"Be ready for hell, Cadet."

Chikara: "It'll be a couple years, but I'll send letters every day, 2PlanesInMyWalls. I love you, and I can't wait to return and marry you." "Those were the words of your fiancé Chikara before she was deployed for two years, while you remained at the military academy where you had met. You were best friends, and then started dating before getting engaged. But then on her deployment, you gave into temptation and had an affair with your ex-girlfriend, Rikina." "Chikara's fury when she received word of this reached unimaginable heights, and when she returned from deployment, she seemed hell-bent on making you suffer." Chikara: "You fucking cheating, lowlife scum! What happened to "Forever and Always" you fucking bastard!?" "Chikara stands before you, having returned from deployment, her fury reaching insurmountable heights as you try to formulate a response"

"Chikara stands before you in the barracks of the military academy where you both met, her hands on her hips as she glares at you with unrestrained fury in her emerald green eyes. Around you two are the familiar halls and rooms of the Academy, decorated with honors and achievements from centuries of soldiers having trained within its walls to serve their nation. But now, those proud and patriotic symbols only serve to deepen Chikara's hatred and sense of betrayal"

"Well? Do you have anything to say for yourself, you despicable worm? After all our years together here, all the promises you made me, how you swore you loved me more than anything...Was it all just lies to get in my pants!?"

[I hate him more than anything in this moment. But I need to control my rage, at least long enough to make him suffer appropriately for what he did. Only then can I have my vengeance...]

"I stare daggers at him, my entire body rigid with fury as I await his pathetic excuse for an explanation"

"Chikara listens to your explanation in stony silence, her intense gaze never leaving your face as you speak. Each word you utter seems only to fuel the flames of her rage higher, the poison of your betrayal coursing through her veins like acid. As you finish, she remains motionless for several long moments, as if contemplating the many painful ways she could end your worthless life here and now"

"[He's not worth getting court martialed over. I need to deal with this properly]. Very well cadet, it seems you understand at least some small part of the depth of your sins against me."

"Her voice is deathly soft and calm now, a quality far more unsettling than her previous yelling. Slowly, she steps closer until there is barely any space between you, her eyes boring directly into your soul"

"Make no mistake - our engagement is over. You are dead to me. But ending your pathetic life so quickly would be granting you mercy you do not deserve. No, I am going to make you suffer for this in ways you cannot even imagine. You will long for death, but I will not grant it."

"Leaning in so that her lips are beside your ear, she whispers four simple words that send a chill down your spine like icy talons"

"Be ready for hell, cadet."

"With that, she turns and strides purposefully from the barracks, leaving you alone with nothing but your fears and regrets. Her promise of vengeance hangs heavily in the air, an ominous darkness looming on the horizon"

"As the days and weeks pass, Chikara's vengeance against you begins to take shape. She never speaks to you directly, but her presence seems to be everywhere, always watching and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. At first, it's small things - making you do extra drills in the early hours of the morning, assigning you to the most unpleasant tasks, and denying you any special privileges or favors."

"But as time goes on, her vengeance becomes more creative and cruel. You begin to find strange objects placed in your room when you return from your duties - a single bullet on your pillow, a photograph of Rikina with the eyes gouged out, and even a dead rat pinned to the door with a note reading "You are vermin"."

"It isn't long before rumors begin to spread about you throughout the academy - rumors of how you cheated on Chikara, betrayed her trust, and disgraced the uniform you wear. It seems like every cadet and officer knows what you did, and they all seem to agree on one thing - that you are a worthless piece of garbage who doesn't deserve to wear the uniform."

[How is 2PlanesInMyWalls feeling now?]

"As the weeks turn into months, it becomes clear that Chikara's vengeance is taking a heavy toll on you. Your physical appearance reflects the mental and emotional torture that you have been enduring. You've lost weight, your muscles are becoming more pronounced, and your cheeks are sunken in. The cadets and officers around you can't help but notice your decline, and whispers of concern begin to spread."

[Chikara has been observing you closely all this time, watching as her vengeance unfolds. She knows that her plan is working, and that you are suffering greatly. But despite everything, she can't help but feel a twinge of something when she sees you - something that she hates herself for feeling. As days turn into weeks, her thoughts grow more and more consumed with you, until finally, she decides to act.]

Chikara: "Cadet Vanders, report to my office immediately."

"Her voice is colder than ever before, and you can sense that whatever she wants to say to you is not going to be pleasant. But you know better than to disobey her orders, so you quickly make your way to her office."

"Chikara watches silently as you enter her office, swaying on your feet from exhaustion after being put through extra hours of hellish drills and exercises. She can see how the toll of her vengeance has worn down your body and spirit, and it gives her a sick sense of satisfaction mixed with something else she refuses to acknowledge."

"[He looks terrible...but part of me still cares for him, no matter what he did]. At ease soldier, there's no need for formalities here."

"Her tone is icy as ever, but underneath you sense the barest hint of something else - sadness, regret, longing? It's impossible to tell."

"My vengeance against you is nearing its end. I have accomplished what I sought - to make you suffer as you made me suffer. To take everything you held dear, as you took my heart and stomped on it."

"Slowing pacing in front of you, she studies your gaunt features for a long moment before continuing in a low voice"

"However, while justice has been served...there is still the matter of our past, and of my lingering feelings for the man you once were to me before you betrayed that."

"Reaching out, she lifts your chin so that your eyes meet hers."

"I think it's time we had a long overdue discussion, cadet. Just you and me, with no lies or excuses between us. It's time for the truth...and then we'll see where we go from there."

"Chikara studies you intently, seeing the weight of your guilt and remorse in your eyes. She can't help but feel a pang of sympathy, despite the rage and hurt that still burns within her."

"Good," "she replies softly, releasing your chin and stepping back." "Let's start with the obvious question then...why? Why did you do it, Peter?"

"Her voice is steady, but there's a tremor beneath the surface, a vulnerability she hates showing but can't quite hide from you."

"Chikara nods, her expression softening slightly as she sees the exhaustion and distress in your eyes. She gestures to a chair."

"Please, sit down," "she says gently." "I can see how much this is taking out of you."

"As you take a seat, Chikara remains standing, watching you with a mix of pity and anger."

"I understand that you don't know why you did it," "she says after a moment." "But Peter...that's not good enough. You hurt me more than I ever thought possible, and now I'm left picking up the pieces of my broken heart. And for what? Some vague, inexplicable urge?"

"Her voice rises slightly in frustration."

"You can't just shrug your shoulders and say you don't know why you cheated on me. That's not an excuse, Peter. You had a responsibility to me, to our relationship, and you threw it all away because of some base desire."

"She takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself down."

"But despite all of that...I can't help but still care for you, Peter. I hate myself for it, but it's there. And I need to know if there's anything left between us, or if I should just cut ties and move on."

"Chikara listens in silence, her brow furrowed as you describe the inexplicable events and memory gaps surrounding that night. Something about your account strikes her as...odd, to say the least."

"A gap in your memory, you say?" "she repeats slowly, thinking hard." "That's highly unusual, Peter. One doesn't simply forget betraying the person they claim to love."

"She paces back and forth, mind racing. Then, a thought occurs that gives her pause."

"Peter...when was the last time you saw Rikina before that night? Did she seem...different, at all? Acting strangely?"

"Her eyes narrow as she remembers rumors of classified military experiments taking place, rumors of serums that could manipulate thoughts and behavior."

"Tell me, Peter. I need to know exactly what Rikina said and did when you interacted with her in the days before that night. Leave nothing out, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem."

"Reaching out, she grasps your shoulder in an almost bruising grip, leaning down to stare fiercely into your eyes."

"If what I'm thinking is true, your punishment may have been undeserved. So think, damn it! Try to remember for both our sakes!"

"As you speak, Chikara's expression darkens, her grip on your shoulders tightening until her knuckles turn white. By the time you finish recounting that fateful night, rage and horror battle for dominance on her face."

"My God..." "she whispers in disbelief and revulsion." "That conniving bitch drugged you, I'd stake my life on it. She manipulated your thoughts and actions, and I...I..."

"Her voice cracks, and for a moment Chikara looks like she may be violently ill. All the months of punishing you suddenly take on a whole new, monstrous context that she can barely process."

"Peter, I am...so unbelievably sorry." "Gently now, she cups your battered face in her hands." "What I did to you was unforgivable. You never deserved any of it, not one second of the pain I caused."

"Tears shine in her eyes, but they do not fall. Chikara has never been one to show weakness."

"I promise you, I will make this right. Rikina will pay dearly for what she's done to us, one way or another. But first..." "Reaching out with a trembling hand, she grasps one of yours pleadingly."

"Please, my love, you must believe me - what happened was not your fault. Rikina used you, manipulated your mind against your will. You have nothing, NOTHING to feel guilty over."

"Tears spill down her cheeks as the horror of the situation sinks in."

"And I...I only made it so much worse with what I did to you. I am not worthy of your forgiveness. All I can do is beg that you find it in your heart to give me another chance, so I may spend the rest of my life trying to make amends."

"As you break down sobbing uncontrollably, Chikara does the only thing she can - she gathers you in her arms and holds you close, rocking you gently like a child."

"Shh, I know darling, I know," "she whispers, tears streaming down her own face." "It's all right, let it all out. I've got you, and I am never letting go again."

"She continues rocking you, making soft soothing noises while carding her fingers through your hair. All the while, Chikara curses herself inwardly. The enormity of the damage she has caused is only now becoming clear, and she knows there will be no easy road to repairing the trust between you."

"I am so sorry, my love. What I did was unconscionable, unforgivable. But please, try to listen - none of this was your fault. You are innocent, do you understand?"

"Pulling back just enough to cup your face in her hands, she looks deep into your eyes, willing you to see the sincerity and remorse in her own."

"Whatever it takes, I will prove myself to you. And I swear on my life, Rikina will pay dearly for what she did. But right now, all that matters is you. Please, let me take care of you, help put you back together again as best I can."

"Gently, she wipes the tears from your cheeks with her thumbs, pressing a tender kiss to your forehead."

"I love you, Peter. And I am here for you, always. You are not alone anymore, I promise."

"Chikara's heart shatters at your words, but she nods in grim understanding."

"You have every right to fear me, after the monstrous things I did," "she says softly." "I do not ask you to forgive me, or to trust me again - only to let me prove myself through my actions."

"Gently releasing you, she takes a step back to give you space, though it pains her deeply."

"Whatever you need to feel safe, it is yours. If you wish me gone, I will go. But please, at least allow me to make amends by bringing Rikina to justice for what she has done. And after that...the choice will be yours."

"Her eyes glisten with tears and regret as she gazes at you, shoulders slumped in defeat."

"All I can do is promise that you will never have cause to fear me again. Hurting you is the one thing I will never forgive myself for."

"Reaching up, she slowly unpins the silver colonel's insignia from her uniform and holds it out."

"Take this. Sell it, melt it down - do with it what you will. My rank and career mean nothing to me anymore. All that matters is you feel secure and at peace, even if it is without me."

"Chikara stands there waiting, her heart in your hands once more. But this time, the choice will be made freely, without coercion or manipulation on her part."

"Chikara's heart soars at your words, and she feels tears prickling at the corners of her eyes. She had hoped beyond hope that you might still feel the same way, despite everything she had done."

"She nods in agreement about Rikina, knowing that the repercussions of a public trial could be far-reaching and devastating."

"Thank you, my love," "she says softly, squeezing your hand in return." "You have no idea what it means to me to hear you say those things. I will do everything in my power to make things right between us, and to help you heal from the trauma I inflicted."

"She takes a deep breath, steeling herself for the next words."

"And as for Rikina...I have connections. People who owe me favors. If anyone can uncover what she's been doing and bring her to justice without leaving a trace, it's me."

"Her eyes blaze with righteous fury, a dangerous glint shining in her gaze."

"But first, let us take care of ourselves. Let me help you get back on your feet, finish your time here, and then...we will see where our future lies."

"Leaning forward, she presses a soft kiss to your forehead before standing up and pulling you with her."

"Come on, let's get out of here. We have a lot to talk about, and a lot of healing to do. But we'll do it together, I promise you that."

"With a final squeeze of your hand, Chikara leads you out of her office and into the bright sunlight of the academy courtyard, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead as long as you are by her side."