Chapter 239: Cold Shot

Lying on the hospital bed, Brezhnev barely opened his eyes and looked at the people in front of him.

Ustinov, Gromyko, Andropov... After learning that Brezhnev was ill, these people came to the ward to visit him as soon as possible.

Judging from his position, General Tsvigon was not qualified to be among the first group of people to visit, but he was Brezhnev's brother-in-law, so after receiving the news that the General Secretary was ill, Andropov immediately called General Tsvigon in person and brought him to the hospital.

"The general secretary was very happy these days, so he drank a lot of vodka." Brezhnev's personal doctor told everyone: "Especially at dinner today, after drinking a large glass of vodka, he suddenly fainted."

In fact, the bigwigs who controlled the Red Empire all had privileges, such as private doctors, etc., except for Andropov, who had always been strict with himself and had no privileges. Otherwise, Andrei and Ekaterina would not have had to try so hard to trick Andropov into going to the hospital for examination. The incorruptible Andropov was simply an outlier in the eyes of others, but because of this, he also gained Brezhnev's trust.

"Alas, I'm getting old." Brezhnev was still very pale, but his mind was quite clear. He looked at his ministers and said, "My health is getting worse and worse. I used to be fine after drinking a whole bottle of vodka, but now I only drink one glass. It seems that I am no longer suitable to be the general secretary."

This was the first time Brezhnev had said this. When he heard this, there was a burst of opposition from the audience: "No, General Secretary, you have just been overworked these days. You should rest in the hospital first. When you are well again, we will still be waiting for your instructions!"

"Yes, General Secretary, you are the helmsman of the Soviet. We are all looking forward to your return to work as soon as possible. The Soviet cannot do without your leadership."

Nonsense, who dares to say Leonid at this time, you are so old, you should retire and enjoy your old age. Stalin played such a trick back then, every time he said he would retire, whoever agreed would be in trouble.

"General Secretary, you should rest and recuperate here. In half a month, it will be the October Revolution Parade, and we are all waiting for you to step onto the reviewing stand." Andropov's last words were not loud, but they were the most important: "If the Americans find out that you are not on the reviewing stand, I don't know how they will vilify us."

October Revolution! In half a month, it will be the October Revolution again. A grand military parade is held every year, and Brezhnev stands on the reviewing stand every year. If he is not there this year, the Americans will definitely spread rumors!

Didn't Americans ridicule the Soviet Union for being gerontocracy? Did they ridicule Brezhnev's trembling during the military parade as a symbol of the Soviet Union's twilight years?

We must not let the Americans succeed in their conspiracy! Brezhnev heard this and immediately became excited: "Yes, I still have to attend the October Revolution parade! We must not let the Americans vilify our country!

The muscles on Brezhnev's face trembled, and at this moment, he regained the image of a strong leader.

Although Brezhnev became the general secretary because of his mediocrity, now he is immersed in the control of power. He certainly does not want to resign. Besides, the Soviet ship needs him to steer the ship!

However, within a few minutes, he lost his energy again. Seeing this, everyone had no choice but to retreat.

The last person to leave was Andropov, and no one noticed the gleam in the corner of his eyes.

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"Andrei, I'm so glad you can come out with me." Walking in the familiar GUM Department Store on Moscow's Red Square, Ekaterina took Andrei's hand and said to him.

Although Andrei returned to Moscow, he first had to study at the Military Academy. Later, he was selected by Marshal Ogarkov to go to the 4th Tank Division. The time he spent with Andrei was relatively short.

Now, Andrei came back from the 4th Tank Division and accompanied Ekaterina to go shopping in the mall. This time was very precious and made Ekaterina extremely happy.

Little Bella was taken care of at home by Irina, and little Ivan was very interested in his little sister and asked to hold her and play with her every day.

"Alas, your husband is so capable. He was originally a major general in the Air Defense Force, but now he has been poached by the Army." Andrei said, "These people think too highly of me, and I can't let them down. The reorganization of the 4th Tank Division is a top priority and cannot be delayed. Fortunately, the reorganization is finally completed. In addition, Tikhonov was transferred back. This guy is simply born to lead troops. The 4th Tank Division now has a brand new look. I don't need to be stationed in the 4th Tank Division anymore. These days, I just go to the Moscow Military Region every day to register my name, so that I can have more time to accompany you."

It’s a pity that the weather outside is very cold, otherwise, we could bring little Bella out and the three of us could go shopping in the mall together. What a warm scene it would be!

In fact, Andrei hated shopping, but Ekaterina loved it, which was the nature of every woman. Andrei accompanied Ekaterina to make up for his apology. Ekaterina followed him, and they were apart for a long time.

"Andrei, you have offended many people by reorganizing the 4th Tank Division. Although Marshal Ogarkov is in charge, many people still hate you. You have to be careful." Ekaterina said. One month after giving birth, Ekaterina started working and heard a lot of rumors.

"Humph, those people are not worthy of being soldiers! The atmosphere of the army is corrupted by these people! I have no regrets for doing this." Andre said: "Besides, even if they hate me, what can they do? How dare they shoot me in the back?"

Ekaterina raised her head and looked at him with seductive eyes: "Andrei, remember, you are no longer alone, you still have us mother and daughter."

"Yes, of course I know." It was working hours and there were not many people in the mall. Andrei hugged Ekaterina affectionately and slowly moved his mouth closer.

"Andrei, be careful of the impact!" Ekaterina said with a smile, her rosy little mouth showing a hint of reluctance.

Humph, lewd woman! Humph, damn Andre! At this moment, not far away, behind a clothes rack, a lonely figure slowly raised his arm, with a piece of clothing draped over his arm, and in his hand, he held a cold pistol!