The New Mission

Disclaimer: Something I've had in mind a bit now but haven't gotten around too just yet until now. Though keep in mind that Cerasinus may be doing his own more intense version of this idea sometime soon. Now, the gist of this idea is that at the age of 19, Oliver in a rare moment of critical thinking during a break up period with Laurel and a freak out about a pregnancy scare from Samantha that Moira covertly handled, decided to change directions in regards to his life and join the Military. Much to his parents and little sister's dislike.

Summary: Shortly after returning home from the army after his enlistment was up and gaining an honorable discharge, Oliver Queen finds himself seeking out a new mission.

"Jeez, do you kiss your mother with that potty mouth of yours?" Asked Oliver 'Green Arrow' Queen in a jovial voice to a thug he had hanging upside down that had been in the middle of a robbery when he happened on it.

Loud obscenities could be heard from the upside down thug, causing him to shake his head. "Well, at any rate, hang around a bit and think about your life choices and see if you can't improve somehow. Alright? I really don't wanna hafta see you again." Oliver told him before walking away with a jaunty whistle.

"GET ME THE F**K DOWN YOU FREAK!"

Three months after Sergeant Oliver Queen had come home after being honorably discharged after completing the terms of his enlisted service, the former soldier had found himself adrift as he didn't have much of a focus like he usually did thanks to the army and its way of doing things. His parents had thought he should enroll in college to learn business but he shot that down real quick since that had been one of his reasons for enlisting in the army as he didn't want the life they were trying to plan for him. He had gotten involved in a few things in the city that benefitted the less fortunate, especially the Glades portion of the city and was even planning of doing something for his fellow soldiers since it didn't seem like the city had anything for them. Tommy had just wanted to party it up but Oliver just didn't have any kind of interest in that sort of thing whatsoever.

Much to his childhood best friend's disappoinment since it seemed like he never really grew up while he'd been in the army. His sister Thea though, she had definitely grown into a beautiful young teen girl and he'd already re-solidified his vow to hurt anyone who hurt her. The fact she had grown up while he'd been gone had left a pang in Oliver's chest. But he knew he wouldn't have traded his experiences for anything and despite the missed years, he and his sister were bonding rather quickly. Something he rather liked as well and he could tell she did too. Now despite the fact he had found a few things to keep himself occupied where good causes were concerned, the former soldier had seen it wasn't enough. And would end up finding an answer to his problem when he prevented a raping in an alley and gaining the idea to fight horrible moments like those from then on. He knew from the start though that he didn't want to kill unless it was a last resort.

As that would more then likely cause him problems with the Police and he'd seen and done enough killing while in the army. A documentary on heroes of a long gone era would be what next helped him decide on what to do thanks to the coverage of the archers known as the Arrow and Young Robin Hood from back in the 30's and 40's. Only, his outfit would be more green and militiristic looking with the hood that once belonged to a commanding officer of his known as Yao Fei Gulong. The very same hood that his daughters, Shado and Mei, had felt should be his since their father had often told them of him. Shado was even currently teaching him Archery and if he was right, it looked like there was a mutual interest between the both of them where more then a friendship and mentor/student relationship between one another was concerned. "Oliver." Began Shado's voice over the comms.

Since she was aware of what he was up too after having figured him out rather quickly thanks to a few lessons of her father's. "Yeah?" He asked once he was on a rooftop courtesy of a trick arrow.

"The Police Scanner has had reports that a lone female at the CNRI Building is being accosted by several men. You may wish to head that way as soon as possible if you want to prevent anything… Untoward from happening."

Oliver's eyes narrowed as he had a feeling just who the woman was since Laurel these days was known to put in long hours at CNRI. Which was one of the reasons she was reportedly a damn good lawyer due to her dedication to helping those who needed it. That dedication had caused him and his ex to only see one another a handful of times but he'd been okay with that due to his other commitments and growing feelings for Shado. "Rightie O then! I'm on my way!" He told her cheerfully but a hint of seriousness could be heard in his voice.

Gaining an amused eyeroll from Shado on the other side. "For a jolly good Green Arrow fella's work is never done!"

"I will put you on silent if you start singing, Oliver. I heard the stories from my father and I have no desire to personally hear your singing."

Oliver just chuckled and settled for humming as he made his way to CNRI and Shado supposed that was the better alternative.

Author's Notes: As you can see, I've chosen to ignore dark and gritty grr grr with this idea. And to a guest, no worries on the overload of suggestions due to eagerness. Just try not to let it over take ya in the future. Gotta love the public domain site for superheroes! Also, let's try to avoid spoilers for recent episodes in reviews, alright? I don't always get to watch new episodes right when they happen.