Steel Soviet Union

Unlike most of the "old ministers of the former dynasty", either their lives were unsatisfactory or they were stuck in the same place.

Malokov, who did not follow Beria, assessed the situation, made a decision that was in line with the background of the times, and took action. In terms of behavior alone, he is quite "a man who knows the current affairs is a hero", at least he has a lieutenant general on his shoulders now. Military rank is the best proof.

"Hey, listen. I don't know what your relationship is with him now or what you think of him, but I don't like this guy."

"He gives me a changeable, weird, and cold feeling, and he is almost emotionless in his behavior. At least it has been like this in the past few years. I advise you to stay away from him and don't have anything to do with him unless necessary." With a lot of contacts, someone like him can easily deal with us, even if he is just a lieutenant general."

Malashenko knew that Lavrinenko was not joking. Anyone who could make a name for himself on the streets of Moscow would not know how popular and popular Malokov is now. Compared with Ma Rashenko did not make concessions when he was promoted to commander of the leadership division.

"According to what you say, we can't neglect him, otherwise we will be remembered for this matter. Do you think it's a good deal?"

""

Lavrinenko, who was stunned by Malashenko's rhetorical question, blinked and was speechless and unable to refute.

After knocking on the draft of the textbook that had been marked as revised and sorted out in his hand, Malashenko put it aside on the desk. He stood up, straightened out the wrinkles in his military uniform, and already made a decision.

"I'm going to receive him. He's probably here because of me and not you."

"I'm probably here because of Marshal Zhukov's affairs. After all, I am one of the relevant personnel. It is unlikely that I came here specifically for other matters at this time."

Lavrinenko, who felt a bit bad when he heard Malashenko's words, hurriedly spoke.

"What? Are you sure nothing will happen to you? What if he takes you away?"

"Then I won't be taken away by him if I sit in the office? If the person who came to arrest me has slapped the arrest warrant on the table by now, how about sitting on the sofa in the reception room and waiting?"

Before he finished speaking, he thought about some of his contacts with Malokov in the past two years. Malashenko, who was generally confident, continued.

"Don't worry, nothing will happen. No matter what happens, they won't take me away. Wait until I come back."

After finishing speaking, Malashenko, who didn't wait for Lavrinenko to reply, had already grabbed the military cap on the table, put it on his head, straightened it, then opened the door and left.

When Malashenko saw him in person, Malokov, who had already been awarded the title of KGB Lieutenant General, was looking at him with a smile. Before Malashenko could reach him, he stood up and stepped forward to greet him. .

"Just like before, we meet again, Comrade Malashenko! The scenery in Fulda is better than I imagined. I hope your stay here is not too boring and lonely."

Malashenko knew that Malokov liked to hide things behind his words, which was different from many Slavs who liked to go straight and say what they wanted to say.

Malashenko, who could probably understand this hint, obviously already had the answer based on Malokov's series of actions from the moment they met until now, on what to say and how to say it.

"Fortunately, you know me. People like me can find work anywhere. As long as I have a pen and a desk, I can continue to shine and contribute value."

"Oh, then the value is greatly reduced, Comrade Malashenko. It should be more than this, far more than this."

In this way, Malashenko understood something more clearly and was convinced. After the brief laughter and greetings, he immediately invited Malokov to sit down.

Unexpectedly, Malokov, who didn't say much and just raised his hand, said no. Before Malashenko could realize what he meant, he continued to speak with a smile.

"Let's talk somewhere else, Comrade Malashenko, I have something to discuss with you."

After hearing this, Malashenko raised his eyes and looked at the spacious reception room and the door panel with only average sound insulation. He immediately understood what Malokov wanted.

Then he raised his hand and pointed towards a small side door at the end of the reception room. The knowing Malokov also took the initiative to step forward and followed Malashenko into the small lounge, which was undisturbed and safer.

"You know something. Zhukov has been officially removed from his post, and the level of your army headquarters must have received internal notifications."

Malokov, who changed his previous conversation and got straight to the point when he entered and sat down, got right to the point. There was no need for Malashenko, who was pretending to be confused, to sit on the sofa next to him and nodded in response.

"Yes, although it is a bit sudden, I am already aware of this matter. Is there anything I need to do to cooperate with the investigation?"

Malashenko spoke intuitively. Malokov, who smiled and nodded in recognition, then took out a document bag from his briefcase, removed the confidential seal with his own hands, took out the document, and handed it to In front of Malashenko.

"What's this?"

"It goes without saying, Comrade Malashenko, you know what this is. At the same time, I also brought you a gift."

"Gift???"

Malashenko couldn't think of a gift that Malokov, a KGB lieutenant general, could give him. Could he also give him a Gulag package, food, accommodation, and lifetime travel tickets?

But soon something familiar appeared in Malokov's hand, and he handed it to him again.

"You're not kidding? Is this serious?"

Looking at the signing in his hand, the general promotion order that he had seen once in Zhukov's office had now been signed.

Obviously, this is not evidence of an attack on the enemy, but a written order that can really produce results.

"The KGB doesn't play tricks on people, Comrade Malashenko, you know that might scare people out of their minds."

""

Malokov, who said this in a joke, had already confirmed that what Malashenko was thinking was true before Malashenko could speak.

"Comrade Khrushchev learned that you sternly refused to join the Zhukov faction and adhered to the bottom line even if Zhukov retaliated and dismissed you from office. He greatly appreciates you and is very satisfied, and is prepared to make a public review of you in the next report. Communicate praise and establish a positive role model image for you.”

"At the same time, your promotion review has also been officially approved and was personally approved by Comrade Khrushchev."

"And it's not just the general. Comrade Vatutin will be transferred and leave soon. The Supreme High Command has asked for his opinion on whether you should succeed the post of commander of the East German cluster. The answer is yes. It is estimated that it will not be long before you It’s time to fulfill your new duties.”