Coupled with her often cold expression, many Operators felt she was unapproachable.
However, those familiar with her knew that she actually cared deeply about each Operator's dietary balance, physical condition, and even mental state. Her training programs were always within the individual's capacity.
It was just her strict tone combined with her cold demeanor that created immense pressure for those being trained, further solidifying her reputation as the "Iron Face" instructor throughout Rhodes Island.
Dobermann looked over the people in front of her for a moment, then nodded slightly.
Although several members of this newly formed squad had not participated in recruit training, because they were all relatively young and had good relationships, there was no awkwardness between them like in other new teams.
However, the composition of this squad also presented a significant issue; among the twelve people, including Kanna, there were only three melee units.
The rest were almost all Operators providing long-range support and medical aid.
However, considering that Doctor had originally formed this team as an emergency support unit, the team's composition wasn't a major problem.
"I am Dobermann. I believe you all know me. For those who don't, this is a good opportunity to get acquainted today... Starting today and for this entire week, I will provide you with a full training schedule. Everyone, assemble immediately..."
Dobermann scanned the group, then fixed her gaze on Kanna, who had never participated in a single training session since joining Rhodes Island.
"Who's that? She looks so strict..." Nian secretly tapped Kanna's back with her tail and whispered.
"Dobermann, the chief instructor of Rhodes Island's 800,000 Imperial Guards..."
Although the total number of people at Rhodes Island, including the cockroaches in the bathroom multiplied by ten, would not reach 800,000, Nian, with her extraordinary imagination, probably understood Kanna's meaning.
"She doesn't look that strong. In Yan, the Emperor's Imperial Guard instructors are never weak." Although Dobermann could be considered strong among ordinary people, and her rich combat experience was sufficient to complete most missions, in Nian's eyes, she was still not impressive enough.
"For this position, experience is more important than strength, right? After all, there are plenty of strong fighters, but those who can teach are rare..." Kanna quietly replied.
"That's true!" Hearing Kanna's words, Nian thought she made a good point. In Yan, she had traveled many places, but just as Kanna said, she had seen many strong individuals, yet very few who could summarize their combat experience and pass it on to future generations.
Dobermann naturally noticed Kanna and Nian's whispers. But as the saying goes, force is a strong person's pass. As Kanna and Nian's combat power differed significantly from other members, Dobermann didn't intend for them to participate in the others' combat training. Of course, this didn't mean Kanna and Nian would escape training; instead, they were assigned other special training.
"Kanna, as suggested by Doctor, approved by Rhodes Island's highest three-person council, and with the signed consent of five Elite Operators—Scout, Misery, Outcast, Logos, and ACE—starting today, you are the captain of Rhodes Island's S1 Comprehensive Reinforcement Squad.
To be honest, I personally rejected this proposal. In terms of strength, you are undoubtedly capable, but being a captain doesn't rely solely on strength. Experience, courage, responsibility, and teamwork are also very important. Leaving aside other things, you have absolutely no experience. Therefore, in the coming time, Outcast and ACE will conduct special training for you to ensure you can fulfill your responsibilities as captain."
After Kanna's squad had assembled, Dobermann swept her cold gaze over everyone. It was clear she was very dissatisfied with the speed of their assembly.
Her first target was Kanna, the captain. Yet, every word she spoke was perfectly reasonable, and Kanna couldn't find any room for rebuttal.
As someone with no prior leadership experience, she was completely lost on how to lead a squad effectively. Fortunately, though Dobermann's tone was very blunt, she gave Kanna a direction. Following the direction of Dobermann's finger, Kanna saw ACE waving at her from not far away.
"So, I'm going over there?" Kanna pointed to ACE's location and asked cautiously.
"Of course! But remember, you only have five days. After five days, you must return to the team for joint training. Of course, during that time, I will also evaluate your conduct. If the final result is unsuitable, I will request Dr. Kaltsit and Doctor to revoke your captaincy."
Just as Kanna was about to leave, Dobermann's voice came from behind her, giving her goosebumps instantly.
After walking over to ACE, Kanna couldn't help but rub her arms. "You scared me to death. What a terrifying aura... When she stared at me, I felt like I was being looked at directly by my homeroom teacher."
ACE patted Kanna's head. "Come on, you really need to learn well these next two days, or if you actually lose your captaincy, not only you, but also Outcast and I, and the Elite Operators who agreed to your promotion, Amiya and Dr. Kaltsit, especially Doctor, who just returned to Rhodes Island and needs sufficient achievements to establish his prestige, will all lose face."
Hearing ACE's words, Kanna suddenly felt immense pressure. But with the blade already at her neck, it was too late to regret it now. Retreating now would also be a loss of face. It was better to charge forward and carve out a vast sky for herself.
Seeing Kanna's gaze gradually firming up from its initial laziness, ACE's lips curled into a slight smile.
—Half an hour ago—
"Amiya, when I see Kanna later, my tone might be very harsh. Do you think saying it like this will hurt Kanna's confidence... blah blah blah..." Dobermann and Amiya were having a final discussion in the office about Kanna's issue.
"It's no problem. Don't let Kanna's young age fool you; she actually possesses a sufficiently strong and responsible heart." After listening to Dobermann, Amiya thought for a moment before speaking.
"Then I'm relieved!"
"But Instructor Dobermann, why did you make such a consideration?" Amiya was curious why Dobermann would actively request to play the 'bad cop'.
"I checked Kanna's records and found that she appears somewhat passive in both daily life and combat. Of course, I'm not referring to her intelligence, but her personality. She isn't proactive; instead, she prefers to react passively and only considers solving problems after encountering them.
If this personality belonged to a squad member, then operating under someone else's command would be no problem at all. But now she needs to become a captain and lead others, and that personality is not a good thing for the squad."
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