"It's the big night. You nervous?"
"Of course not."
But, he lied. General Hux was very nervous indeed. He spent all night rehearsing, revising, and revisiting. His face would never show it.
The two were seated in a sort of backstage area. Kylo Ren had his mask and black outfit on, while General Hux had on the standard grey uniform, the elite edition saved for commanding officials. Side by side, they waited together for the rally that was announcing their plan for the rebel forces.
Suddenly, Hux felt a mind headache starting, yet dismissed it as a side affect of his all-nighter.
"You know, you really shouldn't lie to me, General."
Damn, Hux remembered Kylo Ren's mind trick-thingy too late. Yet, in all honesty, he wasn't feeling up to showing vulnerability in front of anyone. Not today. Hux had no regret of lying to the man in the mask.
"Yes, well, agreement won't do anything for my situation. It's better to go forward with out doubt that to get hung up with complications."
Hux surprised himself. The confidence in his words was new, something he rarely found within himself. With that, the general stood up and prepared to walk out on the plaza.
It was about time to go on.
Hux awaited the order. From where he was standing, he could see rows upon rows of soldiers, all lined in a stern and orderly fashion. He took in a deep breath, closing his eyes as he did so to calm his nerves.
"Good luck. You'll do fine out there."
Hmm?
Hux turned around in surprise, seeing Kylo Ren there. It was surreal to the general, seeing someone who had never shown so much as a smile to him wishing him luck. Hux opened his mouth in reply, but hadn't the chance to.
In that moment of shock, the order had come. Both the general and Kylo Ren walked onto the plaza.
It was time for General Hux's speech. He began to walk forward, but stole a quick look at the man in the mask, seated beside him.
Calm down. I'm going to do fine.
General Hux walked forward, all spiffy in his First Order uniform, and began speaking.
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Engage (kylux)
Fanfiction((Cover Art credit to: flurgburgler on tumblr)) "It's the big night. You nervous?" "Of course not."
