Story/A Snowy Night Capriccio/E1-2 (Part1)

... Behind a shady corner near the Griffin base.

Gager

So what's this plan of yours?

Destroyer

Remember the tech Mastermind recently developed?

Gager

You mean the one-way jam in comm links or the augmentation mammapla—

Destroyer clamps a hand fearfully over Gager's mouth and gingerly touches the bridge of her own nose.

Destroyer

Neither! I'm talking about simulating Griffin signals!

Gager

The one that allows us to temporarily disguise our Sangvis signals as Griffin's?

Gager

That's completely experimental technology, and only proves effective for about 30 minutes.

Destroyer

Yeah, but that's more than enough.

At Gager's thoughtful nod, Destroyer grabs a Dinergate and starts tinkering with it enthusiastically.

Destroyer

As long as we physically alter this Dinergate to look like the Griffin model and cover up its Sangvis signal with a simulated Griffin signal, those stupid T-Dolls won't have a clue!

Destroyer

Then, I'll snatch away the gifts while the Dinergate creates a diversion—

Destroyer grows more animated as she speaks. The Dinergate is modified in no time, save for a few parts that cannot fit anywhere. Gatger then takes it into her hands...

Gager

...

Gager

Are you sure this isn't going to cause any unexpected problems?

Gager

After all, this technology hasn't undergone any form of testing.

Destroyer watches nervously as Gager activates the Dinergate. Upon seeing nothing out of the ordinary, Destroyer continues...

Destroyer

Ahem. Well, since nothing seems to be the problem, we can proceed as planned.

Destroyer

Think about it, this is also the perfect time for you to look for that traitor.

Destroyer

We'll both get what we want.

Gager

It does appear to be a pretty foolproof plan.

Gager

Then let's do it. However, in order to properly control the Dinergates, we'll have to split up.

Destroyer

Don't worry. I'll get in touch if anything happens.

Gager

I hope you're smarter than that idiot.

Gager

Let's kickstart this plan with an ambush laid by my forces.

Destroyer

... Hmm? What idiot?

Gager's figure has already vanished into the snowy night.

... At the Griffin base.

M1918

Kalina, Sangvis units have been detected about 500 meters outside of the main entrance! Recon squad is requesting aid!

Kalina

At a time like this...?

CZ75

Right on time! I was just worrying about not finding any good materials!

Ameli

The Commander isn't here... It's scary... I want to hide...

Am RFB

Hey, don't go burrowing off... I don't want to experience a "game over" alone on a Christmas Day without the Commander...

Gr MG5 sighs as she pulls Ameli out from her hidey-hole.

Gr MG5

Do these T-Dolls' neural clouds just turn into goop the moment something unexpected happens?

M21

Ahaha, "turn into goop." You're funny, Gr MG5...

Noticing the deafening silence and M14's awkward stare, M21 coughs to cover up her embarrassment.

WA2000

Let's get back on track. My neural cloud can't handle any more of your nonsense.

Springfield

While the Commander might not be here, we still have Kalina, so let's hurry up and prepare for battle.

Kalina

Don't worry. I've studied up on the Commander's combat records. Leave the commanding to me!

END