"We did it!" Some of them said as they jumped for joy.Truly we emerge victors but, that last discomforting scene sent the chills down my spine. I could even see the perplexed expression that was worn by Jack's face. Although, it wasn't obvious.Was that brutal attack from Jack? Or if not... Who could it be?Even before I could mentioned his name, He muttered succinctly. "I have nothing to do with that, it wasn't me." He took short breathers during his statement, due to the fact that he was still finding it difficult to regulate his heartbeat, so I tried to avoid questioning him any further.I was quite relieved that the other soldiers didn't know what had really happened, as all of them were still on the seventh heaven, celebrating their miniature victory as they approached. So based on the look of things, only I and Jack had seen the gory scene."He did it." One of my men echoed, while balling his fists, and punching the air concurrently to emphasize happiness. Thereby; causing a lou
Hiroshi's POV----------------------We were now miles away from the city, and on getting closer to the valley of death, I ordered my men to stop."I don't need to make myself clear on the reason for suspending the trip temporarily. Do I?" I inquired with a loud and clear voice.Immediately I said this, my men responded halfheartedly in unision. They all stared at the ground in disgrace as I walked upfront, taking a glance at each of their faces, and the environment. I let out a slight sigh, then a serious look followed thereafter."You guys really did well during the battle. To be honest, I'm impressed. Your composure was on another level for a bunch of low level soldiers." Silence took its reign for a few seconds. It appeared they all were taken aback by my statement. That wasn't what they expected but as a general, I felt it was better to commend before you condemned your soldiers after a battle.Breaking the silence furthermore, I updated the soldiers on Jack and Denki's treatment.
"What's happening here?" Hiroshi asked blankly.Hiroshi? I was pretty surprised that he made it in time."Looks like you made it in time. Well according to reports, he's from the battle at the valley of death. He's strong and extremely cunning. Didn't you face him in battle?" *I paused for a moment to allow Hiroshi to process my words."Him? I didn't even see his shadow." Hiroshi replied, while rubbing the back of his head with his hand in confusion."Captain!.." A voice echoed as he walked up to us, then bowed on his knees."Please, permit me!" He requested."Speak up!" Hiroshi commanded.Observing his hesitation, I made a gesture permitting him to speak. He was probably waiting for my consent."Thank you!" He said humbly, then points at the unknown identity."This man, was there during the battle sir.He was responsible for forty percent of our loss, apart from Akitora and his men damages.A surprised expression could be seen on Hiroshi's face."Huhn! this man?". Hiroshi asked, along
General Minamino could be seen on a tall building, addressing the new set of soldiers."Men of valuable talents, your perseverance and guts have been rewarded. You all belong to the army as from today. Like I had promised, the top ten thousand would be given the opportunity to chose if they want to belong to the marine, Air force or militias.You can still choose to remain in the army of course. And yes, the top ten thousand can choose any division they want to belong to that's if they decide to remain in the Army"."Whoooa!!!""That's cool!""I'm so jealous!" Series of comments, and compliments could be heard from diverse angles."Keep your mouths shut!" Echoed the warrant officer, whose name was Steve Clark.And immediately, everywhere became as silent as a cemetery. Although, some murmurings could still be heard."Jeez! Must he yell every time?" A voice whispered. "What did you say?" Steve asked to confirm if he heard someone complaining, or it was just an assumption. The war
Alright, it's been few weeks since I entered the army. I'm still at the bottom but, according to what the warrant officer(Clark) declared.....There were three ways to secure a higher rank for yourself:*Your training and battle performances are the most important.*Secondly, engaging in duels & dethroning*Thirdly, through recommendation.He also mentioned other guidelines, which I didn't pay attention to.Speaking of the devil, his cold stare almost caught me off guard, and his eyes were as hard as a rock, even though it was right behind his transparent goggles.His eyes were red, pointed nose and black hair which he typically keeps slicked-back.Slim fitted white shirt on black trousers, alongside a pair of white sneakers to complete his attire."Good day sir!" I bowed, before walking swiftly to avoid an eye contact. Even though I took a quick glance at him.His facial expressions was as stern as usual but, observing people wasn't in my schedule today.Oh yeah, time for my fir
"I can walk myself up". I said blankly."You are so full of yourself". He replied with a warm smile.Hiroshi's POV(point of view).We were now at the front of a very tall gate, and this was another investigation sect. Just like the one I and my sis visited, when we went to meet Jinoshi."You had better behave yourself as from now!" I ordered, putting on a poker face."Aye Sir!" He replied nonchalantly, as he mimicked the accent of an ancient pirate. However, what pissed me of the most was the way he kept devouring his finger nails with his teeth.I couldn't take it any longer, as the door creaked open in a slow manner."And stop picking your nose!" I yelled, as I vibrated my head in a comical manner."Aye! aye!" The repetition of his response got me fuming like a mad bull.Immediately I entered, there were maids standing at the entrance to receive us."Which room sir?" A fair lady asked, alongside a slight bow.Seemed like she was one of their new staffs."Fool! It's the captain, lead
Note:This chapter was meant to be before *checking the billboard and after *time's up.Please bear with us.Made some mistakes during sequential uploads.*"We're here!" I uttered with both eyes closed. We were now standing at the front of a tall building.I brought out a chip, then inserted it while licking my left thumb."I can't believe that's the entry code." Hinata said as she heaved a sigh."Yeah! That's the only way of preventing unwanted outsiders." I said as I removed the chip.It was so funny to say but yet, it was a medium of high restriction. One needed the chip to asses the building but, without licking your thumb it isn't going to open. That was the entry sign because of unwanted intruders."You can wait for me here." I said with a serious tone."Humph! You worry too much, I'm okay." She replied me as she raised her hands midway in nonchalance. Her bright and positive way of approaching things never seem to erode or diminish.I didn't like it when she followed me to buildi
I should have allowed Floch and others to finish them off. I said inwardly."No!" I shook my head, as I felt what I did was right. "They keep treating us like we are pawns." I mused.I was now walking towards Kenji's direction, still deep in thoughts. And oh! That reminds me, as soon as we get out of this mess, I'll inquire from Jinoshi about the welfare of Jack and Denki.One thing I knew of a surety was that the soul heaters were full of battle talents."The dust in the wind....." I muttered to myself, as I tried to remember who I had heard that statement from."Oh crap, I almost forgot about Kenji." Immediately I remembered, my mood soured in an instant.I peeped to check, if Kenji was moving or doing anything suspicious but to my surprise, he was sitting lazily on the chair I asked him to sit on as he kept looking at the surroundings in a sluggish manner."What's still keeping him?" He sighed, before readjusting his sitting posture.On sighting me, he got up quickly, then walked to