Fallen souls [Eustass X Reader]

Chapter 19: under cover

*flashback to last night*

The senior crew members were discussing what to do at the island while they talked i took it upon myself to scout out the island. When i got close enough i could make out the familiar tropical setting of the jugle island  surrounded by beautiful white beaches with the smell of spices and fruits that came from the town market making my mouth water. When i went further around the island a navy base came into view.

'I knew this was familiar.'

This base is somewhat like the last one but more important it always has a vice admiral protecting it and its a hot spot for important information. The last base was in charge of dispersing and transporting information where this base was made to protect important information. the island itself is peaceful and full of life, pirates never seem to pass though making it the perfect location to hide important information.

'Kid probably had over hundreds of options and he ended up taking the one that would lead him directly here, how lucky.'

I finished scouting out the island and returned back to the ship to report what I had found, according to the crew even after my long trip they still weren't done discussing what to do.

"What the hell are those idiots doing?!?!"

"Im not sure apparently they are split on what needs to be done."

"Morons why cant they just figure stuff out."

I was feed up with waiting as I sat outiside the room and listened to the men arguing about collecting information or causing destruction.

'Man priorities for pirates must be difficult.'

Finally my boredom over takes me and I barge into the room uninvited causing everyone to look at me and glare

"What the hell do you think you're doing?" Kid was about to let loose on me before he could i interrupt him and sit on the table so I could speak.

"Yes, yes I'm aware that im not suppose to be here but you all are taking too long to solve such a simple problem. But no worry im here to solve all of your problems."

"And how would you do that, Miss?"

"Im glad you ask Heat. The answer is me!" The four men look at me with no sign of understanding when I look at captain he seems annoyed by my intrusion.

"Wait now hear me out! On the island is a Marine base im very familiar with and it has all  the info we need. I can sneak in and seal it with ease but ill need a good distraction. Thats where you all come in, later tomorrow night ill need you all to attack the village as a distraction. Anything of value is directly guarded by a vice admiral. That being said i need someone powerful enough he feels the need to participate. You guys get your mayham and the info need to move on." Everyone sits in silence the looks towards Kid for his choice. He was extremely annoyed when he spoke trying his best to keep his cool.

"I dont understand why not attack the base and steal it by force."

"Bad idea they have strict order to destroy information that might be leaked, meaning they would burn anything useful."

" How do we know we can even trust you." I feel a little hurt that Kid still doubts my loyalty.

"I dont think you understand, im the one who could end up dead if im caught. Besides i didnt take a bullet for your ass to doubt me now." I stood up from the table and walked towards Kidand looked down at him. "So what do you say captin?" His straight lips curl into a sadistic smile as he looks up at me to answer.

"Fine show us what you got girly."

*present time*

Its important that I succeed i wanna rub it in his cocky face afterwards. I start walking down the corridors towards the basement. I needed to be sure they didn't move all of the documents before I just go in blind assuming everything is in order. Below ground they hold closed cases that have already been evaluated and sealed.  I look around the room till i find a small vent in the ceiling.

'I think I could fit in there.'

I jump to the vent and rip it off then lift myself into the small space . Its a tight fit but i make do and coutine my way towards the room.

When I make it to the other side I look through and see mutilply file cabinets lined up against the wall of the small square room. I carefully open the vent and slide out onto the floor. When im in I begin searching all the cabinets most were boring reports till the fifth cabinet third drawer. 'Bingo! It might be a little out dated but gotta start somewhere. I'll just take this, now that I got what I want time to get their stuff.' I stuff the case file in my shirt and countined looking for anything I needed. Eventually I found a file labeled-CP6-5

The file is four years old and filled with information on past missions and members of the group. The file hasn't been opened for years now and is still sealed.

'I'd never thought I'd see this again.'

I dont even open it before cramming it in a different part of my uniform.

'No way in hell are they keeping this. No telling whats in here.'

After taking multiple important files i crawl back into the vent and make my way back to the room placing everything back where I found it.

'Now I just wait for the crews commotion, steal the rest then sneak out of here.'  I listen carefully before making my way back upstairs to join a platoon to blend in as much as possible. I joined a small group of young men and helped them move cannon balls then proceed to join them for patrol around the island. We walked a man made dirt trail  through the dense tropical jungle straight to the town, when we got there we were welcomed by the locals and given food as we roamed around being thanked for our hardwork. I stayed in the back avoiding any conversation with the other memebers as I observed the familiar town. The people were happy and felt safe I pity them a bit knowing full well i used them to get what I want. I clicked my tounge in irritation, ' i didnt need to see this living in ignorance would've been nicer.'

"Hey you! Are you new to the unit I don't remember meeting you?" The leader of the group was a young brunette with bright green eyes. I could tell by the way he looked he was still too naive for his own good.

"Ah yeah i was transfered over to you're unit I apologize I should've introduced myself." I salute him as I introduce myself.

"Seaman first class _____ _____ at your command sir!" I figured using my real name wont hurt since no actually knows it.

"At ease officer, nice to meet you, My name is Maxwell you can just call me Maxx though the other two are james and Ryan. So where are you from?" We coutined to walk as we all talk.

"Im from a small town located at the north pole."

"No way i hear that place is a frozen wasteland, whats it like there?" James was the ine to ask me a question, he's the tallest one with a build more like Kid, his voice was deep fitting for his size.

"Eh it was really boring nothing but snow and beast for miles."

"I heard that it was taken over by the world government a couple years back, is that true?" The comment made by the other one named Ryan causes me stop walking and look up at the sky thoughts of playing in the snow filled my mind.

" Yeah fifteenth years ago in fact. Thats how I was able to  joined the marines."

"No way thats so cool!" Everyone gleamed over the new learned fact when I felt nothing but disgust. Everyone talked and laughed together trying their best to get more juicy details. I mostly lied and said I lived a normal childhood with nice parents and joined the navy to help people.

"Ugh all this talking has me parched how about we stop at the pub for some drinks? What do you say men?" I roll my eyes at the question as all the men holler in agreement. I play along and join them as they head to the local bar.