Chapter 2: There's a Red Tape for a Reason.
Capt. Pierson: I'll talk to the Major General about this. For now, you can keep him for a moment.
Kiana: Thank you!
Richard: Goddamn-
Capt. Pierson: With one condition. You girls are only allowed to chat with him unless the Major General granted your permission.
Kiana: Oh...
Richard: I'll wait with my Company, sir.
Capt. Pierson: Good.
They left, as Pierson started to radio back to HQ of Normandy being Liberated... And then Kiana's offer to have Richard as a Liaison Officer for the Schicksal.
Richard: Alright... Tell me this. Why did you call me Raine, when I'm not him?
Mei: Well...
Kiana: It's a troubling one...
They told everything, along with Raine murdering Otto for his Childhood Friend, the children of the Babylon Labs, and their unintentional murder of their Captain. Upon hearing that, I was surprised, but I consider Raine's action to be justifiable and gave more reason to trust Raine... and less to the Valkyries.
Kiana: Since then... We visit his Grave that we've made in Babylon Labs to remember them and our Former Captain, for being victims of circumstances...
Richard: Well, no wonder Anti-Entropy and World Serpent are attacking your organization, you Idiota! He has made connections with them in order to form a United Front against the Honkai!!!
Theresa: He made deals with them to form a United Front!? No wonder...
Himeko: He did the right thing... And yet...
Mei: If only they've just let him live...
Bronya: ... The Bronya now considers herself worthless...
Seele: Bronya! Don't say that!
Richard: Hey. Calm down... We're now the clean-up crew... Well, the Coalition Forces are... But you have to live through his death.
Fu Hua: We'll... we'll try...
Seele: Lieutenant...
Richard: Yes?
Seele: Can I... Can I call you Onii-Chan...? Because... I couldn't...
Richard: Please don't... They're getting the wrong idea, and best if you just let go of him.
Kallen: LET GO OF MY ANGEL!?
Kallen's eyes went Yandere... And then she calmed down...
Kallen: S-Sorry... You're right... I must've mistaken your words...
Sakura: *Patting Kallen* There. There...
Richard: It's fine... But still, he's gone now. And you have to live with the consequences. He's no longer in this world.
Valkyrie 1: Yeah...
Valkyrie 2: We felt bad for him now... Now I hate myself for pulling the trigger... If only I let go...
Valkyrie 3: He's a good person with a broken heart and a shattered mind... If we had known earlier, we could've given Otto the boot.
Fu Hua: Since then, we decided to work harder to make sure, his heroism does not go unfinished... And his pain will be ours...
Richard: That's... Quite Noble... But I guess he won't easily forgive you...
Raine (Soul): I could forgive. But I won't forget their actions...
Richard (Mentally): I've noticed. Let's hope they can redeem themselves...
Himeko: It'll take time for us to let go... But we'll try.
Richard: Good to hear.
After we've talked for a while... A Jeep arrived in Normandy. I got in attention and saluted, as I know who that is.
Richard: Major General, sir!
MajGen Davis: Lieutenant. I've heard from Pierson about their proposal.
Theresa: Yeah. The Overseer asked us to pick one, and we choose Richard.
MajGen Davis: Is that so? He's one of our best Soldiers, and you picked the right choice. He's a perfect candidate, too.
The Valkyries cheered as they could work with the Arditi and maybe learn about their missions... and also learn about me... To be able to get me to date any of them... What the fuck...?
MajGen Davis: But I've made some conditions to your Overseer.
They then groaned while I smirked.
Of course, There's a Red Tape for a Reason.
MajGen Davis: One: The Arditi will have their own Base of Operations, not too close to any Schicksal Bases. Which means they'll be in Vladivostok, Russia of this World.
Kiana: Are you kidding me!?
Mei: I guess that's reasonable... You guys don't trust us yet...
MajGen Davis: Two: They'll still follow orders from me or Pierson. Not your Overseer or you girls, unless approved by both Pierson and Overseer.
Theresa: Gak... Why...
Kallen: That's going to be problematic...
MajGen Davis: And Three: You can still do some Joint Exercises or some Joint Missions with them or with you. But they'll still do missions from us, as normal.
Himeko: We'll try to adapt...
Sakura: I understand... If you still have doubts, we'll try to adapt to your conditions.
MajGen Davis: Don't beat yourselves too hard. You can still chat with them, like normal. Or go on some of their Missions.
Theresa: How can we gain your trust then...?
MajGen Davis: Like I told Richard and other of my Soldiers. Do your job. Good luck... Richard?
Richard: General!
MajGen Davis: I expect the same from you, got it?
Richard: Yes, General!
MajGen Davis: Good. Return to HQ.
Richard: *Salute* Yes, General!
I walked to the Chinook and the Valkyries followed me. As that was reserved for them and for me and some of the US Pilots.
Aiello: Damn! The hero of America is now a Hero of Italy, huh, Cowboy!?
Richard: Aiello! Good to see you again, man! Still in the Coalition?
Aiello: Gotta teach the Rookies the Ropes, why not?
Theresa: You're both in Combat and training new Aviators?
Stiles: What else is new? *Noticed Richard* Welcome back, Deadman!
Richard: Hah! Never changed much huh, Homewrecker!?
Kallen: They really like to joke with each other...
Seele: I'll never understand military jokes...
Stiles: Come on. Get in, we got a seat for each of you girls.
We all got in, as Aiello and Stiles are now Aviators. And I've met...
Richard: Well, any more to say?
Perez: I think Pierson likes you.
Kiana: No, he doesn't!?
Mei: Eh...?
Kallen: How so...?
Richard: Like a Lion likes a Steak.
Bronya: ... The Bronya doesn't get it...
Aiello: We're taking off! Hang tight!
The Chinook got up and flew up.
Sakura: Looks like you're holding up yourself alright, Richard.
Richard: Yeah. I'm not injured... How 'bout yourself?
Himeko: *Giggles* Couldn't let you have fun for yourself and your Company.
I chuckled.
Perez: Hey, fun's not allowed under Pierson. Do you know why he's always riding on Richard?
Theresa: No?
Seele: I don't know, actually...
Himeko: Same here.
Kallen: What's the reason?
Perez: Battle of Kasserine Pass.
Aiello: *Radio* Lost my best friends in there. Richard almost lost his neighbor.
Bronya: The Bronya apologizes for the loss.
Perez: Yeah... Earned him an Article 15 and a Demotion to Warrant Officer.
Richard: Son of a bitch has to be a Hard Ass and his men paid a terrible price...
Theresa: W-What about the mission?
Perez: Mission was FUBAR (Fucked Up Beyond All Repair), a massacre. Honkais have no mercy as usual...
Richard: Hell, we only survived the attack all thanks to the NPX's 1021st Armored Brigade and Kami's 20th Imperial Infantry Division being nearby...
Perez: Hell, almost lost my Company thanks to that Son of a Bitch. An' Major Turner still ain't over it.
Sakura: How so?
Perez: Matter of fact, he was the one who wrote him up. Pierson figures if he made him, "Pride of the First Expedition Division." as his model platoon, he'll get it scrubbed.
Stiles: *Radio* That only problem is, we're doing the scrubbing.
Valkyries: What the hell!?
Richard: No shit. That's the reason why we're the clean-up crew.
Perez: Heh, yeah. Now you're gettin' it. That's why he's never gonna give up. He'll kill to have that removed.
Kiana: Damn it... He's a total jackass to Richard...
Richard: Hey, at least Major General Davis will let me do this instead.
Mei: Let's hope you're better.
They're on the Chinook for a while... And after a few seconds of silence...
Aiello: *Radio* Hey, you know what I'll kill for?
Himeko: What is it?
Seele: Huh?
Aiello: *Radio* Some decent grub.
Mei: Reminds me of Kiana...
Kiana: Hey!!!
Stiles: *Radio* You just had supper...
Aiello: *Radio* Shit on a shingle doesn't count.
Richard: *Radio* What? Creamed Beef with Toast ain't that bad!?
Aiello: *Radio* I can tell why it's called, Shit on a Shingle, Richard.
Richard: Well... You're not wrong...
Kiana: Pfttt... hahaha...
Himeko: I'll never understand all of the military's slang...
Mei: A good dish with a bad reputation in the military...
Perez: *Radio* Hey. How 'bout barbeque, eh?
Aiello: *Radio* Sure.
Stiles: *Radio* Sounds good. I'm getting sick of eating Shit on a Shingle too many times...
Richard: *Radio* Well, the Marines are there... Why not ask them?
Perez: Pftt... They'll probably have Crayons for Dessert.
Valkyries: ...
The Valkyries just watch them, confused by their strange jokes and sometimes making jokes about other branches... along with their light-toned attitude when off the battle.
They Joked about the Army being Immature, Marines being dumb as bricks and love to eat crayons, Air Force being Elitist and Cowardly, the Navy is full of Gays and Lesbians being very horny... and the Coast Guard for their lack of attention.
Kiana: I really like their jokes... Despite the absurdity...
Mei: I guess their chef should need to switch the recipes to prevent them from getting sick...
Himeko: I think they're having a Logistic Problem... Hence why they didn't have many options to eat.
Pronya: The Bronya agrees with Himeko.
Kallen: I hope they managed to get the supply problem fixed...
As they're arriving back at the HQ... They can see how big it is.
Not only that, they can see the Large Rail Cannons. Shooting Down any Powerful Honkais at a long distance or even in Space, just not too far, nor too close to the HQ.
Seele: Wow... Their HQ is huge...
Fu Hua: That's one hell of an Artillery...
Kiana: How many people are living there!?
Stiles: *Radio* Enough for two Field Armies and an Army Group. Including a Machine Field Army. along with an Armored Division, Mechanized Division, Marine Division, SpecOps Division, and a High Command Platoon. Including a Numbered Air Force & Two Carrier Strike Fleet.
Himeko: That's great having a Support of the Land, Air, and Sea.
Kallen: I agree. Seeing your forces can help us, focus on other places.
Glad they're welcoming to the Coalition Forces... When we touched down, I went with Stiles, Perez, and Aiello to our own BBQ. As the Valkyries went to meet the Major General... It'll take a few days to get me to Vladivostok along with my men.
Later... At the Cafeteria...
Richard: There we go! Our boys gonna be there in no time!
And of course, they've arrived, with their mouths drooling for the food we made. Grilled Beef, Roasted Chicken, Mashed potatoes, and other kinds of food we've made for our returning troops. Mostly, after completing a tiring mission.
Coalition Soldier 2: Thanks for the food, Rich! Oh, damn, Perez?
Perez: Sup, Daniels.
Coalition Soldier 3: Man! This is why Richard's popular! Aiello and his Flyboys included!
Coalition Lieutenant 1: Thanks, Rich. I owe you one, since Kasserine.
Richard: Same here. A Shame that Turner is in Azur Lane or Crimson Axis to maintain order now.
Coalition Lieutenant 2: Yeah... Let's hope he doesn't get kidnapped and forced to be a Commander.
As I was serving...
???: I've never thought a Pride of the 1st Expedition Division of the Coalition is as hot as I wanted.~
I looked at the flirter and can tell that was a woman's voice.
She's looking at me, intently...
Richard: ... Can I help you?
???: Just wanted to greet you, 1st Lieutenant.~
Richard: Alright... My name's Richard Mitchell. 1st Lieutenant. You?
Raven: I'm Raven of the World Serpent. Great to meet you, Lieutenant.
She raised her hand, and I did the same, as we handshake.
Raven: So... Your Major General just...
Richard: Yep. Creating a United Front against the Honkai, this time, the Coalition Forces will deal with diplomacy and maintaining order between the three.
???: A bit reckless. But a welcoming sight, Lieutenant Richard.
I turned to see two guys. One's a leader of Anti Entropy, another the Leader of World Serpent.
I immediately salute, along with Aiello, Perez & Stiles. Other Coalition Soldiers did the same. Why?
We know them in the briefing by Major General Davis.
Raven: Sir.
Kevin Kaslana: Raven.
Richard: Welcome to our HQ, sirs.
Welt Yang: I don't mind, Lieutenant. I'm rather honored to hear that the Coalition has did this within days, while it feels like eternity without your arrival.
Kevin Kaslana: I can't disagree on that one. We used to have a Captain of Hyperion to help with the diplomacy... But Otto always doesn't accept it, until he was killed by his own Captain.
Richard: The Man did what was necessary... It's a shame that he lost his life for nothing.
Welt Yang: I agreed. May he rest in peace...
Few Days Later...
Vladivostok, Russia, Coalition Base.
Leader: LtCol Richard Mitchell.
Available Companies: Moderno Arditi, 201st Joint Task Force Invictus.
'It was quite cold... But we can deal with the cold. The Valkyries often visit here, and I got promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. Not many, but the Captain came with me to make sure... He really wanted that scrubbed off... Still, I've met some World Serpant's Operatives and two Anti Entropy Founders... Along with a Cocolia of the Innovative Faction, that's trying to convince me to side with them instead of the Conservative Faction... You could say, I declined her offer... Despite we both went on a Date... But still, I'm under command of the Coalition Top Brass.'
'And guess who's here too?'
Asra: Richard!
Richard: Hey!
We hugged each other... Of course, we've known each other since Egypt and now in Italy. We're literally best friends...
Asra: Well, guess you're a big damn hero in Italy, huh!?~
Richard: Oh, shut it, Asra... You're always their Angel of Light...
Yeah, She's the Leader of the 1st Humanitarian Relief Regiment. They prioritize Safety and Providing Medical Care for Wounded over Fighting against the Honkais.
They're literally the Coalition's Version of the Wolfguard, from Rainbow 6. Civilians first, their lives second. They're more into defenses...
Squad Abilities:
Capt. William Pierson: Spotter. (Reveals Hidden Honkais)
Col. Nadia 'Noblewoman' Asra: Guardian Angel. (Saves Richard for Near Death.)
2nd Lt. Drew Stiles: Grenade Restock.
1st Lt. Frank Aiello: Air Support. (Helicopter Fire Support.)
Capt. Elijah Ezra (Unavailable): Armored Cavalry.
1st Lt. Augustine Perez: Ammo Restock.
(Your own OCs or any Valkyries.)
Non Yanderes:
All Male Characters. (Duh.)
Civilians.
Coalition Soldiers. (Female Coalition Soldiers included.)
Murata Himeko.
Theresa Apocalypse.
Fire Moth. (Minus Fu Hua and Kevin Kaslana's Sister.)
Anti Entropy. (Minus Cocolia.)
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