-Preventing a War-
Falmart calendar, 1291
OIA, Agent Hudson
Itallica, Morning
Agent Hudson stayed in Itallica to support the Count in any way possible to rebuild his city. That's what the official report says. His actual reasons for staying are more... shall i say, dark.
Hudson wasn't the only one remaining in the city. Next to him, the Marines have established re-fueling outpost for Helicopters. First, they flattened the ground outside the City in Marines style. This means with lots and lots of explosives and build a makeshift landing pad. Chinook Helicopters brought in building supplies while Apache's kept the skies safe.
After the construction was complete, Kerosene was brought in by airlift and filled into so called Fuel bladders. Each of these fuel bladders could hold 250 gallons of kerosene. Before Osea started fielding these things there was a lot of protest against them because of the distrust of the security of a bladder. These things carry a lot of kerosene in them and they aren't bulletproof. On top of that they're a really easy target.
Thus the Osean department of defense had turned to the best engineers in the world. Belkans. They created a self sealing bladder. And the best part about it is, it can't blow up, since it shrinks when kerosene is being pumped out denying the kerosene the chance to become gaseous.
Now there where 4 of these things build right next to the West wall of Itallica guarded 24/7 by Marines. It has become a Major refueling station for Helicopters Operations in the region. Apache's flew Attack runs on groups of bandits and Night stalkers flew reconnaissance missions over the Capital, mapping it out for any future operations.
"Sergeant Kelly! Do you have a moment?", asked Agent Hudson as he watched Kelly's retreating form. The latter turned on his heels and as he saw the Agent his face turned into one of discomfort. "Sure, Agent".
"No need to be afraid Sergeant. We're friends here", Kelly raised an Eyebrow and stared him up and down, "Anyways, where did you bring the prisoners, because i want to have a chat with that Japanese chick". Kelly nodded, "This way please".
Hudson tailed Kelly as the latter led him to a medical tent on the edge of the City. "She should be in there", Hudson made his way past Kelly when the Marine stopped him and stared into his eyes, "Just, don't kill or torture her, she saved many Marines and i owe her that much". Hudson nodded respectfully and walked in.
"These guys here are stable but these over here are still not completely out of harms way. I'd stay... who are you?". Mari was taken aback at the new face. She'd expected a Marine and not a middle aged man in black combat gear.
"Agent Hudson OIA. Please, take a seat". Mari did as instructed. "So, as you may know, you are technically the first prisoner of war in between our nations", Mari nodded, being aware of that fact, "Now i'm truly sorry for the fact that your team forgot you here but we can't just give you away like that. I hope you understand. I have promised Kelly to neither torture nor Kill you", Mari's face turned into one of shock, "I know what you did for these marines and i'm really thankful. But this still does not change the fact that we need information out of you".
She processed the Information she just learned and then thought of a response. "Mr. Hudson, I assure you my full cooperation. My country was nuke twice in the last war and i don't want to raise my children in a atomic bunker". Hudson nodded and a smile stretched over his face. "But!", Hudson's smile dissipated, "I want your promise that nothing will happen to me. I want three warm meals a day and i'm no animal. So don't you dare lock me into a cage like the others".
"If you take a look around you Miss Mari, do you see any bars?", she shook her head in confusion, "Exactly. And you have my word that nothing'll happen to you. Now to the business...".
"What do you want to know?", she offered. Hudson was taken aback at the openness to cooperate. Usually, even though people say they want to cooperate they still keep silent after the first question.
"What is your air power in this world?". Hudson immediately went for the juicy info.
"Four F-4 Phantoms, though without a runway, 3 AH-1Z Cobras, 2 OH-1 Ninjas, a squadron of Huey Helicopters and a dozen small surveillance drones".
"Will there be more?", Hudson added. "Yes, planned are four more F-4s and three C-1 cargos". Hudson immediately wrote that down.
"And what about your AA capabilities?". Hudson waited full anticipation at the response as Mari thought about it.
"Four Type 87 self propelled anti aircraft guns Protecting the Base, unknown amount of Sam launchers planned. They probably also want a Patriot system over here once they know about you guys". Hudson was astonished at the similarities they had. Both nations used nearly the same weapon systems.
"Your Grunts? How are they geared up?".
"Our Government thought it's a great idea to throw us with Vietnam era tech instead of 21st century tech", Hudson had a confused face expression, "Uhm... what's a Vietnam?". Now it was Mari's turn to look baffled. "It's a country in our world. Our biggest Ally had a war with them in the 60s, that's why most people say Nam era instead of 60s era". Hudson nodded in acknowledgment, "Explains the F-4s and Hueys. Anyways, what weapon systems do you use?".
"Our main issue rifle here is the Type-64, your marines took mine away for obvious reasons but i am no threat. And as secondary weapon we use the Minebea P-9 pistol. For ground vehicles, they gave us the Type-74 MBT and some high mobility vehicles".
"Interesting how our two governments function. It's like your guys are actively trying to get y'all killed, while our guys give us all the stuff we want".
Hudson wrote some more notes down and looked up to her for more questions, "Now, you mentioned something about your biggest ally. Who are they?".
"The nation is called the United States of America", Hudson perked up at the familiar name. He remembered that this one japanese soldier called the Tank Commander a American. "They're the most powerful nation in our world when it comes to Military might. They have the biggest navy and the two biggest airforces in the world. Not to mention their stealth bomber fleet and over 5000 nuclear warheads they have in storage".
Hudson wrote that down. These Americans might become a problem in the future, but until then they concentrate on the other problems here. "So, tell me more about their Airforce and Navy".
"What exactly do you want to know?", Mari asks staring at Hudson. "For example what is their air fleet composed of?".
"Oh god... Shino is way better at this than me", she mumbles under her breath. Kuribajashi is practically addicted to the US armed forces and nearly knows everything about them, "Well for starters their fighters are mostly F-15s and F-16s, then they also use the F-22 Raptor", Hudson didn't know one could be stunned this much and yet there he was.
"They just started to turn up production for their F-35 fleet".
"So you're saying these Americans designed and built them, right?".
"Yes", she responded plainly.
"Okay... so this means they're the best engineers in your world".
"Them? Oh no, the best engineers in our world are the Germans".
"I ain't even going to try to understand these names. Let's just jump to our next topic. Like, WMDs. Does your country utilize them?".
"If, Nukes are ment with WDMs then no. Our country does not use any WMDs of any kind".
"Okay, do you know what WDMs your world has over there?".
"As i mentioned just now Nukes, chemical weapons, Bio weapons... that's a it, i guess".
Hudson nodded and wrote it down. With one final glance he decided that this interrogation is over now. "I thank you for your cooperation Miss Mari".
She bowed down as it was culture in Japan, "As long as i can save my Country from another war, i'll do anything".
Hudson nodded politely and left the tent. Kelly was there the whole time probably listening to them. "Sergeant", acknowledged Hudson, "You know i can throw you into a Osean Prison for espionage", he added.
"Said the actual spy", countered Kelly bored. "Touché... well, what do you want?", asked Hudson as Kelly tailed him.
"I want to know if you're going to start a war". Hudson stopped in his tracks and then turned on his heels. His face read rage but his voice was calm, "How'd you come to that conclusion?", he asked, staring daggers into Kelly.
"Oh please spare me that state department bullshit. I know you Agency guys well enough to say that if you want a War you can make one happen really fucking quick", Kelly responded, making the situation even tenser as it already was.
"Sergeant, you can believe me or not, it's your choice but keeping Osea out of another war is in my biggest interest".
Kelly's face showed that he didn't believe a single word coming from Hudson.
"Like i said it's your choice, do with this information what you want but i need to report this now. If you may spare some time for me, please bring me an Imperial Officer to interrogate next", said Hudson through gritted teeth. Kelly turned around and walked off to get an imperial officer.
-Preventing a War-
Falmart calendar, 1291
Nicklas Preston, Trigger
Erusian/Osean FOB, Morning
I walked through the Base with McKinsey's office as destination. I had many questions about him. I wanted to burry the thing that was between us and make peace with him. Of course I know that i'm the problem here, but i still need my answers.
The Osean and Erusian GovernmentS are still at the base and aren't planning on leaving in the near future. Yesterday i had my first encounter with the Princess in a long time and it felt good. What didn't felt good was the fact that we still had to keep everything a secret in front of the rest.
I kept running into them while i made my way to McKinsey and every single time President Palmer would want to hear a story form the war. Him being the President and me being just a normal Captain, i of course couldn't refuse and then told him. While i met them, these OIA guys, tailing Palmer threw me some looks i don't like. I don't know what it is but something about them is off.
Then, finally, late in the morning i reached McKinsey's office Building.
Standing in front of his door i see the man, blood shot eyes, staring into his screen. He didn't seem surprised when i knocked at the door. He was just tired. I mean i understand him, he just got the President of Osea come here for a visit and he has Military operations to lead... i'd be stressed out too.
"Good morning Preston. What leads you to me at this beautiful day?", he asks, rubbing his eyes.
"Two things", i answer and leave a dramatic pause in between the sentence, "Coffee and Questions".
McKinsey sighed, "Well, i guess since you had your coffee and i'm pretty sure you didn't bring me one, you could start with your questioning", he said and leaned back in his chair, glad he'd be doing something else than work for a moment.
"Actually, no, I brought you Coffee", I said and handed him the cup. He was stunned for a second but took the cup then after realizing that I'm serious about it, "Now to my question. I want to know what happened".
McKinsey took a long sip from the hot drink, then he stared at Trigger. "The hell you mean with, What happened?", he shot back. I noticed that he immediately got defensive about this topic.
"Why are you treating us that way", i counter, letting my voice raise a little bit too.
"Please, Preston for the love of god. Stop being so damn cryptic here. I had a bad morning as it is for fucks sake".
"What the Fuck happened that changed you this way!". I was yelling. I'm pretty sure nearly the whole base heard me since McKinsey was silent and stunned as he stared at me. In my little fit i stood up and punched the table. "Please, tell me what happened to make you this way. I know you McKinsey. You commanded me a time ago, 444, Ringing any bells? Back then you where a damn dick and all of a sudden this asshole of a man turns into a model leader. Either something life changing happened after I went to the LRSSG or you're just pulling something here to fool us all".
"I died". The response was sudden and dry. It took me completely of guard and shocked me to my core. "You fucking what?!".
"I DIED! Okay. I was sent go the frontlines to lead the main assault against Farbanti".
"But I never heard or saw you there", my tone got softer after McKinsey's outburst.
"That's because my Unit never reached our damn destination. Ex-convicts attacked our convoy from the air and killed nearly everyone there. I lost good men back there, friends. Most of them not even past 25, like you. After Osean PJs got us out of there, they declared me dead inside their Helicopter, and i was clinically dead for about half an hour. Until the docs in Usea patched me up again with organs of my fallen men. There's not a single day since then that i don't see these boys in front of my face each time i close my eyes. I see and hear them laughing, chatting in my head. I guess this changed me... happy?".
I've heard of that Unit. These guys didn't even get close to Farbanti when they got attacked. I heard everything over Coms as i approached Farbanti over the Air.
"Colonel... I-", he cut me off mid sentence, "No, the last thing i need is pity".
I nodded and stretched my hand out, "Friends?", he looked at it and hesitated for a second. "Friends", he took my hand and shook it firmly with a warm smile.
The radio on my Hip and the one on McKinsey's table both came to life simultaneously.
"All units, this is Gate Keeper. We have three unknown victors approaching from the south. They seem military but they ain't Osean or Erusian".
"Station Copies Gate Keeper, Nomad squad is on its way to South Gate".
"Understood Station. Holding position here. Over and out".
I looked to McKinsey as he looked at me. "Shall we?", he asked. I nodded and we both made our way to the South gate.
On the way McKinsey's radio came to life. "Sir, we need you at the South gate ASAP".
"I'm on my way".
Once there, we witnessed Nomad Squad standing at the entrance. These guys where hardened veterans, they knew their work.
"Sir. Their leader, Itami or something like this wants to talk to Captain Mitchell or with you".
McKinsey nodded in acknowledgment. "Two guys Follow me, the rest keep a damn eye out for these fuckers. If hey try anything funny sent them to the high heavens. Trigger, you're also with me".
Two Nomads, that's how they called themselves, McKinsey and I went up to the three vehicles. I've seen these things somewhere.
"Good morning you guys. You called for the man in charge, here he is".
Then it hit me...
"Greetings. My name's First Lieutenant Yōji Itami. I have a request".
They're the same guys from Itallica.
"A request? Alright lemme hear it son".
"You have one of us captive and we'd like to have her back".
I was stunned at the bluntness of the soldier. Never did i hear someone this green being the leader of a Military Unit. McKinsey seemed to agree with me as he began to laugh out loud. Some of the Gate keepers even laughed.
"Son, i don't think you understand how this stuff works. Why don't you come on Base for a little chat", said McKinsey, he ordered the Gate Keepers to open the gates to the Base and let the Japs in.
McKinsey's Office:
"Please, Lieutenant take a seat", offered McKinsey as he sat down. Itami brought Kuribayashi and Kuwahara with him into the Office. McKinsey had next to his personal guards also Captain John Mitchell and Trigger at his side.
"Alright colonel. I don't have much time. So why don't we just speed up the process?".
"Well... no. We cannot", replied McKinsey and leaned back in his chair.
"No? What do you mean, no?", said Itami baffled.
McKinsey came forward, leaning ln his elbows now, "She's a prisoner of War after all. This isn't as easy as just letting her free like that you know".
"Colonel...", Itami sighed, "Please, my government wants me to report to them back home. I don't have much time".
"You fucking idiot", Kuribayash muttered under her breath. Trigger threw her a look that said, "you serious?".
"That's Interesting, Lieutenant. I think my men should accompany you", said McKinsey. Itami almost fell of his chair, "W... What?".
"I mean, you want to get your soldier back, don't you", Itami nodded like a lost puppy, "and for that you need my guys because your soldier is in Itallica and after the last... 'incident' i don't think that y'all be welcomed with open arms".
Suddenly the door bursted open and the Princess herself entered the Office. Trigger's eyes widened as he saw his secret girlfriend burst through his commanders office.
"I'll accompany them", she said defiantly. Everyone stared in disbelief. "Your highness, it's really not a good idea to", McKinsey wanted to talk her off but got cut off mid sentence, "I know what i'm doing and i want him as my personal advisor", she pointed at me. My eyes widened even more, almost to the point where they'd fall out of the sockets.
"As added bonus, we can go get your soldier", she said to the Japanese soldiers.
McKinsey gave me a confused and sceptic look and turned to the Princess again. The office was silent until McKinsey let out a Sigh, "Alright Princess. You can go, but not with my Pilot", he countered. "I'll take him, if you want or not".
McKinsey groaned loudly and slammed his head on his table while muttering something like "damn teenagers". He looked up again. "Fine. But don't expect any help to come when you're stranded in their world.
"Works for me", she countered and then turned to me. "You need to come with me now", she said in her authoritative voice and grabbed my arm, pulling me outside. I gave McKinsey a sheepish grin while he stared at us in disbelief.
"Well, you heard the woman. She's coming with y'all", McKinsey said to the now baffled Japanese soldiers sitting opposite from him.
3rd Recon:
"Are you out of your god damn Mind!", yelled a really pissed off Shino, "You just invited a possible enemy into our fucking home!", she added to her rant. Itami just took it all in and didn't reply while sighing.
"Shino, calm down", he said much to calmly for the situation he was in.
"Calm down?! Are you shitting me?! You're the worst soldier in Japans history and you will be the reason when it comes to its downfall". Soldiers walking passed the vehicles stared at them while Shino kept yelling at her officer.
Suddenly Itami snapped. He abruptly stood from his seat and was in front of Shino's face. "I told you, to calm the fuck down. I won't tolerate your childish behavior no more. All the time we went on this god for saken mission you where either insulting me or straight out ignoring my orders. I accept the fact that you don't like me but that's a personal matter. Insult me as much as you want but call me a bad soldier one time more and I swear to god, i'll see personally to it that you leave the military one way or another". Itami sat back into the lead High mobility vehicle and slammed the door shut. Shino just stood there in shock. She didn't move, didn't blink, just stood there as the threat of Itami sank in.
3rd Recon watching the whole ordeal, was shocked at Itami's outburst.
Princess Rosa Cossette D'Elise:
Cossette being the Princess she of course got her own little housing with an A/C and heating and me being her secret Boyfriend I of course was dragged into there. Under the disguise of doing something for the upcoming operation tomorrow she pulled me into her Hut.
"Alright Captain, I have something really important to discuss with you", she said and approached me with a hungry smirk on her face.
"Oh yeah? What's that then?", i asked eagerly closing the distance between us as well. The whole room grew very hot all of a sudden, even with the A/C blasting cold air out constantly.
"I want to you to help me with a problem captain. A problem which only you can solve". She laid her hand on my chest and was about to Kiss me when suddenly someone knocked at the door.
"Fucking bastard", she said under her breath.
"Your highness, there was a change in plans. Y'all are leaving today in 2 hours". Her eyes widened. "Thank you", she said. "What an Asshole. Destroyed our moment for gods sake".
I couldn't help but laugh at her angry face. In my eyes she looked to Cute to be angry. Thus seeing her with her arms crossed over her chest and glaring at the door made me laugh heartily.
I went up to her and hugged her from her behind, "Oh no, is little miss Pwincess angwy?", i said in a teasing tone.
"Yes! Yes i am", she replied in an equal mock tone. "Then let Tickle Trigger fix that", i said, only to grab her and throw her onto the bed tickling her into nothingness. "No! Not Tickle Trigger!!", she managed to say in between laughter. "Please! Stop!", she couldn't stop laughing until her uncontrollable fidgeting set an sudden end to my tickling. Yeah... she hit me right between the legs with her foot, full force.
"Uff... shitballs", i muttered as i fell on my knees holding my crotch.
She immediately stopped laughing and jumped to her feet, "Oh no! I'm so sorry", she said while holding my shoulder. My face was twisted in pain but i managed to say a few things, "Nope... no... everything's fine Babe. It ain't your fault".
-Preventing a War-
Falmart calendar, 1291
OIA, Agent Hudson
Itallica, Noon
"So you are telling me that about 30 men, women and children where brought here. In Itallica", Said Hudson. He was in a separate room with one of the bandits who was a survivor of the initial Cate invasion.
"Yes... about 30 of them where brought here, the other 50 where brought into Sadera and a unknown amount were brought to other kingdoms or Mines to work there". Hudson had a custom built Taran Tactical 2011 Pit Viper in his hands and pointed it at the prisoner. The latter knew what this thing was capable off and wouldn't take any chances.
"This means...", Hudson looks into the air and goes all the numbers through, "Their are at least 100 of our people who've been brought over here", he said matter of factly. "Give me the details. Everything, how many are where. I need the details", he ordered.
"I don't know, i swear", the bandit tried to shield his face with his hands but these where tied to a table. "Did you forget what i've told you about lying? Here's a reminder. I'll paint the wall behind you with your brain matter".
The bandit was visibly shaking in fear. "Please, i really don't know where they are exactly. That was all i know", he said, a desperate plea in his tone.
Hudson sighed, "fine, you can go". Hudson cut the ropes binding the bandit to the table and sat back into his chair. The man didn't know what to do. "Come on, leave", Hudson urged.
"Thank you so much", the bandit said and stood up from his chair and walked up to the door, only to find out that it was locked. The man looked back at Hudson. The latter just grinning. "Oh damn... i'm so stupid, i forgot that it's locked". Then, two gunshots. The bandit collapsed to the ground, screaming in pain. Hudson just shot both of his kneecaps.
"Alright you bastard. Last chance before i give you a third eye socket. Where. Are. My. People?".
The door opened and Hudson walked out. Kelly stood outside and managed to get a glance of the Pistol Hudson just reholstered. "Holy shit. That's a Pit Viper. Where the hell did you get your hands on that thing?", Kelly asked enthusiastically.
"One of the pros of working for the best funded intelligence agency in the world. You get the best Toys out of everyone". Kelly looked past Hudson, where he saw the bandit laying with a hole in between his eyes. "And, got what you wanted?", asked Kelly.
"Partially. I know that there are at least 100 of our people in this world. About 30 of em are, or where here. You guys found the first half dead so there are still some of them. Then there are about 50 in their capital and a unknown amount in their mines and other labor work locations. By the way, do you by any chance know where that tomato head is?". Kelly shrugged in response, "The last time i saw her, she was in the Palace. Maybe you'll find her there".
"Okay... come with me", ordered Hudson. "What? Why?", asked Kelly bewildered. "She's probably searching for her dead friend and you need to tell her what happened", replied Hudson as it was the most normal thing in the world.
"You want me, to tell her, that i shot her friend in self defense? Are you shitting me?". Kelly didn't understand how that'll help to create stronger relations in between their nations.
"Yes", Hudson replied plainly.
Itallica, Palace, throne chamber:
Piña was looking for Norma but didn't find him anywhere. Normally he'd be hitting on the local female population but now he was nowhere to be found. So she went to the only place she'd think he would be. At the palace.
"Hamilton, did you find him?", she asked her servant as the latter linked up to her. "No your highness. Grey didn't either".
Piña Sighed, "Where is that idiot?".
"Maybe the count knows something?", suggested Hamilton. "Good idea Hamilton. Let's go", said Piña and the two made their way to the throne room.
Once there they pushed open the doors and saw the Soldier in Black and the other one in green talking to the Count. "Ah, Princess Piña. I was looking for you". Said Hudson.
"For m...me?", she stuttered out. Hudson nodded, "You see, my Friend Kelly here has something to say. But since he can't speak latin, i'll say it for him", Hudson was Cut off by Piña, "Hold on. What's latin? We call our language common". Hudson stared blankly. "Anyways... He wants to tell you that he knows where your friend is". Piña's face immediately lit up. "You know where Norma is?!", she almost yelled in excitement. "Well. Yes i do. But he's dead". Kelly didn't understand the stuff spoken but he could imagine what was said by Piña's face expression. Also reading her face, he assumed that Hudson just said it in his usual dry and monotone voice.
"Wha... how?", Piña managed to say in her state of shock.
"Well, he attacked our boys. And they shot him and the Militants with him", Hudson explained, not really caring about the weight of his words.
"Well... he had it coming eventually". Now it was Hudson's turn to look stunned.
"Wait what?", he said shocked by her statement. "Norma was a arrogant asshole. I'm not really sad that he died. More shocked because he was a capable fighter. Anyways...", before the Princess could say another word, the door bursted open and the rest of the Rose Order Piña ordered earlier came in. The problem about it was that they had an Osean chained up and dragged into the throne chamber.
A/N:
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