In alignment with Mu Xiangwan's attitude, the military region, as Mu Chenggong had predicted, resolutely rejected Su Chaoyang's request for retirement.
Major General Yang made it very clear: "You were born to be a general; quitting halfway is a waste of heavenly gifts. If your physical condition truly does not suit continuing in the special forces, you can transfer to a regular unit. As for which unit, I presume you would not leave Beijing, so you can freely choose from any troop stationed in Beijing. When the time comes, you don't need to trouble the Mu Family's connections; I will coordinate the personnel relations for you."
Although Su Chaoyang had anticipated that the chief would try to retain him, he did not expect to be persuaded to this extent, which left him in a difficult position.
