Executor Of Justice

Hector was walking through the long hallways. The hallway was gigantic, and it has multiple floors. It looks like an expansion underground. Although the security doesn't seem tight, Hector knew better, there were a lot of hidden micro-size cameras and security officers ready to be deployed at any time. The security officers here are no joke, they are at the same combat level as an international-grade military. There were many metal doors on each side with clear letters and number labeling. None of them probes his interest since he has known them already when he visited it during his childhood.

Hector took a right turn and a left turn to reach his destination, the combat enforcement unit bunk. Many soldiers can be seen talking to each other here, it is a great place to simply cool your mind from the stress. It can be said that none of the soldiers here are normal, the difficulty of the missions is way higher than any national soldier can receive and their opponents aren't always human beings, but monsters that can tear and eat your friend alive to scare the shit out of you. At the far end of the hallway is the bunk of his unit, Combat Task Force Unit Alpha-2 "Judgement Sword". While he was walking towards it, a soldier in off-duty uniform approached him.

"You Must be Special Agent Hector, yes?"

"I Am"

"Our Captain has been waiting for you. Please follow me."

The soldier sighed a relief as he has guessed the personality of his new commander. Some unlucky friends of his at other squads were assigned to arrogant and prideful officers fresh from the academy. There was nothing much they could do about it because of their strong political connections and authority. Hopefully, with their new commander, they wouldn't be bullied too often.

As Hector stepped inside the bun, he could see the soldiers sitting in their bed bunk. Each of them is a designated specialist in their field. But one is standing still in front of him at the other side of the bunk. It was someone with the physical appearance of a 30-year-old man. His facial features resemble a handsome Asian man except for the part that it was filled with scars and disfiguration. Hector could guess that it was the veteran Captain everyone had been praising so far. Hector could see that everyone was tense since usually, their officer wouldn't even recognize them in the eyes.

"Relax, I don't bite as those officers do. I understand that you guys are not comfortable with me since we don't know each other. I assure you I will appreciate your efforts and recognize your opinion. That would be all for now."

After saying his small speech, he turned back and left the bunk. Hector knew he wouldn't be able to speak properly to them yet. It was much easier to convince a regular special force soldier since they don't encounter bizarre events as often as these men do. While monsters are rare encounters, some terrorist organization decided to use them as bio-weapons. Currently, only the I.S.B. is allowed to engage with high-tier monsters to prevent panic from spreading to regular soldiers and citizens.

Right now, it is noon, it is time for lunch. Hector could feel his stomach rumbling already, so he rushed to the cafeteria. Unlike the regular army, the officer and enlisted mess cafeteria aren't separated but mixed. This is to help them communicate and understand their teammates closer. There were some cases where enemy infiltration and sabotage were a success since no one truly knows their teammate's personality.

As he was walking, a loud explosion suddenly occurred. He could see building parts and soldiers getting demolished by a mysterious dark knight wielding a black sword. For some reason, he could feel the hostility it is showing towards him. He knew he was the prey and must run for survival. He was about to turn back and run when he felt his body was being gripped and pulled by a powerful gravity force. The dark knight then pierced Hector with his dark sword when he was in range. It was then the area nearby started to shake heavily and a white-gold aura started to emit from Hector's heart. It was repelling the black aura trying to enter his body.

"Impossible. To be able to earn the pure heart at this age ... , you must be eliminated at all costs."

The dark knight began emitting a larger and thicker dark aura. The bullets the security soldiers from all sides were ineffective against him. Everyone in his way was being slaughtered like a chicken. Fear began to spread quickly among the defenders, causing some to run for their lives and breaking the formation. He was running as fast as the wind towards Hector. Gaining the resolution to stop the tragedy, he picked up a ceremony sword from a nearby fallen officer and parried the dark sword.

"The Holy Element? No no no .. Arghhh !"

The light shined brightly between the swords and the dark knight screamed in pain loudly before disappearing into thin air. What's left of him was only a dark painted in black. It was not beating as if it was dead already. Reinforcement soon arrives and began cleaning up the area. Since Hector was a special agent, they permitted him to leave the event scene after asking basic questions per standard protocol. While Hector was walking away, he felt something dangerous and turned around. He can see a thin dark aura emitting from a military security Lieutenant. Thankfully, he didn't look like a Dark Knight, but he knew that it is not a good sign. To clear up his mind, he went to his office and wanted to take a good rest.

In front of his office, two military security guards can be seen guarding the door. They were armed with an advanced blaster rifle and black metal armor that covered their black bodysuit. These units undoubtedly belong to a general officer protection detail. He stopped his steps, waiting for the guards to give a statement. There was no need to check using id cards or code cylinders now, every soldier has an identification scanner built on their helmets. Some information, however, may be classified for important personnel such as Hector.

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Military ID: X01

Name: Hector

Rank: Special Agent - ISB

Clearance Level: Covert

Information : - NO ACCESS-

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"The Director-General has awaited your presence. Please enter immediately."

Knowing that an inspection isn't necessary, Hector opened the door and walked in. The door automatically closes itself as part of the system. There, a beautiful middle-aged woman in general-officer military uniform was sitting on his chair, examining his work. To break off the silence, the general spoke first in an elegant manner.

"I thought you would find clues immediately. Looks like I was too excited considering this is a frozen case. What do you think, Special Agent?"

Relieved that he was not going to be questioned further about the latest event. He decided to answer honestly to not pry any suspicion from the general.

"I've found trails regarding the case, but I decided to confirm it myself first. My apology for not relaying the result of my investigation accordingly."

"That is fine, I look forward to your result. By the way, do you have any idea about the recent attacker?"

" He was wearing black medieval armor and equipped with a laser sword. I've told the guards already, Ma'am."

Since he answered in an honest tone, there was nothing she could do to press him any further. The power behind Hector protecting him is even stronger than her.

"Very well, do continue your investigation."

She stood up from the chair and began walking, leaving the room with her guards.

'That was close, I know she can know people who answer honestly or not. That is pretty scary, good thing I found the loophole.'

Since it was quite late now, he ate dinner early and went to his bunk. He prayed to God hoping that everything will be all right and that His blessing will always be with him.