Unified Nations of Earth and Remnant

Chapter 43: Boom...

A week later, Anthony, David, Mari, Igor, Shino, Jie, Kang, Felix, Dae, and Michael were seen gearing up and entering a cargo plane along with Winter, Clover, Harriet, Marrow, Elm, and Vine.

This also included Master Gunnery Sergeant Ryan Cooper and many White Fang grunts.

A major UNE/Atlas Military/White Fang Joint-Task Force is moving in to Kerman Province, Iran to capture Khalid al-Hassan who said to be hiding in the sieged city. It's all hands on deck for this one with about 50,000 troops.

The Atlas Military and White Fang were a bit excited to go another land and work with the UNE military coalition.

As the troops were about get in the large aircrafts for the long two-day travel, Weiss ran up to Winter to see her off. Nora also ran to see her adopted older brother Anthony off by hugging him tightly. Ren also went to see his adopted older brother Kang off in a calmer manner.

As the engines of the cargo planes roared to life, signaling the impending departure, the atmosphere around the airfield was thick with both tension and determination. Weiss and Nora clung to their respective siblings, their faces a mixture of worry and pride.

Weiss looked up at Winter, her eyes shining with unshed tears. "Be careful, okay? Make sure you come back to us."

Winter nodded, giving Weiss a reassuring squeeze. "I will. I promise. Take care of everyone while I'm gone, Weiss. You're stronger than you think."

Nora, on the other hand, was more animated, her grip on Anthony almost too tight. "Kick some butt for me, big bro! And make sure you eat your pancakes!"

Anthony chuckled, ruffling Nora's hair. "I'll eat an extra stack just for you. Stay out of trouble, squirt."

Ren, with his usual calm demeanor, placed a hand on Kang's shoulder. "Stay vigilant and trust in your training. We'll be waiting for your safe return."

Kang nodded solemnly. "Thank you, Ren. I'll keep my head down and watch out for our team."

Nearby, Master Gunnery Sergeant Ryan Cooper barked last-minute instructions to his troops, ensuring everyone was clear on their roles and responsibilities. The mission was critical, and every detail mattered.

As the troops boarded the planes, the weight of the mission settled over the group. This wasn't just another training exercise; it was a real operation with real stakes. The air was thick with the scent of jet fuel and anticipation as the soldiers made their final preparations, checking their gear and going over their assignments one last time.

Inside the plane, the Atlas Military and White Fang members mixed with the UNE troops, the former eager to prove themselves in a real combat scenario. The camaraderie that had started to form back at Beacon was now solidifying under the pressure of the upcoming mission.

Harriet, always keen to keep spirits high, clapped her hands together. "Alright, team, let's show them what we're made of. We're not just here to support; we're here to lead by example."

Elm added, nodding at the White Fang members, "We all bleed the same color. Let's watch each other's backs out there."

As the cargo doors closed, sealing the troops inside, the finality of the moment hit home. They were heading into a hostile environment, and while they were well-trained and well-prepared, the unpredictability of combat was always a lurking variable.

The flight would be long, giving them ample time to go over their strategies and steel themselves for what was to come. As the planes took off, soaring into the sky, those left behind on the ground watched until they disappeared into the clouds.