When I Opened My Eyes, I Was in the Middle of the Battlefield

Time passed and it was already mid-February.

There was no word related to the deployment of the operation that Robert, director of the External Cooperation Bureau, said.

Rather, the time to leave the hospital was approaching.

Not exactly me, but Marcus.

It’s been a while since my thighs healed and I started doing personal strength training in rehab.

Marcus, whose organs had been damaged by a sniper bullet in his stomach, had completed most of the treatment and was now in a situation where he was well enough to start outpatient treatment.

Of course, it wasn’t enough to hit the weight like I did, but it was enough to live a normal life.

As a result, he even made an appointment to be discharged.

It was none other than Jake coming to pick me up from Oregon to celebrate his discharge.

Of course it was dry.

It was because the distance from Portland, where he lived, to Fairfax, where the hospital was located, was over 3,700 km in a straight line.

Even a direct flight takes about 4-5 hours.

They say the same country, but if you look at the distance, it’s a long distance that could lead you to another country.

It was because he knew that I was terrorized a few weeks ago and promised to protect him.

I got it.

In the recent operation, Marcus and I both came back to life, albeit briefly.

‘There must be a debt of the heart… … .’

In the end, I had no choice but to schedule a discharge appointment to meet with him.

Of course it was good.

After all, Jake is a great monster.

He didn’t stand out because of me, but the operation he did in Camarnia recently was quite remarkable.

To be precise, the point of counterattack after sniping.

Of course, before that, clearing the house in front of me while I was shooting was a very quick and accurate job, but the next one was even more amazing.

Kill an enemy from the rear of the ranks.

It wasn’t even a single rebel, he had killed all five of Sergei’s men who had secretly approached him.

Of course, it was a difficult achievement even for most special forces members.

‘… Anyway, having that nobleman is more reliable than most rice soup.’

I’ll be with you from the moment you leave the hospital, so there’s really nothing to be afraid of.

I don’t know if I’m determined and armed with heavy weapons and attack, but Jake and I will be able to handle it lightly.

In addition, Marcus was well enough to live a normal life.

It would be perfect if you put a gun in his hand as well.

Even so, Jake’s visit wasn’t the only thing I was looking forward to.

It was because of something Robert had said a few weeks ago.

‘Why haven’t you contacted me… … ?’

He said that he would proceed with my discharge once the work had progressed, and that he would prepare the weapons and equipment accordingly.

Didn’t it even show the checked list?

However, even when I made an appointment with Jake, there was no contact.

So when you want to contact me first.

woo woo woo woo woo woo

The long awaited call finally came.

It was from Lily Morgan, my staff member.

“He contacted me just in time for me to be discharged.”

-Maybe it is, Mr. Lee.

“yes? Is that right?”

The moment I thought I hadn’t said it on purpose, her voice continued over the speaker.

-Today is D-Day.

“But why do you do that now… … .”

– Due to confidentiality, the personnel involved are now aware of the operation.

“ah… You prepared hard… … .”

It was not difficult to understand.

It was because the opponent was Walter Grayson, a senior assistant secretary of state.

From my point of view, I want to get rid of him quickly, but from Robert’s point of view, it is an official who has to deal with while maintaining confidentiality internally.

Perhaps he was trying all means and methods.

The result would have been notified by D-Day.

While guessing that there would be such cumbersome processes that could not be seen on the gameplay screen, Lily’s voice continued.

-That’s right, so there will be no staffing. Only people will come to do post-processing before the police arrive.

“No, then what do you do?”

It was time to ask back to the embarrassing remark that there was no manpower support for D-Day.

-Mr. Lee can move as planned when he is discharged.

“What are your plans?”

I hadn’t heard of it, so I asked again, and a clear answer came back quickly.

-It means that you just have to do what Mr. Lee decided to do. It’s a visit to the gun shop and shooting range. However, there is one problem in the middle like before.

“ah… A raid?”

-That’s right, car robberies are often carried out on lonely roads near the border, and I think they’ll do it the same way. It is a method of blocking the road with one car and attacking from the left and right. The number of people currently identified is estimated to be approximately nine.

“Can I deal with that? But I don’t have anything prepared yet, such as vehicles and weapons… … ? Are you bringing it now?”

– Team leader Russell is bringing it.

“Are you our leader? So, are you working together with the team leader?”

-That’s right.

I shook my head at her answer.

One Jake was far better than some useless support I didn’t know his name or face.

At the same time, I remembered the reason why he insisted on coming.

“Then are you coming for the operation?”

-no. I know you already made an appointment before the notification of the operation.

“nice… also… … .”

While admiring Jake’s personality, Lily continued her explanation as if concentrating on her day job.

-The firearms and equipment that will be given to Mr. Lee are all prepared in his vehicle, so you can wear them inside.

“Jake’s car?”

-Yes, that B6 grade bulletproof vehicle I rode before.

“no… So you’re driving from Oregon?”

I asked in surprise.

It was 4-5 hours by plane, but 40-50 hours by car.

That’s just pure travel time.

It would take at least 3 days if you eat in between and close your eyes.

As if my guess was correct, her voice continued.

-you’re right. It’s his car.

“no… Driving like that and operating… … .”

I tried to ask if I could do it, but I closed my mouth.

Jake could.

No, Marcus, Jose, and Rachel were no different.

It was because they were people who pushed forward with an indomitable will in front of the operation, and they had that kind of ability.

Instead, I asked for something else.

“So what about Marcus? I was going to go with him too… Are you leaving? Or you’ll get caught up in a gunfight.”

-Marcus Washington finished his contract yesterday, and he should have been notified of the operation as well.

“… Yesterday?”

I had no idea.

Clearly, Marcus hadn’t said much from yesterday until now.

– Yes, that’s right yesterday.

I reflexively tried to respond to Lily’s cheerful answer.

Come to think of it, Marcus was just as heavy-mouthed as Jake.

I might not have even bothered to talk about it.

Because this is a hospital, there were many people who had nothing to do with us.

“hmm… All right.”

-Then, I wish you a successful operation.

With that, the call ended.

Putting my phone in my pocket, I headed straight to Marcus’s room.

He was also hanging up the phone.

“Lee, you’re here.”

“I heard you signed yesterday?”

“that’s right. Have you heard now?”

“Yes, I asked because I was worried that I might get caught up in the operation, and he told me. It’s the next room. Couldn’t you talk to me?”

“hehehe, did that upset you?”

“No, it was great. I would have gone and asked… … .”

Following him, I smiled and answered.

There were no sad feelings. It was rather surprising that he did not say anything even after knowing the fact of this contract.

While looking at this, Marcus’ cell phone vibrated.

He looked at the screen and smiled at me.

“It looks like the team leader has arrived as well.”

With that said, Marcus and I both tidied up the room and came out with only a small bag of clothes.

As Marcus said, in front of the hospital was the same car he had seen before.

Bulletproof pickup truck rated B6.

“Looking at this again, it’s really… It’s amazing… … .”

It was a size that should be compared to a Humvee that tramples over a normal vehicle.

It was probably wider than the width of Korean roads, so it was clear that I couldn’t even run. Like an armored vehicle maneuvering on the road, you should use two lanes.

While I was thinking about it, the window went down.

“I’m glad you both walked out.”

“Is it because I haven’t seen you in a while… For some reason, I think my shoulders and arms have gotten thicker.”

“Okay, I did some exercise.”

“I wonder if it’s true that a person’s body grows that much after doing a little… … .”

As I tilted my head, Marcus tapped me on the shoulder before I knew it.

“Lee, aren’t you cold? Come on.”

“Ah, that’s how it should be. I have work to do… … .”

With those words, it was when I climbed the passenger seat as if I was going up the stairs several steps at a time.

A laugh came from the back seat.

It sounded like the exclamation of Marcus who happened to be in the car.

“What a lot.”

“… Oh, did you really bring everything?”

I followed Marcus’ words and turned around, admiring the prepared equipment.

Quite a lot.

Enough for one person to occupy a seat.

After that, Jake’s voice came through.

“Get ready.”

* * *

It’s been a long time since I took off the padding I was wearing.

Instead, he wore a plate carrier with operational equipment, a gun brace, and even a bulletproof helmet with a night vision adapter.

This was the same as the usual operation.

The same goes for Jake and Marcus.

Of course, the situation was different.

It was not an operational vehicle, but Jake’s personal vehicle, and the road they were driving was not a dirt road in a civil war area, but a road in Virginia, USA.

In particular, I have never registered to purchase or possess a firearm in the United States.

Perhaps because of that, it was understandable why Robert was working quietly.

If anything leaks out accidentally, it’s not just a hassle, it can be really noisy.

It was time to check the chamber habitually.

“You’re all here.”

I heard Jake’s voice.

It seemed like they were talking as if they were gathering at the assembly point before entering the operation, but that was not the case in my eyes.

A car blocking the road, a car parked on the shoulder, and a few people hiding clumsily.

To put it simply, it was on the verge of being attacked.

Click.

When I turned on the radio button, Jake’s voice continued through the headset.

-Let me take the front, Marcus on the left, Lee on the right, and counterattack immediately.

A preemptive strike is good, but this method wasn’t bad either.

It was because the enemy was attacking in reverse while he was busy shooting a big target, a car.

Of course, it is difficult to attempt because the enemy’s firearms must be accurately identified, the vehicle must be strong enough to block rifle bullets, and the skills of those who will counterattack are also important.

We were all eligible, so there was no problem with the implementation.

I pulled the doorknob.

rattle.

The moment I opened the car door, I immediately heard the HK416.

It wasn’t from Al Jamash, but it was a new item that matched the gun settings.

If the distance is farther away, the zero point will be a bit off, but unless it’s a fairly sophisticated shot, there’s nothing much to consider at close range.

Most likely, it will get stuck in the upper body or head.

After using the door that had just been opened as a shield, he immediately pulled the trigger.

Tuong-!

A heavy gunshot rang through the silencer.

At the same time, the one who rushed forward shook greatly.

Even though it hit the middle of the chest, I shot one more shot as I ran a few more times as if I was drunk.

Empty!

The next order was the guys running from the side, behind, and from the front.

Five to do.

One more person than at the airport, but I wasn’t worried at all.

Unlike back then, I was fully armed.

Empty! tudder tong! Tuong-!

For a while for the 5.56mm shell to pop out like a continuous shot.

soon it was quiet

At the same time, a low radio was transmitted in the headset.

– Killed 2 people in front.

-Two people on the left were killed.

“Five kills on the right and front, looks like all clear… Car search?”

A situation where all 9 people who were notified in advance were eliminated.

Soon Jake’s voice came through.

-Lee, you and I search the vehicle in pairs, and Marcus be alert.

As expected, concise and quick instructions like a veteran.

“All right.”

I answered and went out, and searched all the cars that were standing with Jake.

And the result was exactly what I said.

“That’s right, all clear.”

Jake’s gruff voice sounded a bit drained.

Because this operation was quite trivial.

About 9 gang members were no big deal.

Even if he was drugged and armed with an assault rifle.

It was easy to see why Delta and Devgrew were so bored with sending the CIA or Homeland Security.

And then a somewhat absurd, funny thought came to my mind.

‘If this is the case, I’ll wipe out all the gangs and clean up the bottom of America… … ?’