I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 42

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Episode 42

 

“Instructor, as far as I know, Lieutenant Paran Oclo hasn’t even been commissioned for a year yet. Isn’t the position of frontline supply Company commander too high for him?”

 

The supply Company commander position for a Military Camp of Rimircastle’s importance and scale starts at captain rank at minimum.

 

“He’s currently doing it at the 1st Division, which is also on the frontline. What problem could there be?”

 

“Even if they’re both frontlines, there’s a difference in the weight they carry, isn’t there?”

 

In reality, though he would soon take off his uniform, the current supply Company commander was a captain on the verge of promotion to major.

 

“Hmm, it seems His Majesty told us to cast off the rigid culture of the Military organization. I suppose the Commander-in-Chief understood it differently.”

 

Calren indirectly mocked him with ‘Are you ignoring the Emperor’s words?’

 

Knowing that a mistake here could lead to serious trouble, Bast carefully chose his words.

 

“I’m worried whether a junior officer who hasn’t even been commissioned for a year can properly handle such an important responsibility.”

 

“Then all the more reason to entrust it to him, wouldn’t you say? He’s already proven himself at the 1st Division.”

 

Calren was pushing forward more strongly than he had ever done before.

 

In truth, Bast would also like to just assign him the position, but the Military wasn’t an organization that operated purely on merit.

 

‘There will definitely be talk, and I wonder if he can handle even that.’

 

An officer commissioned less than a year ago taking over a position held by a senior captain.

 

If he failed to produce proper results, it was all too obvious that the hyenas would swarm in to tear him apart.

 

“Understood. Since this is a matter His Majesty the Emperor will decide anyway, let’s include it for now. Any other opinions?”

 

This time Bast looked around and asked, but unfortunately there was hardly any useful content.

 

And that afternoon.

 

The Emperor adopted Calren’s opinion without a moment’s hesitation.

 

The personnel order was issued immediately.

 

When Bast was about to stamp his seal at the bottom of the personnel order, the Emperor stopped his action.

 

“Wait. Now that I think about it, it would be proper to stamp the imperial seal.”

 

“The imperial seal…?”

 

At the Emperor’s unexpected words, Bast and everyone attending the afternoon meeting widened their eyes.

 

“I’m thinking of encouraging two talents heading to the Empire’s frontline. Is there some problem with that?”

 

“N-no problem at all. Here it is.”

 

Bast carefully placed the personnel order in front of the Emperor.

 

“I do hope these two will solve the problems.”

 

Thud!

 

The imperial crest of the seal, said to be made from dragon’s teeth, was imprinted at the bottom of the two personnel orders.

 

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“Mm, this is what a life overflowing with work-life balance looks like.”

 

It had already been a month since successfully normalizing the Dining Hall.

 

Was it true that joy comes after hardship?

 

Life these days could be said to be happier than ever before.

 

“There’s nothing to do, no work.”

 

Originally this was a position where you’d get stressed from food-related complaints, but in the past month, the number of complaints received was zero.

 

On the contrary, some soldiers were so moved by the meals that they even wrote letters to the Division Commander praising me.

 

‘Because of that, the Division Commander does visit the Dining Hall frequently, but well, that’s fine.’

 

Only people with something to hide tremble when Superior Officers come.

 

For a model officer like me, the Division Commander’s visit? It’s just one curious old man coming by.

 

“I should go play around for a bit.”

 

An indulgence that would have been unimaginable until last month.

 

Now I even left the food ingredient orders to the Guild, so time is what I have in abundance.

 

“Company commander, where are you going?”

 

Sergeant Gordon, who had become close after moving to the Dining Hall Office two weeks ago, spoke to me as I was heading outside.

 

“I’m going to the Beverage Shop to stock up on some drinks. Oh, while I’m at it, I’ll buy some for the soldiers too, so could you tell me the headcount?”

 

After all, you can’t enjoy the sweet life alone.

 

“You don’t need to go that far.”

 

“They’re working in a hot environment, so this much is what a Company commander should do.”

 

“Then we’ll gratefully accept. Philip!”

 

Gordon called over a soldier who was nearby.

 

“Yes, Sergeant Major!”

 

“The Company commander says he’ll buy drinks, so check the number of people currently on duty.”

 

“Wow!! Company commander, thank you!!”

 

Philip’s voice was loud enough to be heard all the way to the back of the Kitchen, causing multiple soldiers to cheer.

 

‘If this kind of reaction comes from drinks, the efficiency isn’t bad?’

 

I should buy them often in the future.

 

“Well then, I’ll be back. If anything happens…”

 

“I’ll handle everything, so go and come back comfortably.”

 

Is this what you call sergeant experience?

 

He seems to know that I’m going out to play.

 

“Haha, then I’ll trust only you, Sergeant Major.”

 

I took the paper with the headcount and headed to the Beverage Shop.

 

“There’s no one here.”

 

This could also be called my achievement – as the meal quality improved, the Beverage Shop’s sales apparently dropped by more than half.

 

‘If this were run by civilians, it would be regrettable, but it’s not, so.’

 

I first picked out drinks to give to the soldiers.

 

“Apple juice? Hmm, that’s too ordinary.”

 

Bringing something like this might get a worse reaction than not giving anything at all.

 

“This has been popular lately.”

 

<Fizzy Peach>

 

As quick-witted people would know from the name, it’s peach-flavored carbonated water, and its characteristic is that it costs twice as much as regular drinks.

 

‘Was it expensive because they need a special magic tool to make the carbonation?’

 

I heard it while talking with soldiers before, but I don’t remember the details clearly.

 

‘At 2 silver per bottle, it would cost almost 5 silver outside.’

 

For the price of one bottle of drink, it’s truly at a vicious level.

 

“Excuse me, I’m looking to purchase about 200 bottles of this. Do you have the stock?”

 

The headcount I received was about forty people, but how could I only buy for them?

 

‘I should take care of the soldiers who worked yesterday evening and are now resting in the Barracks too.’

 

If there are leftovers, they can save them for later.

 

“As many as 200 bottles…?”

 

The soldier showed signs of confusion at the unexpected quantity.

 

“Don’t you have them?”

 

“We do have them since they came in yesterday. Are you purchasing them now?”

 

“I’ll send a Carriage for pickup later, so please just handle the payment.”

 

Including coffee to stock in the Office, I paid a total of 5 gold and left the Shop.

 

‘This leaves about two hours until lunch.’

 

I briefly considered sword training, but quickly dismissed the idea.

 

“A person needs to rest sometimes too.”

 

I don’t plan to completely abandon the sword, but there’s absolutely no need to rush like before.

 

“Today I’ll go help with work.”

 

Though it’s automation I achieved, that doesn’t mean anyone would look favorably on me just playing around.

 

“Hm? Did the Division Commander come again?”

 

I was heading to Headquarters to give coffee to the Director when I saw about ten people moving busily at the Entrance.

 

“Damn it, where did the Company commander go?”

 

“We sent a soldier to the Beverage Shop, so he should be back soon.”

 

A conversation that clearly showed they were looking for me.

 

Something felt quite ominous.

 

‘Should I run?’

 

I’m an expert among experts at detecting downfall, and this was definitely a situation to flee from.

 

“Oh?! Company Commander!”

 

“Come quickly! Something terrible has happened!”

 

Just as I was about to turn around, the battalion staff spotted me.

 

‘Damn it, I should have moved faster.’

 

Somehow I’m always one timing too late.

 

“What’s going on?”

 

I approached Sergeant Gordon, who was at least someone I was friendly with, and asked.

 

“I don’t know the exact details either, but the Division Commander urgently asked for you and the Director.”

 

“Urgently?”

 

Then something must have happened, and it seems I definitely should have escaped somehow.

 

“You said the Battalion Commander’s Office, right?”

 

“Yes, I think you should go up there right away.”

 

“I suppose so.”

 

I was a bit nervous, but I tried to keep my mind as light as possible and went up to the second floor.

 

Knock knock.

 

“Supply Company Commander Lieutenant Paran Oclo. May I come in?”

 

“Come in.”

 

After receiving permission, I carefully opened the door and stepped inside.

 

“Loyalty!”

 

As soon as I made eye contact with Division Commander General Beerman sitting in the seat of honor, I immediately saluted.

 

“Where have you been?”

 

“The soldiers seemed to be suffering too much in this heat, so I went to the beverage shop to buy them drinks. I apologize for keeping you waiting.”

 

Honestly, I wasn’t really sorry, but you’re supposed to apologize first anyway.

 

“It’s fine. You weren’t off playing around, so what’s there to be sorry about.”

 

I felt a pang of guilt for a moment, but I hid my emotions with thorough expression management.

 

“But I heard you were looking for me urgently. Has some problem occurred?”

 

“It has. A very big problem.”

 

General Beerman’s expression was ominous.

 

“What kind of…”

 

“It’s really unfortunate. After a long time, I met a sharp officer who does proper work, but now I have to send him away like this.”

 

“Pardon…?”

 

Where exactly was he sending me?

 

This place was my home and sanctuary.

 

“It’s a personnel order that came down urgently from the capital last night. The subjects are Captain Siel and Lieutenant Paran Oclo.”

 

The Division Commander said this while placing two sheets of paper he had brought onto the desk.

 

“Since this is a personnel order issued by His Majesty the Emperor, show proper respect.”

 

“Pardon…?”

 

Why was the Emperor suddenly coming up here?

 

It was hard to understand mentally, but seeing Siel kneeling right next to me, I belatedly came to my senses.

 

“Captain Siel is hereby relieved of his position as Operations Control Room Director and appointed as Rimiru Garrison Support Battalion Commander. Simultaneously, in recognition of his merit in stabilizing the chaotic battalion, he is promoted to Major. Personnel Authority: Demian Raikan.”

 

“Major Siel, I accept His Majesty the Emperor’s command and will complete my mission!”

 

A promotion and personnel transfer accomplished in an instant.

 

Glancing at Siel’s expression, he looked extremely flustered right now.

 

“Next, Lieutenant Paran Oclo.”

 

General Beerman turned his head to look down at me kneeling.

 

“Lieutenant Paran Oclo is hereby relieved of his position as 1st Division Supply Company Commander and appointed as Rimiru Garrison Support Battalion Supply Company Commander. Personnel Authority: Demian Raikan.”

 

“Lieutenant Paran Oclo, I accept His Majesty the Emperor’s command!”

 

Anyone could see this was a set transfer with Siel.

 

Well, the transfer itself was fine, but the problem was the location.

 

‘Rimircastle? Are they insane?’

 

The frontline of frontlines.

 

Just being a supply company commander didn’t make it a safe place.

 

“Additionally, the Supreme Commander has sent a letter, so check it.”

 

General Beerman handed me a luxurious envelope.

 

“The Supreme Commander sent this to me…?”

 

“That’s right. You seem to be more popular than even me. I’m quite envious.”

 

It wasn’t a pleasant kind of envy at all, but I forced a smile and checked the contents.

 

-I highly evaluate and commend the Lieutenant’s proactive actions for boosting military morale and combat effectiveness.

 

The current situation at Rimircastle has internal problems… In this situation, I look forward to the Lieutenant’s outstanding performance in leading the 1st Division in the right direction.

 

Additionally, I promise unconditional support for cooperation with the Oclo Trading Guild for the normalization of Rimircastle, so I hope you will give your all.

 

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Very, very long content.

 

In summary, it was saying they’d provide supporting fire, so deliver solid results.

 

‘Damn it, this is why you shouldn’t work hard. They keep asking for impossible things.’

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