RonaldM40196867: This story is not suppose to be funny. Stop asking that.
melisvladd: Thank you. However, Razgriz, Wizard 1 or Cipher won't appear in this story. Veterans from those two wars will though.
Here's chapter 17 everybody.
Chapter 17: Battle Plans.
[July 3, 2020]
As the sun rises over Osea, one of the alien ships that has been hovering over the country's capital since yesterday leaves Oured in ruins and a desolate place while the ship's doors to its energy cannon closes.
While driving his RV and towing his crop duster on the roads in Osea, Howard, Tony, Marie and Elliot were listening to the radio broadcast on the aftermath of the alien attacks.
"Reports are unclear as to the extent of the devastation, but, from all accounts, St. Hewlett, Redmill, Bana City and Oured have been left in ruins." the radio reporter said.
"Good God!" Howard said in disbelief.
"Wow, those aliens have serious firepower." Tony said.
While listening, Elliot was not feeling well and needed to puke.
"Dad, I'm sick. I don't feel good. Pull over, man." Elliot said.
Howard pulls his RV on the side of the road so that Elliot and get out to throw up on the ground. Tony comes to his aid while Howard follows him.
"We're gonna be alright, Samuel." Tony said.
"Yeah, leave me alone, man. I got it." Elliot said.
While Howard surveys the area, he notices that people in RVs have taken refuge in an open plain near a highway.
"Tony. Look at all that." Howard said as he pointed at the refugee area as Tony looked on.
Meanwhile, at the skies over Osea, the LRSSG, Garuda Team, Mobius Squadron and all Osean and foreign pilots, who had joined them, were escorting Air Force One and the Osean and foreign transport planes. The trip has been mostly silent for the pilots, especially since Trigger, Talisman and Mobius 1 almost got caught in last night's firestorm when they were taking off back in Redmill.
"Dang it!" Trigger said, breaking the silence.
"What's wrong, Trigger?" Jaeger asked.
"The cities could have been evacuated hours ago. That's the advantage of being a fighter pilot. In last year's war, we knew what we had to do. It's just...not simple anymore. A lot of people died today. How many didn't have to?" Trigger said.
"The best thing we can do now is pray." Mobius 1 said.
"Never forget those that lost their lives." Talisman said.
"Those aliens will pay. They pick the wrong planet and people to mess with." Húxiān said with a hint of anger.
"You said it. They'll soon realize they made a mistake." Avalanche said.
"I guess fighting these aliens will be some kind of joint training exercise after all." Omega 11said.
"Had a special event at Redmill to commemorate 25 years since the end of the Belkan War and we're now in a new one against invaders from another planet. Who would've thought." Viper 2 said.
"At least this time, we'll fight alongside Belkan pilots." Count said.
"As well as Erusean, Yuktobanian and Estovakian pilots. It's a good thing the Osean government invited our respective former adversaries." Windhover said.
"And hopefully we'll emerge victorious against the invaders." Trigger said.
Meanwhile, inside Air Force One, Shepherd came in a part of the plane to deliver news to Wilford.
"Any news on my wife yet?" Wilford said.
"The helicopter never made it to McNealy. No radio contact." Shepherd replied.
Wilford's only reaction was a sigh and hands on his head.
Meanwhile, in the ruins of St. Hewlett, Laila, Darius and Otis survived the attack and surveyed the destruction.
"What happened, Mommy?" Darius asked.
"I don't know, baby." Laila replied.
Meanwhile, at the air base near St. Hewlett, Michael, Johnny, and other OADF pilots are listening to a briefing for the counterattack. On screen, they see a strategic map of the Osean Continent. The Intel Officer speaks to the pilots.
"You men and women will be the first wave in our counterattack. Our alien target is to the west centered above what remains of downtown St. Hewlett. Our Silver Knight Squadron will be the lead squadron in this operation." the intel officer said.
As the briefing continued on, Michael and Johnny continued to listen.
"You scared, man?" Johnny asked.
"No. You?" Michael replied.
"Nope." Johnny said before playfully leaning on Michael's shoulder. "Hold me."
"Hey, pay attention." Michael said.
"Something you want to add to this briefing, Captain Wilson?" the intel officer asked.
"No, sir. I'm just a little anxious to get up there and whoop E.T's ass, that's all." Michael replied, gaining laughs from his wingmen.
"And you'll get your chance. You'll all get your chance. Good hunting. Dismissed." the intel officer said.
"Let's kick the tires and light the fires, Shooter." Johnny said.
After a few minutes, Michael, Johnny and the rest of Silver Knight Squadron start heading for their F-15C Eagles.
"Let's bring it home. Let's bring that bad boy home, Captain." Johnny said.
"You loose? Yes, sir. You got your victory dance?" Michael asked.
"Well, I got it right heeere. Yeah!" Johnny said as he pulled out a cigar from his flight suit.
"Hey, hey. Don't get premature on me, soldier. We don't light up till the fat lady sings." Michael said.
"I'm all ears, brother." Johnny said.
The two pilots start boarding their F-15Cs. Afterwards, the OADF squadrons take off. The OADF and OMDF air squadrons consist of F-15Cs, F/A-18s, F-14s, F-35s, Typhoons, Rafales, Su-33s, Su-35s, and any other type of military aircraft. Now these aircraft will go to face a different kind of enemy.
And that's the end of the chapter. Well, humanity's first counterattack is about to occur, which you will see in the next chapter. Please review. :)