The Light Reapers: End of the World by Gary Hickman

Author:Gary Hickman [Hickman, Gary]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Black Rose Writing
Published: 2021-08-11T16:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 24

Priest turned to the Team and spoke up, “Before we load up and go out in the middle of hell again, I just wanted to say something. You are the best team I have ever led and served with. I have deployed more times than I can count and to more places than I care to remember. In all of that time, I have never encountered an enemy who does not show fear, has no regard for self-preservation and who seems not to possess an ounce of humanity.

That being said, everyone here has performed well considering what we have faced. Not to mention, you all have volunteered to go back out there and brave the storm again. Those whose job is not in the military and do not deploy regularly, have stepped up and face this enemy exceptionally well. I wanted to say thank you and I feel blessed to have all of you with me.

Now, the next thing I am about to do, I have never done before and I don’t do lightly. The Light Reapers are a strong brotherhood who would die for one another if needed. These are not regular times and the brotherhood needs to accept others into our ranks.” He looked at Webb as he spoke. Webb nodded at him as he continued.

Priest reached in his rucksack, pulled out some items and held them out in his hand. “I want to welcome the rest of you to our Team.” Doug, Allison and Lia each reached out and took one. “These are patches displaying the Light Reapers Unit insignia. It holds them in high regard among the brothers and sisters in uniform. Being part of the Light Reapers sets you apart from others who wear this uniform. That patch represents skill, courage, loyalty and perseverance. Wear them with pride and pay honor to those wearing it now and those who died wearing it before you. Welcome to the Light Reapers!” All three attached the patch to the Velcro on their shoulder as the rest of the Team shouted, HUA!

Priest looked at the three of them, “Ok, with that sentimental bullshit out of the way, let’s mount up.”

Doug and Allison entered the cockpit, while Doc, Neville and Shin were stowing everyone’s gear and making sure they removed all the helicopter safety equipment. Shaw was loading and servicing the M48 .50 cal mounted on the right side as Webb, Priest and Lia went over the operational plans. Harwell came out to talk to Captain Webb and confirm a few things, leaving Priest alone with Lia.

“You ever been in combat?” Priest asked.

“I am from Israel. Surrounded by some of the most radical terrorists in the world. I’ll let you answer your own question.” Lia didn’t say it in a condescending tone, but more like a matter of fact.

“Excellent point.” He continued, “So, what’s your story?”

“A little nosey?”

“Negative. When I go into combat with someone, I would like to know who the hell I am dealing with.

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