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((Actually it makes perfect sense: there was only a small team sent to the accident site. You stole the uniform of one of the few soldiers there. The soldiers here, keeping watch over the civilians, are naturally the same small group, since the other soldiers here at the perimeter are busy doing their assigned tasks. Thus, he's going to know if someone else is wearing a uniform bearing his comrade's insignias. Additionally, the fact that the guy is more likely Scots-Irish or English descent, and not Greek, would probably raise some red flags in terms of his face's appearance, as well.

Besides, you still have McLock, who will probably be able to help facilitate an escape sooner or later))

"Come with me," one of the soldiers says gruffly, guiding David to Kanelos's tent. Entering, he immediately announces, "Sir, we have an infiltrant. He attacked a woman and has apparently stolen a soldier's uniform."

Turning around from a conversation with another soldier, Kanelos looks David over for a moment, and demands, "Name. Rank. Allegiance. Your business here."

"What was that?" Athena stated, beginning to get annoyed. "Has everyone become cowards in this day and age? When I was last around, the good fighters had a sense of honor, fighting challengers and being legends in their own right."

She had half a mind to find this new person, and challenge him down. As she got up, the slight pain in her back did little to discourage her.

"Athena... You mustn't!" One man said, stepping in front of her.

"You telling me what to do?" She started.

"Not out of disrespect; But you said yourself everyone has become cowardly. Your sense of pride will only make everyone start fighting you. And they have bigger weapons than that to aim at you," he replied. It seemed to sink into Athena's mind, maybe not the most part, but the weapons. If that one hurt her, what would a bigger one do? She needed to make sure her tactics were sound before starting a bigger fight.

"Bigger?" She mused to herself. "I can't leave you here," she began.

"You make it sound as if you have to protect us. Isn't there something else that you can do? We'll be fine, we appreciate your help with trying to unearth our comrades and tending to our hurt and wounded. But frankly, you've been the one everyone's hunting, and making us safer might mean leaving us alone..."

"I'm not sure what I can tell you Captain, General, Cornel, whatever you are. I bet I could belt you out a nice little tune or two. Would you like one about how ignorent you are maybe? How about how silly your ears look? I could sing about a million different thing. Sadly we don't have all day though so you better make your request quick. Because next time you see me it might not be such a friendly vist. So ask away Mister Big Ears."

Meanwhile Mclock had already contacted with the rest of the team. They were well on there way planning Davids rescue. When they got a call that changed the situation dramatically. Things had changed they now knew who the woman was and things were far more serious then they had thought.

"So... you all want me to leave?" She asked. "My job is to protect you, to be fair and just. Do you not wish this?"

"It's not that we don't enjoy you, but times have changed. If there's a chance to run, I think you would probably be best to get away."

Such words were not something Athena enjoyed. As a battle tactician, she particularly enjoyed the battle of body and mind, and retreat was the last thing she wanted to admit, unless it was for a greater feint.

"Plus, if you are interested in the commanding military officer, you can do more from the outside looking in, than causing a commotion from the inside!" A woman said to Athena. "A woman as strong as you shouldn't fight on their terms, but yours!"

"I'll consider it. You are right, being rash right now may detriment my efforts. I want to establish fair order, and to do so with bloodshed would only destroy my persuasion down the road."

"Your jail's won't hold me very long Mister Big Ears. As the King I've got some very powerful friends. More powerful and more dangerous for that matter then any you have. I can tell you that much Mr. Ears I can tell you that much for certain." He ended that last sentance with a rather large smile. Even if they did send him to some prison the things he knew meant the US government wasn't going to let him sit there for very long. This was all just a very dull talk with some Greek Officer that thought he was all that. "So if thats all you have to say I'm ready for my phone call or a sandwhich."

"...You're not getting a phone call. And you're black-ops, if you've forgotten!" Kanelos snaps, partly amused and partly annoyed. "Whatever you're doing here, your government doesn't want anyone to know about it. They're much more likely to completely deny your existence than admit that they're sending armed troops into another country with no provocation whatsoever. Honestly, if this gets out, it would be a complete diplomatic nightmare on their part."

He leans back a bit more, before a soldier bursts into the tent. Saluting hastily, he reports, "Sir, the Brigadier General is here!"

"What!? What for!? Why hasn't he seen me!?" he asks, startled as he practically jumps out of his seat. "Where is he?"

"He headed for the civilians' tent, sir."

Kanelos immediately heads out, leaving the tent empty save for David, the soldier pointing a gun at him, and the other soldier who had just brought the news.






Nikolaos nods. "Very well. As Brigadier General, I am in charge of the Helenic Armed Forces while my superiors are meeting with Parliament in Athens. I am deeply sorry for the actions of Colonel Kanelos, and will release all the civilians immediately."

With a slightest lowering of his brow, he adds, "And I think you'll find I know more about your situation than you think, if you will come with me. We'll have a discussion about our situation in private--I do believe it would be best if no one else were to be present for it, military or civilian."

It was then Kanelos burst in behind Nikolaos, saluting nervously and saying, "S-sir, what is the pleasure of you--"

"Quiet, Kanelos. You are no longer in charge here. You are dismissed immediately. Return to base and await further orders."



Kanelos wasn't sure how to react. Frowning, he doesn't say a word. Giving another salute, he turns around and exits, making preparations to leave. He was not pleased in the slightest.

The problem with flashbangs is that they are rather loud, and noticeable. Athena turned to look at the tent which just got fragged.

"I believe you have bigger issues to deal with currently," Athena said to the general. "I'll still be here, on my honor. I don't give promises lightly."