It was hot. That was the first thing I noticed as I stepped outside into the sun watching my troops ready for their deployment to the mushroom kingdom. That's right, the mushroom kingdom. We were called in for assistance by no less then princess peach herself. Our mission was a simple one. Use the warp pipe provided for us to travel there and spread good will for the Marines and the U.S. itself. We were sending about 2000 marines including support craft and vehicles. I was in charge of the whole operation and was responsible for my men and their conduct. I was also supposed to maintain interactions between us and their leaders once we all got over there. I began to think of the task ahead of me as I walked in to the pipe.
I exited the pipe in what seemed like no time at all and checked my surroundings. The people of this area had already constructed a rudimentary base for us and our artillery had already set up. I smiled and walked up to a group of 4 people, 2 males, and 2 females. I recognized them instantly. "Greetings" I said taking a slight bow" I am Captain Crossfield of the united states Marine Corps. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintances" I said
"I'm delighted to meet you as well" the blonde said "I am princess peach of the mushroom kingdom." She said curtsying "I hope you enjoy your stay."
"I'm sure I will" I said with a smile "I'm assuming you two are the famous Mario and Luigi?" I asked to which the red wearing plumber responded with a nod. "I have heard much about you. Saving the kingdom several times is no small task" I said noticing his brother looked sad. "And you must be Luigi I've heard many things about you." I said
"And what exactly would that be?" he said with his Italian accent.
"Many good things." I smiled" you're as much a hero as your brother is." I said causing him to smile. "So princess peach" I asked
"You can call me peach" she responded nodding her head slightly.
"Alright then." I said taking off my hat and scratching my head. " since you have called a lot of my troops here I would like to learn the reason and discuss it with some of my officers."
"Of course." She said "what officers do you have in mind" she asked me while the other princess and Luigi walked towards the large castle.
"Well my main officers. They're the ones who report directly to me. I wanted to talk the officers for aircraft infantry armor and artillery since they are the key components to this entire operation. They also make my job easier." I said with a chuckle.
"Well that makes sense." she chuckled back. "Alright I'll have a servant fetch them. Where would I find them at?"
"Look for the men standing by their respective areas doing a lot of pointing and yelling." I said.
"Well that narrows our choices down." She said laughing causing Mario to start laughing heartily. "While your officers are being gathered," She paused sticking out her arm and I grabbed it politely "Come. We have many important matters to discuss." She said leading me and Mario to the castle.
