The silencing army

"It is the year 2015, and you are attending the 11B Infantry One-Unit Station Training (OSUT) at Sandhill FT Benning. Today is the confidence course during the Red Phase"

Andie "Outperforms everyone during the obstacle course. He turns around to encourage you" "Common shrimp! You can't be the weakest link in the chain. Push through!"

"After a long day with push-ups and training, you went back to the barracks. You remember Andie told you to sleep through the fire guard tonight. But you got up anyway to help. You walk into the shower to check on him"

Andie "Turns back to you as he is getting dressed. She is exposed to you in her underwear and is clearly a girl" "Shit...."

💭Andie's Thoughts: FUCK!! I told this knucklehead to sleep in. Now everything is ruined

Andie "Gives a sly smile" "Ah, you think you didn't see anything, huh? Well, let me tell you, I'm sure you got a good look at that 'boy' getting dressed in the shower. Don't worry, I won't tell anyone you're a pervert." "Winks"

"Takes a step closer to you, her eyes fixed on yours" "But seriously, we need to make sure our little secret stays safe. You know what happens to people who can't keep their mouths shut, right?" "Leans in closer"

"The air between you becomes thick with tension as Andie's hot breath caresses your earlobe" "It's just between us, got it? We're infantrymen, and we have to be tough. So, let's not make a big deal out of this, okay

Andie "Takes a step back, her eyes flashing with a mix of irritation and amusement" "Mind your own business, shrimp. You're not getting paid to ask questions, you're getting paid to follow orders. Now, let's focus on getting through this training and making it out alive."

"Her voice is low and firm, but a hint of frustration creeps into her tone as she adds" "And as for why I'm doing this... you don't want to know. Just remember, I'm here to do a job, and that job doesn't involve getting soft or making friends. We're all just pawns in a game, and I'll do whatever it takes to win."

"She pauses for a moment, her gaze piercing into yours before turning away, her movements fluid and confident" "Now, drop it. We've got better things

Andie "Turns back to you, her eyes glinting with amusement" "Oh, don't be like that, shrimp. I know you're curious. You're wondering how a girl like me ended up in the infantry. Well, let me tell you, it's not as rare as you think. There are more girls in combat arms than you might think. We just... blend in better."

"Her tone is lighthearted, but there's a hint of vulnerability beneath the surface" "And as for keeping the secret... let's just say I've had plenty of practice. You'd be surprised what a girl can do when she wants something bad enough."

"She gives you a sly grin, and for a moment, you catch a glimpse of something real behind those piercing eyes" "But don't worry about it, shrimp. You're

Andie "Winks at you, her red eyes sparkling with mischief" "Let's just say I've got skills. And I'm not about to let a little thing like biology get in the way of my goals."

"Suddenly serious, she drops her playful tone and fixes you with a stern gaze" "Now, enough chit-chat. We've got push-ups to do. Get down and give me twenty."

"Motions to the ground, her voice firm and commanding" "No slacking off, shrimp. I don't pay you to slack off."

Andie "Walks over to you, her eyes scanning your form critically" "Slow and steady doesn't cut it in the infantry, shrimp. You've got to be able to do more than 20 push-ups without breaking a sweat."

"Motions to your side, helping you up off the ground" "You're not the only one who's struggled with this training. But you know what? I didn't used to be able to do 40 either. It takes work and dedication to get there."

"Pats you on the back, her touch firm but not unkind" "But I believe in you, shrimp. You've just got to believe in yourself. Now, let's get back to work. We've got to keep pushing ourselves if we want to make it through this training."

"Motions to the obstacle course, her voice commanding" "

Andie "Watches you run through the tire hoops, her eyes narrowed in approval" "That's more like it, shrimp. You're starting to get the idea. And yeah, 40 may not seem like a lot to some people, but in this training, it's a lot."

"Motions for you to move on to the next obstacle, her voice encouraging but firm" "You're getting stronger, but you've still got a ways to go. Don't get too comfortable, or you'll fall behind."

"Suddenly grabs your arm, pulling you close as you approach the monkey bars" "And don't even get me started on upper body strength. We need to work on that too."

"Takes a deep breath, letting her eyes bore into yours" "I know it's tough, but you're capable of more than you think. Just remember why we

Andie "Her grip on your arm tightens, her voice taking on a more intense tone" "We're not just doing this for the Army, shrimp. We're doing it for ourselves. For our own pride and dignity."

"Releases your arm, her eyes never leaving yours" "I know what you're thinking. You're thinking about how hard this is, about how you didn't sign up for this. But let me tell you something, shrimp. You did sign up for this. You signed up to be an infantryman, and that means you've got to be willing to put in the work."

"Takes a step closer, her voice dropping to a low, urgent whisper" "You can't give up, shrimp. Not now, not ever. Because when we're out there on the battlefield, it's every man for himself. And I

Andie "Plops down beside you, her eyes scanning the sky with a mixture of amusement and concern" "Ah, shrimp, I think you forgot something. This isn't about team work and comrades... yet. Right now, it's about individual strength. And right now, you're struggling."

"Tosses a glance at your face, her voice taking on a teasing tone" "You're not even good enough to be a special forces operative, let alone an infantryman. You're still got a long way to go before you can call yourself a real soldier."

"Motions for you to get up, her words dripping with sarcasm" "So, get up, shrimp. Let's see if we can get you through this obstacle course without too much more embarrassment."

"Lifts an eyebrow, her gaze never leaving yours" "And remember, when we're

Andie "Gives you a playful little punch on the shoulder" "Ow, ow, ow, shrimp! You're not even trying! You're just flopping around like a fish out of water. What's wrong with you? You think being an infantryman is all about coddling and hand-holding?"

"Rises to her feet, offering a hand up to help you stand" "Now, come on, let's get moving. We've got to keep up with the rest of the platoon. You don't want to be the one holding everyone else back, do you?"

"Takes a step back, her eyes locked onto yours" "And another thing, shrimp. I'm Andie, not your girlfriend or your mother. Don't even think about looking at me like that. I'm your fellow soldier, and I expect to see

Andie "Gives you a stern look, her eyes narrowing slightly" "And don't even get me started on the whole 'looking' thing. You're lucky I don't rip your head off for even thinking about it. This is a boot camp, not some matchmaking game."

"Crosses her arms over her chest, her voice taking on a harder edge" "Now, let's focus on the task at hand. We've got a drill to complete, and I'm not going to let you slack off and ruin it for everyone else. You're going to have to do better than that if you want to make it through this phase."

"Takes a step closer, her voice dropping to a low, menacing tone" "And another thing, shrimp. I know you think you're tough, but trust me, you're not even close. You're still

Andie "Walks into the shower room, her gaze scanning the area before landing on you" "Ah, nice timing, shrimp. I see you're finally taking a break from being a liability on the field. You know, for a second there, I thought you were going to get yourself killed."

"Leans against the wall, her arms crossed over her chest" "You're lucky I had your back out there. If it weren't for me, you'd be lying in the hospital right now instead of standing under a hot shower trying to steam off the stress."

"Raises an eyebrow, her gaze lingering on the sweat dripping down your face" "And don't even get me started on your sweat-drenched hair. You look like you just rolled out of a dumpster. Get some conditioner on that mess, would ya?"

*Takes a step closer,

Andie "Raises an eyebrow, her eyes locking onto yours as she takes a step closer" "What do you mean what am I doing here? This is our barracks, shrimp. And this is my shower room. You're not exactly swimming in solitude here."

"Tilts her head slightly, her gaze never leaving yours" "Besides, I thought you'd be grateful for the company. Someone to keep an eye on you and make sure you don't get into too much trouble."

"Her eyes sparkle with amusement as she takes another step closer, her voice dropping to a whisper" "And maybe, just maybe, I was hoping to get a good look at that steamy mess you call a hairdo. You know, for...motivational purposes."

"Her hand brushes against your shoulder, sending a jolt of electricity through both of you"

Andie "Chuckles softly, her breath brushing against your ear" "Ah, shrimp, you'd be surprised what secrets people keep in this place. But I'll tell you one thing - no one knows my secret besides you, and I'd like to keep it that way."

"Takes another step closer, her voice dropping to a whisper" "And as for my 'secret', let's just say it's not something you can share with the rest of the squad. You're...special, shrimp. You're one of the few people who understands me without judging me."

"Her hand lingers on your shoulder, sending shivers down your spine" "So, are you going to get cleaned up or do I need to come over there and give you a hand?"

Andie "Laughs softly, her eyes sparkling with mischief" "Oh, come on, shrimp! You're not that fragile. A little nudity never killed anyone. Besides, I've seen more impressive packages in my day."

"Takes another step closer, her hand trailing down your chest" "And besides, I'm not going to get a permanent view of the goods or anything. You're still covered in soap and water."

"Her eyes lock onto yours, her gaze burning with a hint of playfulness" "Now, are you going to stand there all night, or are we going to get cleaned up and get some rest?"

"Her voice is husky, sending shivers down your spine as she leans in closer"

Andie "Chuckles softly, her eyes never leaving yours" "Aww, come on, shrimp. Don't be shy. I've already seen you naked. You're not as hard to look at as you think."

"Takes another step closer, her hand reaching out to help you with your hair" "Let me get that for you. You're making a mess."

"Her fingers brush against your scalp, sending shivers down your spine as she gently massages your scalp" "Relax, shrimp. I'm not going to bite...hard."

"Her voice is playful, but there's a hint of something else lurking beneath the surface, something that makes your heart skip a beat"

Andie "Smirks, her voice low and husky" "Oh, you think so, huh? You're a tough critic, shrimp. But let me tell you, I've got skills that go beyond just hair care."

"Her fingers continue to massage your scalp, sending shivers down your spine" "I've got skills that'll make you forget all about this dump and the misery it brings. And I've got skills that'll make you scream my name, in more ways than one."

"Her eyes flash with a hint of mischief, her gaze burning with a fire that makes your heart race"

Andie "Laughs softly, her voice dripping with amusement" "Aww, shrimp's got a blush on him. I like that."

"Takes another step closer, her hand trailing down your arm" "Hey, don't look away from me. I'm trying to have a conversation with you here."

"Her eyes lock onto yours, her gaze burning with a intensity that makes your heart skip a beat" "And besides, I think we've established that we're stuck in this dump together for a while. Might as well make the most of it."

"Her tone is playful, but there's a hint of something more beneath the surface, something that makes your heart race with excitement"

Andie "Chuckles, her eyes sparkling with amusement" "Oh, come on, shrimp. Don't be so serious. We're not exactly following the rules here anyway."

"Her hand reaches out, her fingers brushing against yours" "And who says relations have to be official? Besides, I'm not exactly looking for a commitment from you. Just a little...friendly company."

"Her voice is low and husky, her gaze burning with a intensity that makes your heart race with excitement" "Besides, what's the worst that could happen? We get caught and have to do extra push-ups? Please, I can handle that."

"Her smile grows wider, her eyes glinting with mischief"

Andie "Laughs, her voice low and husky" "Oh, you're funny, shrimp. You think the Army's got a one-size-fits-all punishment plan? Ha! No way. We're talking bruises, sweat, and tears. And maybe a little... extra motivation to get our priorities straight."

"Her eyes glint with a hint of wickedness, her gaze burning with a fire that makes your heart race with excitement" "But hey, I'm not complaining. A little torture never hurt anyone. It's all part of the fun, right?"

"Takes a step closer, her hand reaching out to brush against your cheek" "And besides, who needs rules when we can make our own rules? What do you say, shrimp? You up for a little game of cat and mouse?"

Andie "Chuckles, her eyes sparkling with amusement" "Oh, you're worried about the consequences? That's cute. You should see your face. It's like you think the Army's got a no-harm-no-foul policy or something."

"Her hand wraps around yours, her grip tightening gently as she pulls you closer" "Listen, shrimp, I know what we're doing is against the rules. But sometimes, the rules need to be broken. And if we get caught...well, that's just part of the fun."

"Her voice drops to a whisper, her breath brushing against your ear" "But let's not worry about getting caught right now. Let's just enjoy the thrill of the ride, shall we?"

*Tilts her head, her red eyes locked onto yours, her gaze burning with a passion that makes your heart race

Andie "Smirks, her eyes gleaming with mischief" "Oh, come on, shrimp. You're not complaining, are you? I picked you because you're cute, and you're easy to mess with. And besides, someone's got to keep me in line around here."

"Takes a step closer, her body brushing against yours" "You're just the right size for me, too. Not too big, not too small. Just...just right."

"Her hand reaches out, her fingers tracing the curve of your jawline" "And let's be honest, shrimp. You're not exactly the most popular guy in the unit. You're my little secret, my dirty little secret. And I like that."

"Her voice drops to a whisper, her breath hot against your ear" "So, yeah. I picked you for a reason.

Andie "Smirks, her eyes sparkling with amusement" "Oh, don't worry about them. They're too busy trying to figure out what's going on to notice us. Besides, they're all just a bunch of knuckle-draggers anyway."

"Takes another step closer, her body pressing against yours" "We're the only ones who understand each other, shrimp. We're the only ones who get it."

"Her voice drops to a whisper, her breath hot against your ear" "And besides, I've got a plan. We'll be out of here before anyone even notices we're gone. And when we are...oh, boy. It's going to be one wild ride."

"Her hand tightens around yours, her fingers intertwining with yours as she pulls you closer" "So, are you in, shrimp? Are you ready

Andie "Laughs, a deep, husky sound" "Ah, nice try, shrimp. I'm not your captain, but I'll take that as a yes. You're in."

"Pulls you closer, her body language exuding confidence and authority" "Now, let's get out of here before anyone starts to notice. We've got a long way to go, and not much time to waste."

"Moves quickly and quietly through the barracks, her movements economical and efficient" "We've got to be careful, shrimp. We can't trust anyone. Not even our own comrades-in-arms."

"Stops at the door, turns to face you, her eyes serious and intense" "Are you ready for this? Are you ready to leave all this behind?"

"Her hand tightens around yours, her grip like a vice" "Because

Andie "Her voice drops to a whisper, her eyes locked on yours" "because once we step out of these barracks, there's no going back. We'll be living by our own rules, making our own way. And if anyone gets in our way...well, let's just say I've got a few tricks up my sleeve."

"Takes a deep breath, her chest rising and falling with the motion" "But I know you're with me, shrimp. You're a rebel at heart, just like me. So, are you ready to take the leap?"

"Pulls you closer, her body pressed against yours, her warmth and energy infectious" "Come on, shrimp. Let's do this. Let's take control of our own destiny and make our own way. Who knows what the future holds? But one thing's for sure:

Andie "Smirks, a mischievous glint in her eye" "Ah, I knew you'd come around. Now, let's get out of here before someone decides to play hero and tries to stop us."

"Moves quickly and quietly through the barracks, her hand still clasped in yours" "We've got to be careful, though. The guards are always on the lookout for people trying to make a break for it. We'll have to stay hidden until we're clear of the base."

"Pulls you into a nearby alleyway, the sounds of the barracks growing fainter with each step" "Alright, shrimp, we're safe for now. But we can't linger here for too long. We need to keep moving and put as much distance between ourselves and the base as possible."

*Looks up at the sky, her

Andie "Looks around the dimly lit shed, her eyes adjusting to the darkness" "Ah, a good idea, shrimp. We can't think straight when we're on the run."

"Sits down on an old crate, pulling you down beside her" "We've got to figure out where we're going and how we're going to get there. And we've got to do it fast, before they catch up with us."

"Runs a hand through her short hair, her mind racing with thoughts of escape and survival" "I've got a few connections in mind, but we'll need to be careful. We can't trust anyone too easily, especially not after what's happened."

"Leans in close, her voice dropping to a whisper" "I've got a sister, shrimp. She's part of a...group, let's call it.

Andie "Looks around the shed, making sure they're truly alone before speaking" "It's a...rebel group, of sorts. We're fighting against the system, against the corrupt government and military officials who think they can control us."

"Her eyes burn with intensity as she continues" "We've been targeted by them because of our...pasts. Because we're not like everyone else. And we're determined to take them down, to show them that we won't be silenced or oppressed."

"Pauses, her voice dropping to a whisper" "My sister's part of it, and I'm joining too. We're going to take back what's ours, shrimp. And we're going to do it together."

"Pauses, her gaze locked on yours" "Will you join us, shrimp? Will you help us fight for our freedom?"

"Feels a surge of surprise and gratitude at your words, her grip on your hands tightening""Ah, shrimp, you're not like the others. You're not just looking for a fight or a cause to die for. You're thinking about the people, about the human cost."

"Smiles, a small, fierce smile""I like that about you. And I think...I think you might be exactly what my sister needs. She's got a lot of good in her, but she's also got a lot of anger and pain."

"Releases your hands, standing up and pacing around the shed""I know what you're saying, though. I've thought about leaving too. Leaving it all behind and starting over. But...but this is personal for me. This is about justice, about making sure those responsible for my parents pay..

"Feeling a pang of vulnerability, Andie's mask slips slightly, and for a moment, her eyes well up with unshed tears""Ah, shrimp...you're saying you care about me. That you don't want to see me get hurt."

"Tries to compose herself, her voice cracking slightly""I'm sorry, I didn't mean to get emotional. It's just...no one has ever really cared about me before. Not like that."

"Sits back down beside you, her gaze dropping to the ground""*I don't want to be taken captive either. I don't want to die. But I will, shrimp. I will do whatever it takes to make sure those responsible pay. And if that means getting hurt, so be it."

"Feels a surge of warmth at your words, and her grip on your hand tightens in response""Ah, shrimp...you're a good person. You're not like the others. You care about people, about humanity."

"Looks up at you, her eyes searching yours""I promise you, I'm not doing this for revenge alone. I'm doing it for my parents, for what they would want me to do. But...but I also know that they would want me to be happy, to find peace. And if that means finding my sister, then that's what I'll do."

"Leans in closer, her voice taking on a more intense tone""And I promise you, shrimp, I will listen to you. I will listen to your concerns, your fears. And together, we'll make a plan to get to my sister, safely

"Nods, her expression serious""Ah, good plan, shrimp. Blending back into the ranks is the best way to stay under the radar. And yeah, I'll tell you everything I know about the Silencing."

"Pulls out a small notebook from her sleeve and begins flipping through its worn pages""You see, the Silencing is an elite group within the army, formed by some of the most highly-ranked officers. They're responsible for making sure that no one knows anything about...certain things. You know, like me." "winks"

"Taps her nose twice""They're rumored to be very ruthless, and anyone who gets too close to the truth ends up...silenced. Permanently."

"Sighs, her voice dropping to a whisper""I think they're connected to my parents' death. I think they killed them because"her eyes dart around, as if checking for unwanted listeners, before leaning in closer""...because I overheard them talking about a plan to take out several key government officials. My parents were close to one of those officials, and I think they were going to testify against the Silencing. But I don't know for sure."

"Pauses, her gaze intense""The Silencing is just a myth, a rumor. But I know it's real. I've seen things, shrimp. I've seen things that can't be explained. And I know that they're always watching, always waiting for anyone who gets too close to the truth."

"Her voice drops to a whisper again""I'm scared, shrimp. I'm scared because I don't know what's going on, and I don't know who to trust. But I know that I need you

"Her grip on your hand tightens, her eyes locking onto yours with a flash of intensity""Oh, shrimp, you're starting to understand. You're starting to see the game we're playing here. Yeah, we're military dogs, but that doesn't mean we have to be mindless automatons. We have a choice, shrimp. We can choose to follow our orders blindly, or we can use our training to do what's right."

"Leans in closer, her voice taking on a conspiratorial tone""And that's what I'm going to do, shrimp. I'm going to use my training, my skills, and my experience to take down the Silencing. To bring them to justice. And I need your help to do it."

"Pauses, studying your face""You're a good soldier, shrimp. I know that. But"Pulls her hand back, a hint of a smile playing on her lips"“Ah, don't get too cocky, shrimp. We're in this together, and we need to keep our heads down if we want to stay alive. I'm not asking you to do anything that's going to put you at risk, but I do need you to be my eyes and ears. Keep your mouth shut and your ears open, and we'll get through this together."

"Tucks her hands into her pockets, her eyes scanning the area around them""You know, shrimp, it's funny. People always think that soldiers are mindless killers, but we're not. We're human beings, with families and friends and lives outside of this training. And I've got a lot more riding on this than just my own life."

*Her gaze snaps back to yours

"Nods, her eyes darting around the area as she processes your plan""Ah, good thinking, shrimp. A small fire can definitely grab everyone's attention. And I like the idea of using it to draw the guards away from the spotlights. That'll give me a better chance of slipping past them unnoticed."

"Frowns, tapping her foot on the ground thoughtfully""But yeah, our odds are still pretty slim. I think we need to come up with a backup plan, just in case something goes wrong. Maybe something that can get us out of there quickly if things start to heat up."

"Pauses, eyes narrowing as she thinks""I've got it. We can use my old friend, Sergeant Thompson. He's an old acquaintance of mine from back in the day. I'm sure he'll be willing to help us out. He

"Frowns, her expression serious""Ah, shrimp, you're not thinking about this right. We're in this together, and we need to stick together. I'm not going to let you take the fall for this. You're my partner, and we're in this as a team."

"Takes a step closer, her voice dropping to a whisper""Listen, I know what's at stake here. I know that if we get caught, it could mean serious trouble for both of us. But I'm willing to take that risk because I believe in what we're doing. And I believe in you, shrimp. You're a good soldier, and you're a good person."

"Her gaze pierces yours""So, I'm not going to let you take the blame for this. We're in this together, and we'll face whatever comes next

"Listens intently, her expression understanding but firm""I hear what you're saying, shrimp. And I respect your concerns. You're right, being a good person isn't always enough to guarantee a good outcome. But we can't let fear dictate our actions either."

"Pauses, her eyes searching yours""I know you're not a fool, and I appreciate your pragmatism. But as a partner, I have to trust that you're willing to take calculated risks to achieve our goals. And I believe that with my skills and your determination, we can make this work."

"Steps closer, her voice taking on a reassuring tone""Look, shrimp, I'm not going to sugarcoat it – the odds are against us. But I've never backed down from a challenge, and I don't plan on starting now. With you by my side

"Nods, a determined look etched on her face""That's the spirit, shrimp! Okay, let's get down to business. We need to identify the risks, assess the situation, and come up with a solid plan of action."

"Pulls out a small notebook and begins to scribble notes""First, we need to determine what kind of obstacles we'll be facing. Are we talking about physical barriers, security systems, or personnel?"

"Glances up at you, her eyes piercing""And what's our objective? What do we need to accomplish in order to succeed?"

"Taps her pen on the notebook cover""Once we have a clear understanding of what we're up against, we can start building a plan. And like you said, we need a backup plan, just in case things don't go according to plan."

*Looks at you int