Disclaimer: I don't own Code Geass, cause if I did I would have killed Le Louch for killing Euphemia and blinding Guilford.

Author's Notes: Wow! An update finally! Please read and enjoy! Reviews are welcome.

Chapter 2

Guilford had arrived at his destination quite earlier than he expected. He wanted his arrival to be swift and unnoticeable to other governments and parties who might be interested with his mission. At this he succeeded.

Though to eyes of some nobles, this mission was simply part of an arranged marriage agreement; to Guilford every little detail must be executed flawlessly. This was after all a military mission of great importance, something Guilford has tried to make his team understand.

The trip from Brittania's main territory to this distant corner of the planet was quite easy for Guilford. Having only to move six people was an easy enough task. Guilford was both experienced with traveling in a small and large group. The frequent campaigns of the Brittanian Princess, Cornelia had helped him to familiarize large group tactics.

In situations the large group were faced with a threat, a well-planned attack was always the best option. However for small groups attack wasn't always the best option, the mode must be defensive and casualties were greatly avoided.

For this mission Guilford decided to travel in a small party. He was fully aware that the person he was going to bring back to Brittania was VIP but only bringing a large part of the army will slow down his trip back to Britannia and the trip back to his Princess Cornelia.

'My princess?'Guilford mused at this thought when he was interrupted by the knock on his hotel room door. "Come in," after the last word was uttered the door knob handle turned and a woman entered. She was directly pointing a pistol at Guilford's head. The person was no other than Kallen Stadtfeld.

Guilford's eyes sharpened at the person in front of him. He was unarmed, no gun or sword was an arm's length away. Kallen was grinning and was about to break into a laugh when she pondered the headlines, 'Guilford, Knight of Britannian Princess Shot at His Hotel Room.'

She then decided to break the silence with her clear laughter. She then managed to stop herself from laughing and managed to speak in a more audible manner, "Seriously, Guilford-sama, you can't let people come in so easily like that unless you have a gun pointed on their heads."

Guilford slightly chuckled and pointed his index finger upward making Kallen look up. She was greeted with a laser beam directly pointed on her head.

The red dot was immediately aimed at her forehead. She quickly retraced the wiring that would lead her to the trigger, nonetheless found it besides Guilford's hand. "Now, Kallen Stadtfeld, who was not being careful?"

"I was."Kallen then retracted her pistol and placed it back in its holster. She then stood up straight and saluted at Guilford. Guilford was only smiling.

Guilford's team for this mission was composed of only five members. All five members were part of Cornelia's loyal army and as well as Guilford's special squad. Each of the members was trained under Guilford's watchful eye.

It wasn't easy at all to train under Guilford however the rewards were great. You were guaranteed to pilot the latest Knightmares with ease and great skill but you'll also have the chance to work under the greatest commanders in Brittania. Though many people have tried to undergo Guilford's training to reach the top of the military ladder, many people have failed as well. In fact Cornelia once commented that her finest soldiers have come from Guilford's strict training.

Guilford trusted each every one of those who have completed his training, most especially Kallen Stadtfeld. Kallen Stadtfeld was only 17 but she is already an ace pilot and a capable soldier. For this mission, he has placed her second-in-command in the team. Guilford has often called her the "woman with a back bone." Though young as she was her achievements in the military have been great.

Guilford gave her curt nod and then motioned her closer to the table, "So you wanted to talk to me Officer Kallen?"

"Yes Commander Guilford!" Kallen began to report at how their party were supposed to be entertained by the noble family tomorrow. She also included the ideal schedule of their return trip, as well as their mission debriefing. "We will have to leave the hotel at 08:00 hours to not cause any delay. That is all, commander. "

Guilford mused at her figure, she was indeed only seventeen. Her breasts have not yet fully developed as plump as they were and surely must her senses be. In fact she was quite uptight in Guilford's good opinion. It all seemed familiar just like how Cornelia was.

In the midst of purely professional conversation, images of Cornelia's body started to appear in his mind. Kallen was too different from Cornelia but she was a woman of great fortitude too. Guilford then started to count in his head to get his thoughts back in line. "Do you have any thoughts about this mission Officer Kallen?"

Kallen was quite surprised for a moment. She never expected her commanding officer to ask her opinion about anything. A good soldier after all was one who doesn't think about anything else except execution of her orders. However Guilford had also taught her and his team that if the order does not lead to victory it was useless to follow it.

She still remembers that day in training camp. The rain was pouring so hard she couldn't see anything past a meter's distance. Her body was a total wreck after the mini-explosion. Half her team mates were dead and their internal organs were spewed on the mud. A sergeant has tasked them to set-up the bomb and as well as not leave their position unless they received the signal to do so. Before they knew it the bomb has been detonated and the signal was nowhere close to being called. After sorting out the casualties of the training, those who have survived were taken to meet Guilford.

It was quite a mixed emotion on-going, the survivors were furious. They didn't sign up to be blown to smithereens, they wanted to advance. Guilford then took the speaker and started to talk, "Following orders and executing them is the job of the soldier. However orders which will not yield anything beneficial need not be followed. Those who have died left you this important lesson." Kallen tried hard to fight back her tears, her friends have died in that explosion too, does this mean she can only go die? Before she could start crying Guilford turned the speaker on again, "That is why you must choose whom to fight for, fight for someone who will win, fight for someone who will lead you to victory. Fight for her highness Cornelia!" The sobs and cries turned into one solid voice, "Yes! My Lord!"At this Kallen Stadtfeld decided to follow Guilford to her death.

Now Kallen looked back into those same eyes she has sworn her loyalty to. Her eyes then drifted to the spot where she could have been shot, "I don't agree with the set-up to meet with the noble family in their home. Firstly, we cannot be sure that their intention of allying themselves with the royal family is their true intention. It may only be a way to get closer to the Royal family through Princess Cornelia. Even if they have withdrawn their request that Princess Cornelia come here herself they are still acting suspicious. I suggest that we meet at some drop of point and limit the number of people who will be meeting with us. At least 15 people on their side should be still within our abilities to take down, if they refuse to cooperate."

Guilford nodded; Kallen did not fail his expectations, "Very sharp, unfortunately they have denied my request for such an appointment." Kallen then looked back at her commander "So does this confirm my suspicions commander?"

Guilford didn't give the pleasure of having her question answered; she wasn't Princess Cornelia to begin with. "That would be all Officer Stadtfeld, please inform the other people in our party to be ready by 08:00 hours." Kallen went away unsatisfied with the reply of her commander.

The truth was Guilford was quite worried by the actions of the noble family they were about to meet. The mission did seem quite tough and his team wouldn't stand a chance if the noble family of Weinberg would execute a coup de etat. However in such a case, he still plans to capture the groom-to-be of Princess Cornelia, no matter what the cost.

Author's Note: I'd like to thank everyone who has been reading the story up to now. I am really indebted to your kindness.

Well a little more about the story. I decided to make Kallen part of Brittania's army this time around. That's why I decided to go with her "Stadtfeld" surname, I would findi it weird if I used Kouzuki. If your wondering what's up with Guiford at the later part of the conversation,I was also trying to gear this towards the mature side after all I placed the rating in M. I don't know if I'll be more explicit in the next chapters, or I'll give up and demote it to K-T category. But for the moment, I'll place this in M thanks to this chapter. ^ ^

I also find this chapter shorter...well anyway if you read it carefully you'll find out who the husband-to-be is. Well see you in the next chapter. One more thing, can you please tell me how you found the flash back of Kallen? I decided to omit Flash back notices to give it a sort of flow and fluidity when reading a book but if it drives you nuts please tell me. Thanks!

-UnderProtection

P.S. I'll try to learn more about military ranking ^ ^