At that moment, Mavi suddenly remembered a conversation he had back in Ukraine with Sheknia, the daughter of a Ukrainian navy admiral. They had discussed how the Russian military could reclaim Chechnya and eliminate Chechen terrorists.
Back then, he had only shared a rough outline based on his memories from his past life. However, he never expected that one day, the very ideas he had casually mentioned would appear on the Russian Federation's Ministry of Defense conference table—and even become the focal point of heated debates between the Air Force and Army!
This was beyond shocking!
"Could it be that Sheknia used my name and sent these ideas to General Grilov?" Mavi pondered for a while. That seemed to be the most reasonable and likely explanation.
However, in a high-level meeting of this caliber, he had no way to openly ask about it. He could only pretend he knew nothing, quietly reviewing the documents in front of him. Meanwhile, countless expletives flashed through his mind—couldn't they have at least given him a heads-up?
Before Mavi could finish mentally cursing, a certain army major general sitting nearby explained the situation and then turned to him.
"Mr. Mavi, could you elaborate on the contents of this document for us?"
"According to reliable intelligence, over the past two years, the Chechen rebel forces have been secretly recruiting and strengthening their military power. They've seized the funds and supplies we sent for Chechnya's reconstruction and used them to bolster their own forces. But that's not all—Chechen rebel leader Barigov is not satisfied with his current de facto independence."
"He even seeks to expand his territory, aiming to take control of a larger portion of the North Caucasus region. Just last night, he led Chechen forces in an attack on the Republic of Dagestan, massacring multiple villages…"
After listening to the general's explanation, Mavi quickly grasped the situation. In this timeline, Russia had finally reached its breaking point and was preparing to take decisive military action against Chechen terrorists.
This was Russia's battle for national stability—failure was not an option.
Since the plan had only just been formulated, the military was engaged in intense discussions and debates, searching for an effective strategy to minimize casualties while eliminating the terrorists and reclaiming Chechnya.
The previous war, fought four years ago, had cost the Russian military dearly. This time, they had to learn from past mistakes—abandoning arrogance and complacency—to ensure a swift and decisive victory.
Given the circumstances, Mavi had no choice but to acknowledge that the content in the document did, in fact, originate from him. So, after clearing his throat, he addressed the room.
"Ahem! If you'd like a detailed explanation, I'd be happy to provide one. In that case, allow me to humbly share my thoughts before all the esteemed generals and Minister Grilov…"
Mavi then recalled details from his past life about the Second Chechen War and began his in-depth analysis.
"Currently, the Chechen militant forces are estimated to number around 25,000. This includes an unknown number of foreign mercenaries and warlord factions."
"Analyzing the First Chechen War, I believe we can use the North Caucasus Military District as a foundation to form a joint military task force to suppress the insurgents. We should employ airstrikes and artillery bombardments to weaken enemy strongholds. Precision-guided missiles and aerial bombings should be coordinated with ground forces for a pincer attack."
"As for potential threats during the operation, we must be on high alert for acts of desperation from the enemy. They may attempt terrorist attacks within Russia—smuggling hundreds of tons of explosives disguised as sugar or other goods into Moscow to incite mass panic."
Mavi spoke for a full 25 minutes, detailing the tactical plan, potential obstacles, and all possible scenarios. The Russian Army and Air Force officers in attendance nodded frequently, clearly impressed.
Fortunately, Mavi had an exceptional memory. He had studied extensive analyses from past-life military experts on the Chechen Wars, allowing him to present these strategies with remarkable accuracy and completeness.
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Sitting at the head of the table, Minister of Defense General Grilov applauded.
The battle scenarios and countermeasures Mavi had simulated were far from theoretical—they were highly practical and held substantial strategic value.
"Mr. Mavi, did you develop this analysis entirely on your own?" General Grilov asked, his tone carrying a hint of admiration.
"Uh… not exactly, Minister Grilov," Mavi replied. He had no intention of shamelessly claiming credit for past experts' work. Instead, he quickly changed the subject.
"Oh, right! I have a request—though I'm not sure if it would be appropriate."
"What kind of request?" General Grilov asked, slightly wary. This was his first time dealing with Mavi, and he wasn't sure of his character. If Mavi were trying to use this opportunity for personal gain, that would change the nature of their interaction entirely.
However, before Grilov could dwell on his concerns, Mavi decisively stated,
"Minister Grilov, I would like to personally donate $50 million on behalf of the Mikoyan family. This funding will be allocated for wartime casualty compensation, refugee aid, and post-war reconstruction."
The moment Mavi finished speaking, General Grilov and the high-ranking army and air force officers in the room looked visibly stunned. Their surprise quickly gave way to gratitude and joy.
Providing financial compensation for war casualties had always been a major headache for Russian military leaders. After all, war inevitably brings losses, and those losses require financial support to ensure the morale of the troops is not shattered.
Given Russia's current economic situation, the Second Chechen War was expected to involve at least 150,000 troops. The Russian Air Force alone would need to carry out over 6,000 sorties…
The costs were astronomical.
To put it simply—without money, there could be no war.
"Mr. Mavi, did you just say… $50 million?" General Grilov asked again, needing to confirm such a substantial figure. He also felt a tinge of guilt for having misjudged Mavi earlier.
"That's right, Minister Grilov. This is a gesture of goodwill from the Mikoyan family," Mavi affirmed without hesitation. Fifty million dollars was nothing to him now—it was an expense he could cover with his eyes closed.
Besides, regardless of the circumstances, Mavi had no intention of standing idly by when his country needed help.
(End of Chapter)