Hereford Base; Briefing Room 1

May 19th, 2021

Derek POV

You were sitting in your chair as Mark went over the reconnaissance that they discovered while in Moscow.

NATO: We spotted three transport vehicles move in and out of the facility. This cycle happened every 3 hours. With a different van each time they stop to deliver supplies.

Demo: Whether it was Ammunition, weaponry, soldiers, or even chemicals, those vehicles brought it all.

Derek: So there trade route is every 3 hours.

NATO: Precisely, we also photographed a few points of interest if we decided to move into the facility.

He pulled up the photographs onto the main projector in the room.

NATO: We found a spot just outside of the facility that has little security. Could take them out silently and move towards the staircase that leads to a door. We have no idea where it leads, however it's a start. Our next spot was the roof. Same way, we go through the area with little security and rappel up onto the roof. There's a hole in the roof so dropping down would be silent considering we wouldn't have to break anything. Or you can say fuck it and charge right through the main gate and risk being swarmed by every mask in the facility, with the added super soldiers that they have aswell.

Mickey: Yea let's not do the third option.

Demo: From our vantage point aswell, we found it to be a good place for Mickey to set up to give us covering fire from the outside in case we do get caught inside. There is also a trail where the transport vehicles come through, get some traps laid out on the trail just incase they send reinforcements, it'll buy us some extra time.

Derek: What about security? How many are we looking at?

NATO: From the one spot we saw that could be a stealth approach, 2 guards. 20 guards also surround the entire area however the 2 on that side, will never be noticed if they were missing-

Mickey: So we just take out those 2 guards and move into the facility? That seems simple.

NATO: You didn't let me finish, they move around every minute and are constantly watching their surroundings. So other guards moving to that exact spot will notice that 2 guards are missing.

Derek: What if we did the old swap again?

Demo: Can't, They're using a specific code now that Mark is having trouble deciphering. One wrong move and you're Swiss cheese. So once we get inside, we're not going to have easy time getting back out.

Derek: Damn, wait hold on. How good was that vantage point?

Demo: It was good, saw the whole layout of the facility and every guard.

Derek: Mickey, you'll move to that vantage point and oversee the whole area. Once we move inside, any guards that move close to our entry point and notice the two guards missing, drop em.

Mickey: See now that's what I like, however it can't just be me up there. I can be precise but I'm not necessarily fast enough to take down multiple guards.

Derek: You're right, Ash how good are you with a marksman rifle?

Ashley: I haven't used one in years.

Derek: We have a long week then.

Mickey: I could try to get Kali to come along aswell, it'd help having a third person for the advantage.

Derek: If you can't then you can't however, before we strike, we'll do another reconnaissance the day before to make sure nothing has changed. We all have a bit of time to do extra training, work on your aim and CQC training. If those super soldiers get close, we'll be in for a rough ride.

Everyone: Yes sir.

Derek: Franklin, give me a hand would ya?

Patch: Its what I'm here for.

Franklin walked over to you and slowly helped you up and handed you your crutches.

Patch: You think we'd be able to pull this off?

Derek: As long as no one screws up, we can.

Timeskip

May 29th, 2021

Hereford Base; Gym

You were watching the girls run around the track holding 15 lb plates until you saw Ela drop hers. It's been more than a week and your leg was healing so you didn't need the crutches anymore, however you still needed to be mindful of your hip. While it was nearly healed, you still needed to be weary of it reopening.You walked over to Ela and stood over her.

Derek: Do you have butter on your fingers Bosak!

Ela: Ok, this is getting ridiculous. I still don't understand why you have to be training us.

Derek: Because I have nothing better to do. Now pick up that plate, and get moving Bosak!

She picked up the plate and went to finish off her last 2 laps. You walked back over to your original spot and looked at the girls finish their last lap. Once their last lap was done, you gave them new orders.

Derek: Congrats, you guys did that faster than last time. You can place the weights down and move back into the gym. I will give further instructions.

The girls walked back into the gym as you started to head back aswell. Once you got inside they were already in a line and you stood in front of them.

Derek: I'm going to be honest with you all. You're weakest feat, is close quarters combat. Besides Taina and Nøkk, you all fight like a feminist after watching 3 minutes worth of self defense class that was terribly choreographed off of tiktok. I will study your movements while you spar eachother, find out what you're doing exactly wrong. Got it?

Everyone: Yes sir!

Derek: Good. Ela, Meghan you guys are up first.

The two got onto the mat and started to spar. You noticed that Meghan was more on an offensive approach, throwing very predictable but powerful swings. Ela on the other hand was being more defensive, however wasn't getting close. She seemed fearful to take a hit, but also fearful to hit her friend.

Derek: Pause.

The two stopped and looked at you.

Valkyrie: What is it?

Derek: Meghan, your swings are slow and predictable however they're powerful. You have the arms and the strength, use it with speed aswell and throw in jabs or even faster swings.

Valkyrie: Got it.

Derek: Ela, you're fast, however you're not showing me you can throw the punches. Use your speed to your advantage. Get around her, and don't be afraid to hit her. She's sparring with you for a reason, so that way you know what to do when the time comes if you ever get up close and personal with a mask.

You watched each female operator spar with another and gave each of them a tip on what they're doing wrong instead of what they should be doing. Monika relied too much on her legs for offense instead of using her arms which caused her to have a poor defense when the fight wasn't in her favor. Tina relied on her welcome mats which caused her to lack form so this resulted in a poor offensive and defensive state.

After everyone was finished, you told them that was it for the day and to get rest and to remember what you told them. They all exited however you called Ashley to stay back and to come back over to you.

Ashley: What is it?

Derek: How's Marksman Training going with Sean?

Ashley: Its going great, I mean it was rough in the beginning, however I feel as though I'm starting to get the hang of it.

Derek: Good, because we'll be relying on you once we get inside.

Ashley: You can count on me little brother.

Derek: *laughs* Hey, what did I tell you about calling me that.

Ashley: Oh just the usual.

She began to mock your voice as she stated reasons to not call you little brother.

Ashley: *mocking* I'll pull you off of the mission, I'll make you do more than everyone else, I'll make you eat the peas that you don't like to eat on your food tray.

Derek: Ok I get it, I'm taller, leaner, stronger, and more skilled than you. So what does that make me?

Ashley: A child.

Derek: I get it, you're older so it makes no difference.

Ashley: Glad you can agree.

The gym doors opened to reveal Sean walking in with a scoped EBR-14 dangling on the back of his left shoulder.

Mickey: You ready?

Ashley: Yea, see you later Lil bro.

Derek: Later Sis.

The two walked away and you decided to leave the gym. You walked through the halls until you felt your phone vibrate. You took it out of your pocket and it was a text from Chelsea.

Derek: Huh, haven't heard from her in awhile.

Chelsea: Hey so I have a question

Derek: What is it?

Chelsea: So we're having a party at the university and knowing that Brighton is still having some problems with masks, I was curious if you could come as a means of protection.

Derek: Depends on when it is, because I'm still healing and once I am fully healed, gonna be going on a mission.

Chelsea: It's on June 13th, think you'll be doing anything that day?

Derek: Most likely not, if there is a mission however, I'll just send my squad out with Demo being squad leader.

Chelsea: Great! There'll be other security there aswell, however I want someone there that I can rely on.

Derek: I understand.

Chelsea: Ttyl.

Derek: What does she mean by tty- ow!

You walked into a door that was opening you looked to see who opened it and saw Ela standing in the doorway wearing a towel.

Derek: Huh, wasn't keeping track of where I was going. I'm not supposed to be here.

Ela: Where are you going?

Derek: Russians dorm to go drink with them, having some of the nonsense join aswell.

Ela: That sounds nice.

Derek: Yea, I could use the relief after getting back into training.

Ela: You're not being reckless are you?

Derek: No?

Ela: Thats a lie.

Derek: I can't lose my physical shape. Besides, it isn't that bad.

Ela: Just be careful, the least we want to worry about is you reopening that wound. You looked so sad that whole week.

Derek: Not being able to do anything sucks.

Ela: Been there many times, but it helps teach you what can happen if you dont think.

Derek: I know, anyways I need to head back towards the male dorm to get to the Russians.

Ela: Oh one more thing.

Derek: What is it?

Ela: Just wondering if you wanted to hangout tomorrow or something.

Derek: How come?

Ela: Just to get to know you more, your history in the military, what you excel in besides battle tactics, and just some other small things. Plus you're a really great guy, I feel like I trust you more than everyone else that I know.

Derek: Yea Ofcourse, just give me a time and we can.

Ela: Great, see you later Derek.

Derek: Bye Ela.

You walked away from her room as you headed back towards the male dorms. You reached the Russian Dorm and walked inside. As expected, the Russians were already drinking. The Russians noticed your presence and Alexsandr stood up with a bottle of vodka in his hand.

Tachanka: Ah good you're here comrade.

Derek: Seems I already missed the start of the drinking.

Tachanka: Dah my friend. Go ahead and take a seat...