Chapter 42: Christian vs 1st Lt Snape

Madeline calmed down and listened intently to Teddy's plan. "So, what is this plan of yours?" she asked, her voice steady.

Teddy began explaining his strategy. "First, we need to figure out what they want with Jimmy," he stated, his mind racing.

Madeline nodded in agreement. "That's simple. Jimmy is a prime elemental," she replied, her expression focused.

Christian confused asks, "So what? What's so special about being a prime elemental?"

Madeline's face saddened as she explained the gravity of the situation. "Prime elementals are extremely rare and powerful individuals. The world government will do whatever it takes to obtain people like Jimmy because their power helps them maintain control."

Christian's confusion turned into concern. "But how did they even know about Jimmy in the first place?" Madeline wasn't sure but she's guessing someone very important must've found out from General Rebecca's reports.

Teddy pondered the question, contemplating their next move. "We need more information, especially about the exact time the military will arrive at our location," he said, formulating a plan.

Madeline confirmed Teddy's statement. "It should take about a day for them to reach us if they mobilize their resources."

Teddy continued, "We need to gather intelligence on their movements. Here's what I propose..." As Teddy explained his plan, everyone in the group prepared to put it into action.

The scene transitioned to the military base near Kirin Village, where Major General Brock and Major Taylor were engaged in a conversation.

Major Taylor asked, "So, what do we do, sir?"

Major General Brock, frustrated, replied, "Not much we can do. I'm outranked here. Did she answer or respond yet?"

Major Taylor shook her head. "Negative, sir."

Just then, a man and a girl appeared at the entrance of the base, catching their attention.

Major General Brock questioned their presence. "Who is that?"

A soldier reported, "Sir and ma'am, a man and a girl are at the entrance of the base."

Major Taylor inquired, "Do you know who they are?"

The soldier replied, "The man called himself The Wandering Priest."

Both Major Taylor and Major General Brock were surprised by this revelation and decided to meet them at the entrance.

Major General Brock confronted the man. "This is an unexpected visit. What are you doing here, priest?"

Harrison, unfazed, replied, "I was wondering if you have seen a boy named Jimmy."

Major General Brock, perplexed, responded, "No, I can't say I have. By the way, priest, who's this little girl with you?"

Harrison introduced Eve. "Her name is Eve. I'm accompanying her."

Major General Brock acknowledged their presence. "I see... Do you need anything else, priest?"

Harrison declined, stating, "No, that will be all." He and Eve then left the base.

As they departed, Harrison asked Eve, "Did you get it?"

Eve nodded confidently. "Yes, I know everything."

Harrison expressed his satisfaction. "Perfect."

The scene shifted to Major Taylor and Major General Brock discussing the encounter.

Major Taylor asks, "What was that all about?"

Major General Brock replied, "I'm not sure, but I have a bad feeling about all this."

Eve was able to figure out that the envoy won't arrive for a few hours which gave them enough time to figure out a plan to save Jimmy. 

Moments later after discussing the plan, everyone started to hop into action. 

Teddy sat in a room, surrounded by plans, and communicated with the team through Eve's abilities, "Can everyone hear me?"

Madeline's voice came through clearly. "Loud and clear."

Harrison responded, "I hear you."

Christian affirmed, "Yes, sir!"

Teddy confirmed their readiness. "Great, it seems all communications are working, Eve."

Eve acknowledged, "That's good."

Teddy motivated everyone. "Alright, let's begin Operation Save Jimmy!"

The team started moving into their designated positions, ready to execute the plan. Major General Brock and Major Taylor remained vigilant, while Lieutenant Snape guarded Jimmy, awaiting extraction.

Teddy checked in with Harrison. "Are you in position, Mr. Harrison?"

Harrison confirmed, "Yes, I am."

Teddy then addressed the entire team. "Alright, is the rest of the team ready?"

Madeline responded firmly, "We're ready." 

The scene transitioned to Madeline at the edge of Kirin Village, holding her spear, with Christian by her side.

Madeline asked Christian, her voice filled with concern, "Are you sure you can do this?"

Christian reassured her, his determination unwavering. "Yeah, I got this."

Madeline trusted him. "I'm trusting you, Christian. Save him."

Christian's resolve strengthened as he said, "You can count on me. Believe in me." A quick flashback from his past flashed through his mind, reminding him of someone who once said those same words.

Madeline noticed his momentary distraction. "Are you alright?"

Christian regained his focus. "Yeah, I'm fine. I'm ready."

Teddy's voice rang through their communication devices, energizing them. "ALRIGHT, DO IT NOW!"

Madeline grasped her spear tightly, preparing to throw it, while Christian tightly held onto the spear, enveloping himself in lightning.

Madeline commanded, "Hold on tight." She channeled her power, infusing the entire spear with lightning, and then launched it with incredible speed towards the military base.

Major Taylor alerted Major General Brock, "Sir, something is coming!"

Major General Brock, frustrated by the constant surprises, exclaimed, "What NOW?!"

The spear pierced through the base, causing a massive explosion upon impact at the extraction location.

Lieutenant Snape, bewildered, muttered, "What the hell is that?"

From the destruction, a figure emerged, walking through the smoke.

Christian declared confidently, "It's the guy who's going to kick your ass." Lightning crackled around him as he stepped out of the smoke.

Lieutenant Snape scoffed, "What is this brat doing here?"

Major General Brock and Major Taylor, watching from inside the building, witnessed the scene unfold.

Major General Brock wondered aloud, "A kid? Who is that?"

Major Taylor responded, equally puzzled, "I have no idea, sir."

Then a bunch of soldiers started screaming from the other side of the base. Major General Brock focuses his attention there and realizes it's The Wandering Priest attacking and knocking out his men, "THE WANDERING PRIEST!" He pondered to himself, "What is he doing here?"

Major General Brock and Major Taylor stepped outside to confront Harrison, who was incapacitating any soldier who dared approach.

Major General Brock demanded an explanation. "What are you doing here, Priest?"

Harrison remained composed. "It seems you were lying about the boy, Major General."

Major General Brock, irritated, retorted, "I have to stop you, you know that."

Harrison challenged him. "Try it." As he points his wooden sword at the Major General.

The focus then shifted back to Christian, who faced off against Lieutenant Snape with Jimmy still unconscious nearby.

Lieutenant Snape taunted, "You said you'll kick my ass?"

Christian confidently replied, "Yup."

Lieutenant Snape burst into laughter. "You're dead meat, kid."

Christian smirked, stretching his body. Curiosity filled his eyes as he asked, "Before we get started, just curious, what's your rank?"

Lieutenant Snape proudly declared, "I AM 1st LIEUTENANT SNAPE!"

Christian's smile grew wider. "1st Lieutenant, huh? Perfect." He generated a powerful electrical aura, enveloping himself in lightning.

Christian recollected his previous encounter with Lieutenant Neo. "Last time I fought a 1st Lieutenant, I couldn't do anything to him. I'm curious to see how far I've come."

Lieutenant Snape, brimming with confidence, shouted, "I'LL DESTROY YOU, BOY!" He prepared to unleash his technique but before he could act, Christian disappeared before his eyes and reappeared in front of him.

Christian surprised him, announcing, "THIS TIME I WILL GIVE OUT A REAL PUNCH!" He delivered a powerful strike to Lieutenant Snape's gut, sending him flying across multiple walls.

As Lieutenant Snape crashed to the ground, Jimmy began to regain consciousness. He saw Christian standing before him, his frustration and shame evident.

Jimmy mumbled, "C... Christian, why are you helping me?"

Christian reassured him, "I'm here to save your butt. Now sit tight and wait to be saved."

Lieutenant Snape, enraged, made a desperate return.

Lt. Snape irate yells out, "DAMN YOU! How dare you strike me, you little brat!"

Jimmy cautioned Christian, "Christian, watch out! He controls snakes!"

Christian grinned, finding the challenge intriguing.

Lt. Snape unleashed a horde of snakes from the ground, launching them at Christian from all directions.

Christian extended both his hands, and with a resolute voice, he declared, "Time to try out a new move: DISCHARGE!" A surge of electricity engulfed him, electrifying all the snakes.

Lt. Snape, shocked, cried out, "What happened? My snakes!" His anger intensified.

Christian taunted him, "You should be more worried about yourself." In an instant, Christian appeared behind Lieutenant Snape, as Lt. Snape turned around Christian delivered a powerful kick right to his face sending him flying into the air.

While suspended in mid-air, he mutters, "Impossible... I was so close, so close," his tears mixing with the dust below. Lt. Snape's body then falls to the ground making a huge impact.

Christian landed gracefully on the ground after defeating Lt. Snape. Jimmy approached him cautiously.

Jimmy walks up to Christian with his head down, unable to look at Christian in the face, and starts to apologize to him. 

However, Christian's frustration surfaced, and he forcefully punched Jimmy in the face.

Jimmy fell to the ground, holding his cheek, bewildered. "WHAT WAS THAT FOR?"

Christian shouted at him, refusing his pity. "DON'T GIVE ME YOUR PITY, YOU BASTARD!"

Jimmy was taken aback by Christian's outburst.

Christian continued with determination, pointing at Jimmy. "Listen, that guy wasn't anything to cry home about. It's obvious he used some underhanded technique to beat you."

Jimmy tried to speak, but Christian interrupted, his voice stern. "Jimmy, I know how strong you are. You could've done what I just did, just as easily. I'm not going to let you hand over a victory that is mine to take."

Christian's finger pointed directly at Jimmy, his resolve unwavering. "ONE DAY, WE ARE GOING TO FIGHT, AND I'M GONNA BEAT YOU FAIR AND SQUARE! YOU GOT THAT?"

Jimmy, fueled by Christian's determination, stood up, smiling through his tears. "YOU'RE ON. I WON'T LOSE TO YOU!"

Christian smirked, satisfied. "That's more like it."

The scene shifted to the confrontation between Major General Brock and Harrison.

Major General Brock, still unable to comprehend Lieutenant Snape's defeat, exclaimed, "Impossible! Lieutenant Snape was defeated by some kid."

Harrison commended Christian. "Great job, kid."

Suddenly, an imposing presence arrived, felt by both Harrison and Major General Brock.

A voice filled with authority echoed, "Lt. Snape, you have failed me."

Harrison recognized the voice and spoke with concern, "What is he doing here?"

General Fang has appeared with his helicopter as it begins to land.