I'm very relieved to have you accompany me. The matter of conferring a title is not that big of a deal, but it concerns future promotions, experience, and qualifications. After all, the two of you can't work in the special forces for the rest of your lives. When you reach a certain age, you'll have to take a back seat. At that time, your qualifications and experience will affect your promotion.
