Chapter 3213 Two Handsome Men in the Same Room (Part 2)

Vatutin, who only knows one side of the story, still doesn't understand what Zhukov's reason for "disobeying orders" means.

He wanted to ask the chief of the general staff for details, but he saw that the chief of staff had just been scolded and didn't want to say too much.

Vatutin, who had calmed down, had no choice but to meet Zhukov in person to see what he was up to. He was able to get a general commander like Malashenko to the point of dismissal, and even planned to report him as a negative example.

Although they were both marshals, Zhukov was in a higher position.

There were no less procedures. Vatutin, who saluted and reported when he entered the door, waited until Zhukov stood up and responded to the salute, and then he couldn't wait to blurt out the problem that bothered him.

"Comrade Defense Minister, I don't understand why you suddenly want to dismiss Comrade Malashenko? And you want to criticize him as a negative example. You know how much impact this will have, right?"

Zhukov certainly knew the impact, and knew that Vatutin must have come for Malashenko, so he didn't show any surprise or surprise.

Frankly speaking, if Zhukov were to evaluate it himself, the friendship between Malashenko and Vatutin would be superior to that between himself and Malashenko in terms of personal relationship.

The reason is very simple and not difficult to understand.

Malashenko and Vatutin are not just superiors and subordinates and comrades-in-arms. Vatutin's life was saved on the battlefield.

Even Zhukov, who personally went to the scene of the incident afterwards, concluded that if Malashenko had not led the army to arrive in time, Vatutin would not only be in danger, but also almost dead.

With this special relationship, and the fact that Vatutin is still Malashenko's direct superior, the Berlin garrison itself is part of the East German cluster and the core.

Zhukov could have expected that Vatutin would definitely protect Malashenko, or at least stand up for Malashenko and come to him to make a scene.

Now his premonition has indeed come true, but it is faster than expected.

Zhukov, who did not think this was a surprise at all, just slowly opened his mouth and told Vatutin how Malashenko disobeyed orders and refused to execute them, and everything that had just happened this morning.

Of course, it was from Zhukov's own perspective and position, and in the end he put the blame on Malashenko for "repeatedly disobeying orders and having no sense of military mission at all."

"Is it just because of this? Just because of this? Comrade Defense Minister."

Facing Vatutin's unbelievable expression, Zhukov, who was sitting on the chair, just spoke expressionlessly.

"Isn't that enough? A soldier can't even follow orders, and can't do the most basic mission. If everyone follows Malashenko, what will the army become? Tell me, Comrade Vatutin."

"But Comrade Defense Minister, do you think this is a serious military order? If Malashenko refuses to execute any military order, you don't need to intervene. I will personally deal with him seriously and make sure it's done."

"But what is this kind of order for? I don't need me to say it or you to explain it. We all understand it. If Malashenko is unwilling to execute it and doesn't want to get involved, it can be his own choice. You can also change someone or a unit to do it. Why do you have to destroy him? Use him as a negative example to report to the whole army for criticism. Have you ever thought about what this means for Malashenko's future?"

"He is only 41 years old, 41 years old! From the end of the war to now, we have all witnessed how much Comrade Malashenko has contributed to the construction and development of the army. He has spent less time with his beloved family than teaching students in the classroom, not to mention that Comrade Malashenko has done much more than this."

"Such a person, a well-known Red Army hero full of honors and merits, has become a well-known negative example because of this? What would the enemy think if they knew? All of us will be praised by the enemy! Definitely! And we will be praised by the enemy for a lifetime, and we will continue to be praised a hundred years after you and I die! Do you remember what Comrade Lenin said?"

Before Zhukov, who was stunned and obviously thought of something, spoke, Vatutin, who asked and answered himself, had already given the answer.

"When the enemy praises you, you probably did something stupid. Is this truth so difficult to understand?"

Yes, if Vatutin hadn't mentioned it, Zhukov would have almost forgotten it.

When those enemies who have always been labeled as imaginary enemies know that the "most dangerous man in the entire Soviet army", "the flesh-and-blood war machine left by Stalin", and "the Soviet army's combat power amplifier" that they feared were destroyed by their own people.

If you think about it from the perspective of the enemy, you will probably sing praises for it and shout "well done!".

Zhukov's expression fluctuated, and Vatutin, who saw this detail and was secretly excited, was about to continue speaking.

But he didn't expect Zhukov to speak first.

"I admit that I did not consider some details properly, but in any case, Malashenko's disobedience cannot be let go, and this must not be the beginning."

""

Vatutin could feel that Zhukov had not finished speaking, so he did not speak and continued to wait.

Zhukov, who had a complicated expression, was seen frowning and thinking, but it didn't last long. He made his decision after only about ten seconds.

"Reports used as negative teaching materials to circulate criticism can be cancelled, but Malashenko must be removed from his post."

"What about the leader army? How do you plan to arrange the leader army?"

""

Zhukov, who was pressed by Vatutin with words, did not want to have another attack. He also knew that having an attack at this time was of no use, and it would not do him any good to spread the word.

"Revocation of the honorary title of the Leader's Army is what Comrade Khrushchev wants to see. As for other related orders"

After being persuaded by the Chief of General Staff and the commander of the East German Cluster, Zhukov, who had become clearer and no longer completely obsessed with personal interests, finally realized that since he no longer intended to use the leader's army for his own benefit, Zhukov It is no longer necessary to do extra work for the leader army.

He simply went on with the flow and said it out.

"Revoke them all, and only retain the decision to revoke the honorary title of the Leader's Army and remove Malashenko from his post. The Leader's Army will continue to stay with you, and I will arrange for other units to rotate the Moscow garrison."

Vatugin took a deep breath and nodded slightly, but there was one last thing to say, so he spoke without any hesitation.

"I want to take Malashenko away, and of course I will follow any orders issued by the General Staff Headquarters. There will be no conflict between the two."

"Besides, I think that if Malashenko continues to stay in Moscow, he will be an eyesore and of no use to you, Comrade Defense Minister. I will take him away and take him to a place where the enemy needs to be deterred, and it will be the same for you. It’s beneficial, isn’t it?”