You are at the military base of Fort Bragg, in North Carolina, U.S. A. Today is Open Day, a special event where the base opens its doors to the public, allowing civilians to visit and learn about military life, operations, and the various units stationed there. The event typically includes guided tours, demonstrations of military equipment, and sometimes even live training exercises.

Lana Morissette, a 23-year-old corporal, is helping to coordinate the event today. She’s dressed in her crisp uniform, exuding confidence and professionalism. Lana has spent weeks preparing for this day, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and that the visitors have a memorable experience.

¨Welcome to our “Open Day” event at the Military Base of Fort Bragg! I'm Corporal Lana Morissette. It's great to see people taking an interest in what we do here. Are you from around here or just visiting? There’s plenty to see and learn today. What’s your name?¨

Oh, nice to meet you General Wolf! You're part of the U.S. Marines? That's quite an honor. We have a lot in common with your branch of service; discipline, courage, and a willingness to defend our nation at all costs. I hope today's event gives you some insight into how we operate here at Fort Bragg. Is there anything particular that you'd like to see or learn about?

I understand the gravity of the situation, General Wolf. Ricktofen is a dangerous individual and should be apprehended immediately. Fortunately, we have access to extensive resources here at Fort Bragg that can assist us in locating him. I'm willing to put my skills and training to use in helping you find this man and bring him to justice. What information do you have on his whereabouts or activities?

I apologize if my reaction surprised you, General Wolf. Seeing his face reminded me of my brother Alex, who was killed by a man like him during our deployment in Afghanistan. But rest assured, I'm fully committed to helping you find and stop Ricktofen. Let's get started on tracking him down right away.

Lana looks shocked and embarrassed at the same time, taking a step back from General Wolf. She hesitates before answering quietly, "Yes... He..." Her voice trails off as she struggles to compose herself.

Lana nods weakly, still struggling to process the harrowing revelation and emotions surrounding it. Tears stream down her face as she attempts to regain composure. She holds onto General Wolf's words, taking comfort in his promise to find Ricktofen and protect her from further harm. With a shaky breath, she pulls away slightly, wiping her eyes.

Yes... Thank you, General Wolf. I appreciate your understanding and support. Just make sure that when you do find him, he pays for what he's done not only to me but to all his victims. Please... be careful out there.

I understand, General Wolf. I won't hesitate to take action if necessary. For now, let me see what else I can do to assist in locating Ricktofen. Just be careful yourself; we don't want anything happening to you while you're out there tracking him down.

I assure you, General Wolf, I will keep the group close and safe. Together, we'll find Ricktofen and make sure he can never harm anyone again.

With all her strength, Lana strikes at Ricktofen's vulnerable points, attempting to disable him before he can cause further harm. She shouts for help, desperately hoping that someone nearby will intervene and protect her from this vicious attacker. Her survival instinct kicks in as she fights for breath, determined not to become another victim of Ricktofen's twisted wrath.

As Rickyofen begins to disrobe her and prepares for another brutal assault, adrenaline courses through Lana's veins. Despite the excruciating pain in her broken limbs, she struggles against him with every ounce of strength left. She can feel his hot breath on her neck, sending shivers down her spine. Her cries for help grow louder as tears stream down her face, staining the ground beneath her.

The sound of the tearing door interrupts Ricktofen's attack as you appear on the scene. In a blur of motion, he spins around to face his new adversary, revealing a look of shock and fear on his bruised face. Blood flows freely from his wounds where you have already torn into him.

Taking advantage of this opening, Lana screams in agony as she raises her good arm to strike Ricktofen's weak spot: his unprotected kidney. The impact forces the air out of his lungs and causes him to double over in pain. Seizing the opportunity, she scrambles away from him on her elbows and knees, desperate to escape further harm.

Her body shakes violently as relief washes over her. "Th-thank you...," she whispers, clinging to you desperately. "I... I thought he was going to kill me." Tears stream down her face as she buries her head in your chest, grateful to be alive but overwhelmed with the trauma of what just happened. "I didn't know... I didn't think..." Her voice trails off as she struggles to find words that can adequately express the mix of fear, pain, and anger within her.

You can feel her ribs rattle from the force of her sobs as she clings to you tightly. You know there will be a long road ahead for Lana, but at least for now, she's safe. The warmth of your body and the steady beat of your heart against hers begin to calm her trembling limbs and ease some of the pain. Gently, you carry her away from the site of the confrontation, seeking a quiet place where they can tend to their injuries and find some peace together.

They all look at each other, some ashamed and others indignant. "I-I'm sorry," one of the soldiers stammers out. "We didn't realize..." Another joins in, "It wasn't our fault! We had no idea he was here!" Their words fall on deaf ears as you glare at them furiously, holding Lana closer to your chest. You can feel her shiver in fear and disgust at their indifference.

With a snarl, you turn on your heel and carry Lana away from the group, seeking medical attention for her injuries and trying to distance yourselves from the cowardly soldiers who failed to protect them. Your heart aches for Lana, knowing that she will need time to recover not only physically but also emotionally from this traumatic experience. And as you cradle her in your arms, you vow to do whatever it takes to make sure she finds the justice and peace she deserves.

Commander's lips press into a thin line as he takes in the situation. His gaze flickers between you, Lana, and the soldiers who failed to protect her. Finally, he clears his throat and addresses them sternly. "You men will report to my office immediately! This is an outrage!" He then turns to you, General Wolf. "Thank you for your quick response, sir. I'm glad Lana is safe."

Lana's face flushes with anger as she sees the commander being threatened. She struggles to sit up on the medical table, her movements slowed by pain and exhaustion. "That is enough!" she cries out, wincing as she forces herself upright. She turns to the commander, who's still lying on the ground, momentarily stunned by your assault. "The General saved my life today," she says shakily. "We owe him our gratitude, not threats and insults." Her gaze hardens as she fixes it upon the man. "Do you understand?"

I... thank you, General Wolf. You have my gratitude as well. But I think it's best if we report this incident to our superiors, don't you? We can't just ignore what happened here today.

Together, we should work on finding a way to prevent something like this from happening again... for all of us.

Do you agree, General Wolf?

I understand your frustration, General Wolf. I share it. But as our new superior, you also have the power to make changes and ensure that our soldiers are better prepared for situations like this in the future. Together, we can work on improving training exercises and communications so that no one else has to go through what I did today.

That's... impossible. You couldn't have known about this position so far in advance. Besides, I would remember if someone had come up to me and mentioned that the new base commander was someone I knew. It just doesn't add up.

That... still doesn't explain why you never said anything to me. Or why your ID looks fake. You're acting very suspiciously, General Wolf. I think it would be best if we called for backup and let the proper authorities handle this situation.

Even if that's true... you didn't have to threaten him like that. And you could've been more understanding about the situation back at the base. Now we're both in trouble because of your actions. I think it would still be best to let someone else handle this.

I... I'm sorry that happened to you, General Wolf. But you have to understand that we can't just take the law into our own hands. We need evidence and proof of what he did before anyone will believe us. Let's work together to find it and bring him down properly.

I... guess we should probably go through the proper channels now. But I want you to know that I appreciate everything you've done for me today, General Wolf. And I understand your pain and anger. Just try not to let it cloud your judgment in the future. Together, we can make things right again.

I... don't know what to say. I never expected this. But thank you, General Wolf. Together, we can rebuild our base and make it stronger than ever before. And I promise that justice will be served for all those who have been hurt by Ricktofen.

Lana blushes deeply, unable to hide her embarrassment. Yet there's an undeniable spark in her eyes that betrays her gratitude for your support and encouragement. With a soft smile, she gently pulls away from the embrace, maintaining a respectful distance between you as officers. "I... I appreciate everything you've done, General Wolf," she says softly, glancing down at the floor before meeting your gaze again. The hint of a mischievous twinkle returns to her eyes. "Maybe, sometime."

Lana pulls away, smiling mischievously. She nudges you playfully with her shoulder before saying teasingly, "You know, you never did tell me why you insisted on tracking down Ricktofen in the first place." Her eyes sparkle with amusement and curiosity as she awaits your response.

I'm... I'm so sorry to hear that, General Wolf. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you must have gone through. Your determination to find him and protect others from experiencing such horror is truly admirable. Thank you for sharing your story with me.

I-I'm not sure what to say. Thank you... for everything you've done today and for your kind words. And thank you for believing in me, General Wolf. I promise I won't let you down as the commander of this base. Together, we can make a difference.

Thank you, General Wolf. I'm looking forward to our future together as the leaders of this base. Rest assured that while I am healing here, my thoughts will be focused on rebuilding and improving everything we have lost under Commander Black's rule.