The First Unit

Being guided to the Ancestor Corp by Vice Commander James, Sam had past several areas where tens of people could be seen either injured or maimed, while an unlucky few being covered with a white cloth over their body soundlessly.

"This is what usually happens when war hits us, you'll get used to it soon Private." The Vice Commander had said once seeing him stare at the countless soldiers who were in pain.

Hearing this, Sam could only nod.

"If you can't get over how gruesome war really is, then we can just give you a position as assistant if you like..." As the moment the last word had fallen out of his mouth, he grinned slightly. "Well, looks like we won't be needing a new assistant anytime soon."

Behind the chatter of the Vice Commander, the surrounding soldiers could see a certain teenager releasing killing intent making them unable to breathe.

"Alright now, you can calm down. The others won't be able to stay awake with you giving off such an expression."

Putting a hand on his shoulder, Sam had realized what he had done, and started to disperse the intent he had just revealed so suddenly, apologizing to the soldiers all at once.

"I'm sorry everyone, I didn't realize that I had done such a thing. All I could think about currently was the Ancestors, who might've killed my brother."

"Hahahaha! It is no worries Kid, just think about it as someone strong has come to feverishly ravish these ancestors!" A soldier winking avidly at Sam.

"Exactly. Now we have a new 'Lapu-Lapu'[1] coming to destroy them all!" The soldiers had replied with enthusiasm, making Sam feel embarrassed.

'I'm no Hero, I doubt I'll ever be. As long as I find my brother.'

"Okay, okay. Enough with the nonsense now, and get a move it. What are all of you doing slacking off!" The chatter between Sam and the many soldiers had stopped as soon as the Vice Commander had interrupted, and all of the soldiers had continued what they were doing. "Now then, lets continue the tour shall we?"

As he spoke, he began moving on as Sam follows his every step.

"While you're here in the area, you'll normally pass by certain locations that prohibit you from entering due to your rank. Such areas need you to have a higher qualification, but we won't need to discuss about that now as you should get used to the environment."

"So which areas could I access now?" Sam had asked curiously.

"Well your question came at the right time. Because the place you can access is right here. The Toilet!"

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A certain silence had come between the two men standing next to one another, while Sam staring at the figure with confusion.

"What? You think that just because you joined, that you would get places meant for higher personnel? Don't make me laugh, besides basic commodities, like the cafeteria, living quarters, and the toilet, you won't even be able to have one step in other areas."

"So what do I even do here?!" Replying Sam, asked as if he lost his chance for revenge.

"Do not worry Private, only when you prove yourself as you go up against the Ancestors, can we give you a higher access. So all you have to do, is work hard! Not hard right?" As they had conversed to what Sams path would become, they had both arrived in front of the living quarters for Freshlings [2]. "This is where you'll be staying from now on, together with the other Freshlings here."

"Other Freshlings?"

Seeing Sam clueless once again, the Vice Commander couldn't help but sigh for his sense of knowledge or common sense.

"Yes, not only you were recruited for this Corp, we need new soldiers who can adapt to the enemy which has become of us. So here you will be known together as the First Unit!" The VC shouting his last few words, in purpose of alerting the figures inside of the tent.

"All of you! This will be your last member for the unit, Sam Heart! Welcome him with open arms!"

"Yes Sir!" The several figures had replied in unison as they started staring at who might be their new freshie.

"Now go on in, you'll be notified soon about what you'll be doing next."

After gaining the approval of the Vice Commander, Sam had started moving into the tent, meeting several figures with varying ages from 15-19 at most.

Most had went back to their own space to do what they're doing, ignoring the new guy who had just come in. Seeing this, he could only sigh as he found a spot to to relax in and put all his things away.

Time had passed as he had been laying on his bed eagerly hoping to know when will be the chance he could strike down an Ancestor with his owns hands. Per to his imagination, a soldier had started marching into the First Units tent, and commanded loudly in a deep tone. "All Freshlings are to report to the Primary field now!"

With this, the soldier had left without waiting for any reply. The moment he left, all the freshlings inside had started getting up and making way to the Primary Field.

Not knowing directions to the Field, Sam had went over to his bunk mate who hadn't bother to speak with him the moment he entered. "Hey Bro, could you help me understand how to get to the field?"

Seeing the clueless teenager start talking to him, the man who was barely Sams height had brought distance to one another and started speaking.

"First off, next time you come talk to me, don't call me bro, we aren't close enough to call each other that, and my name is Walter. Secondly, haven't you listened to the guidance meeting a few days ago?"

"No, I joined through a unique circumstance sadly, so I haven't gotten the chance for any meeting that you talk about. I've just joined today. I'm Sam."

Seeing Sam reach his hand out after his explanation, Walter nodded.

"I know who you are, so there's no need for the pleasantries. I'll explain to you the fields and facilities that you have missed out as we make our way there. So let's hurry, I don't want to be late."

Ignoring the handshake, he started leaving as Sam followed by.

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[1] Lapu-Lapu in the Philippines, is known as a war hero who protected their lands. So you could understand the meaning behind it as they used the term there.

[2] Freshlings - This term will be used several times to describe the new soldiers who had recently be recruited to the Ancestor Corp.