Part 8: Forces Inbound

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As the first rays of the afternoon sun pierced through the dense canopy of ancient trees, the US Army gathered at the edge of the darkened forest. A sea of soldiers, Banners bearing the emblem of their country flapped proudly in the breeze, the vibrant colors of their Army isuued outfits contrasting with the somber hues of the forest near the coast.

The air was thick with anticipation and unease. The soldiers' faces were etched with a mixture of determination and fear, for they knew that their path led them towards an enemy unlike any they had ever faced. Rumors of the enemy's power had spread like wildfire throughout the planet, and the weight of that knowledge hung heavy in the soldiers' shoulders.

General James Hargrove, a seasoned fighter with unmatched records during his time in Apollo's Eye and the US Navy, and finally climbing through the ranks of the US Army, with a weathered face and piercing eyes, walked to the front of the formation. His voice boomed, carrying over the heads of his troops.

General Hargrove: "My soldier, as you can see down there on the beach, stands Aiden Moore.. The man who terrorized the world for the past few months, I have just received word that many of Europe's countries have marched with us today for our final showdown with the terrorist, our numbers now soar high. For once a glimmer of hope has been bestowed on us. Today we go to war, though the enemy has shown great strength and overwhelming power when we last faced him, we won't let that bring us down, we will fight with honor! dignity! and sheer fucking will. Snipers get to your position, The Tank battalions, man the vehicules, and the rest of you, let's build a trench right here, it'll serve as our main line of attack. MOVE IT!"

A resounding cheer erupted from soldiers, echoing through the forest and dissipating their doubts. With the general at the helm, everyone assumed their posts while most of them started setting up a trench.

Kara having escaped Aiden's line of sight, flies towards the Ashwinder Corp's approaching squad, while Murniker attempts to make contact with the Trinity Squadrons, for they were close enough for a direct call with Murniker.

Aiden still in the air staring the upcoming army down.

Aiden: "Everyone's here, where shall we start this massacre!?"

Kara arrives to the Ashwinder Corp squad leader.

Kara: "Ey! Where's Oliver!?"

Squad Leader: "It's an honor to meet you Miss Ashwinder, I am the top ranking Lieutenant in the Corp, Mark Stevenson. Your father is still assembling more of our troops."

Kara: "There's more coming!?"

Stevenson: "Yes, all of us are being summoned, though some have already went A.W.O.L, they think it's a losing battle."

Kara: "Cowards, what are your current numbers?"

Stevenson: "As of right now, we are at a solid 980 personnel, but once our reinforcements arrive, that number will be quadrupled."

Kara: "Amazing, I have a plan I must pursue so don't count on me for help, if this goes smoothly, Aiden Moore goes down today!"

Stevenson: "We weren't planning to, Miss Ashwinder! Do what you have to do! THE REST OF YOU, LET'S KILL THAT SON OF A BITCH!"

A raging response from the Ashwinder Corp squad as they continue their path towards the beach.

Murniker succesfully reached the approaching starship of The Trinity.

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