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Kujou Yuuma's agreement to head to Harbin sent ripples throughout Tokyo, igniting excitement among the majority of families within the Kazoku. Ever since the Military Headquarters gained prominence, particularly after occupying the Northeast, its influence overshadowed that of the Kazoku. With the retirement of the Noble Military Elder, the bloodlines of the Military Headquarters were entirely filled with those promoted from within, effectively isolating the Kazoku youths.
The Kazoku, while still possessing some power in the realm, saw their influence wane in both the Navy and the Imperial Army. With Kujou Yuuma's status as a member of the Emperor's family and his position in the Gendarmerie, various prominent families began to rally their own members and sons to serve under Kujou Shouza. Although Kujou held no noble title himself, his subordinates included several Counts and even two Marquises, yet this did not diminish his absolute control within the Gendarmerie. It was clear that Kujou Yuuma would eventually attain a title; there was simply no other option.
Upon hearing that Kujou-sama would be governing Harbin in Manchuria, noble youths under Kujou's command received renewed admonitions and encouragement from their families. They were repeatedly reminded to obey Kujou-sama's orders without hesitation; any sign of disloyalty would result in their families taking action to avoid embarrassment. Those without positions were urged by their elders to enlist immediately, as it was certain that serving under Kujou-sama would lead to success.
Before long, the ranks of Kujou's squad exceeded expectations, with all members being nobles of title. It is worth noting that when Hirohito ascended to the throne, all of Japan's Kazoku included a certain number of Marquises, Counts, Viscounts, and Barons. Yet, just under Kujou's command alone were a significant portion of these titles.
This clearly illustrated Kazoku's optimism regarding Kujou Yuuma's future; otherwise, they wouldn't have been so eager to send their youths to the Gendarmerie. As for Kujou himself, he welcomed this influx of noble youths; without them, he would struggle to assert his authority in Harbin.
The Military Headquarters issued a standard recruitment notice for the Gendarmerie, which was completed in just a day. There was no denying that Kujou enjoyed immense popularity among the citizens of Tokyo. When word spread that General Kujo would be leading troops overseas for governance, many young men from Tokyo rushed to apply for positions in the Gendarmerie.
Originally, the Gendarmerie was known as the premier unit of the Imperial Army with strict personnel limits. Now that General Kujo had ordered an expansion, such an opportunity was too good to miss.
To ensure quality recruits and avoid low-caliber soldiers, Kujou instructed his two deputies, Takatsukasa Chikurin and Ichitaro, to set stringent criteria: only those who had graduated middle school and met specific height and age requirements could qualify for selection. Candidates who failed physical fitness tests, vision tests, or cultural exams were immediately eliminated.
Despite these rigorous standards, recruitment was completed within days. Ultimately, this base-level soldier unit for the Gendarmerie expanded across all of Kyushu Island. Height requirements proved particularly challenging for many young men seeking enlistment; it is known that prior to World War II, Japanese males averaged around 160 centimeters tall—a height that left many feeling hopeless.
People found nothing strange about General Kujo's demands. After all, he was one of the few great figures in the Greater Japan Empire. His stature was remarkable; standing at 190 centimeters during his youth made him Japan's tallest man at that time. Moreover, General Kujo possessed a well-proportioned physique that earned him comparisons to a living David and garnered him titles as one of Japan's most handsome men.
Thus, it was entirely reasonable for rumors about Japan’s elite forces to circulate without raising eyebrows.
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