Something is Wrong with the Coruscant Guard

Chapter 5

Trigger Warning
Implied/Referenced Rape-Noncon

It had taken Wolffe a good half an hour to manage to slip out from under Thire and Fox without waking them up. He had been worried once he was gone, they would feel the gap and automatically wake up but it shows how tired they must be as they both just rolled closer to each other and latched on. It was quite cute and if he had a datapad with him, he would've taken a photo. It was probably a good thing though as Fox would kill him if he found out he had done that. He spent some more time watching over them before making his way through the barracks to the front, leaving them with Helix who had returned earlier.

He was starting to get even more unsettled as he walked through the halls, noting how the Guard were all wearing their helmets or those who weren't, put them on immediately when they saw him. They kept a wide berth when they passed him and wouldn't even look his direction. It was unnerving. He shrugged it all off however and continued until he was outside, waiting for his Wolfpack to arrive with whatever they could gather. There was eventually some movement and Wolffe glanced up to see five of his wolfpack walking over quietly. They each had a pack and were carrying different tubs.

"Commander," Boost said with a nod as they paused in front of him. He ran his eyes over the five of them, identifying them as Boost, Sinker, Comet, Rocky and Cub.

"Put your helmets on and follow me," Wolffe said, slipping his own helmet on. Clearly the Guard was having some issues with removing their helmets around others, so for now they will respect that and hopefully it might help. The other five all mimicked his actions and trailed along behind him as he walked into the Guard barracks once again. The Guard at the front desk looked up and even though his helmet was on, Wolffe could tell he was confused and uncertain.

"Commander," he said slowly, his head turning between the six of them. They would've made an odd sight with the tubs and backpacks, so it was understandable.

"Hey Loch, long time no see. I'm just wondering where we can put all of this to sort through and distribute," Wolffe asked.

"What is it? If you're planning on playing a prank or disturbing the others, you can just leave now," Loch said with a frown.

"No, nothing of the sort. We've just brought some supplies, like some food, medical supplies, blankets and stuff," Wolffe assured him.

"Y-You bought b-blankets? A-And food," Loch asked shakily as he stood up and peered over. He seemed to contemplate for a few seconds before leaving the desk and moving over. Wolffe knew the young trooper was finding it hard to believe so he opened up the lid of the tub Sinker was holding on to show what was inside. It was stacked full of blankets and food rations. It was quiet for a few seconds before Loch stumbled and Wolffe lunged forward at the same time Comet dropped his tub and reached out. The two of them caught the shiny and slowly lowered him to the ground so he wouldn't get hurt. His breathing was clearly quickened, and Comet went to tug off his helmet but Wolffe managed to slap his hand away in time. He didn't want to spook the poor shiny out even more.

"Loch, is it okay if I take off your helmet? I'm not going to hurt you or touch you without your consent but you're panicking right now, and I want to give you better air to breathe," Wolffe asked gently. Loch struggled for a few more seconds before nodding vigorously. Wolffe reached out slowly and gently tugged the helmet off Loch's head, placing it down beside them. His heart clenched as it was made even more apparent that he was a shiny by how young he looked. He wasn't as young as Cub, but he was definitely fresh from Kamino within the past few months.

"Okay Loch, do you know who I am," Wolffe asked. Loch didn't react to his question, just continued to pant harshly with wide eyes as he sat almost limp.