Operation Snowflake

Warning: May contain strong language and violence.

Notes: This story is set a year prior to Browning graduating at Signal. Characters that aren't created on the wiki will be involved in this story and belong to me. This fanfic will update fairly quickly so look sharp.

Chapter 1
"Well well well, what do we have here?"

"Who is he? Where did you find him? What do we do?"

"You ask too many questions, but I know one thing that we do to people like him."

Gun cocks*

"You are nothing but one filthy human of this earth, time for you to die!"

BANG*

Gasp*

It was about 7 AM in the morning when I woke up from the bunk beds in the barracks. I had just experienced another dream, those that had started ever since I turned 13. It was strange though, I never experienced any of this. Why am I having dreams like these? I do not know, but at least I didn't crap my pants. I never had, I never will. I got up and went to the bathroom to shower and brush my teeth. It was about 30 minutes of me doing my thing until one of the Drill Sergeants came inside the barracks. I was dressing up into my combat outfit when he came in. He talked to me in a calm voice, something that was unusual. Usually when he talks to the recruits here, myself included, his voice was always in a strict, commanding tone.

"Hey Browning, you're needed in the briefing room. Finish getting dressed and report there ASAP, understood?"

"Yes Sir!"

He left the barracks in a jogging pace. Strange, the only time we were called into the briefing room is when the higher ups want to debrief us on our training progress. Today was not the day to check up on our progress. I just shrugged it off and finished putting on my combat uniform. I then went to the armory to obtain my weapons. The girl over there greeted me with a warm smile.

"Hey Browning! Up early again?"

"Yeah, just had another bad dream again. What about you Stones?"

"Everything's Jake!"

I went inside the armory locker rooms to access my locker and gather up Peacekeeper and Enforcer. As I was doing so, another recruit walked in and saw me. I recognize her, it was Olivia Woods. She started the conversation with a curious tone.

"Sup Browning, were you called into the briefing room?"

"Yep, they called you in too Woods?

"Uh huh. Along with Rojas and Ashton."

Olivia Woods is a cute girl who is a tiny bit shorter than me, athletic, has fair skin, green eyes, and brunette hair. Like me, she is one of the recruits who started training at a young age, came from a military family and aspires to become a Hunter to protect people from Grimm. You're probably wondering why we're here in Fort Vale getting military training? Well, let me give you the least complicated answer possible: it's to give us an advantage in combat academies. Anyways, Woods and I got our weapons, went outside, and headed to the main building where the briefing room was. As we were heading there, Rojas and Ashton were running to catch up with us.

"Browning! Woods! Wait up!" Yelled Rojas.

"Don't start without us!" Followed up Ashton.

We stopped for a moment for the pair to catch up with us. Ruben Rojas is a friend of mine who attended public school with me. He is a shorter guy who is about 5'6" feet, has an average build, has dark brown skin, brown eyes, and black hair. Kalyn Ashton is a quirky girl who is always seen by Rojas' side. They are damn near inseparable to where that you'll think that the two of them are dating. Funny thing is that they are, but are currently taking it slow. Ashton is about the same height as Rojas, has an average build, fair skin, grayish eyes, and dirty blonde hair. About a minute later, they finally caught up and I spoke up.

"So, the 4 of us have been called in to report to the briefing room huh?" I asked.

"I guess it looks that way. Wonder what they need the 4 of us specifically for?" Rojas responded.

"Well, we have been working together a lot lately. They probably need us for something." Woods stated.

"I have a bad feeling about this, what do you think they'll do to us?" Questioned Ashton.

"I can ensure you that we aren't going to be sent off where we'll get killed." I replied.

"Okay, I still don't like it though." Answered Ashton.

Ashton calmed down a bit, but she still kept a scared look on her face. I was starting to feel it too, but there was only one way to find out. We were still about 5 minutes away from the main building where the briefing room was. We walked the rest of the way and made small talk, just to calm our nerves. Later, we got inside the main building and walked through the halls filled with soldiers going on with their usual routine. We finally got to the briefing room and we all took a deep breath before walking inside. As we walked inside the room, we were greeted by a few non-commissioned officers: Captain Winters, Major Somers and Colonel Hayes. Colonel Hayes was the first to speak out.

"Glad to see that all of you made it here for briefing ladies and gentlemen. Please be seated, we will explain everything once we get everything settled."

We did what we were told and awaited what's to come.

Chapter 2
It has been a slow 5 minutes as we sat down in the briefing room. We were all feeling more uneasy as every second passed by. We were finally relieved when Captain Winters started talking.

"Sorry to keep you guys waiting. We had to contact the headmaster over at Signal Academy about the mission we're going to send you on for approval, he gave the green-light."

"Wait, what is it about the mission that requires special permission from the headmaster?" Spoke out Woods.

"He has seen how well the 4 of you have performed in Signal. He has high hopes that you guys will be able to complete the mission that will be as dangerous as hunting Grimm. You're all going on what will hopefully be a successful recon operation and not as an act of war, we'll start briefing in 30 seconds."

Ashton's suspicions were correct, we are going on a mission that may or may not get us killed. Most recon missions are "get in, get out," but from what they're saying, it's going to be a long day. Colonel Hayes finally started briefing, about time too.

"Alright ladies and gentlemen, sorry for keeping you waiting. This operation required special permission from your headmaster, which he did approve of sending you in. Why are we here? Well, do you guys remember the White Fang?"

"Yes sir!" We replied in unison.

"Okay, you're all aware of the organization. They used to be a symbol of peace between the human and faunus population. However, racism was still existent and there was no progress to racial equality. It was then about 7 years ago that they had changed leaders. Ever since they had changed leaders, there has been a gradual increase of violence ranging from Dust robberies to well-coordinated terrorist attacks. The police are the main force investigating the White Fang, but they've become powerful to where the police require assistance from both the military and Hunters. Your job is to gather intelligence on what the White Fang are planning. If possible, see if you can take some photos of the new leaders for the police to look into. You will be armed for this mission, we always want you to be able to defend youselves in case anything goes wrong with this operation. Always remember your training and be careful, is that clear?"

"Yes sir!" We shouted in unison.

"Major Somers, you're taking over now." Hayes instructed, he stood aside to observe.

"Yes sir. Okay guys, listen up. There is a White Fang FOB (Forward Operating Base) just outside of Vale, about 60 miles away from here. They have their base in forrest terrain and our helos (helicopters) are able to transport you about 10 miles away from their base, so you're going to be walking for a long time. Sorry, it's to avoid detection, but chances are you're going to encounter some White Fang patrols anyway. You'll be given sound suppressors for this operation, you don't want the sounds of your guns to alert nearby patrols. The faunus are known for having natural night-vision, so you'll all be issued night-vision goggles when night falls. There is light to moderate Grimm activity in the AO (Area Operation) so be ready to fight if encountered. That should cover just about everything, any questions?"

I asked first, "We won't have a vehicle to use for this mission?:

"Unfortunately, no. We want your team to be as discreet as possible."

Woods asked second, "Will we have reinforcements?"

"That's to be decided as the operation is ongoing. If there's a scenario that you find yourselves in that requires reinforcements, we'll send them in. But take note that the White Fang will not like our presence."

Rojas asked third, "What if we find something very damning over at the FOB? For example, let's say that there are prisoners over there amd they're about to execute them. Are we allowed to take action?"

"You'll have to call in for reinforcements then because the 4 of you cannot take down the base yourselves. You're all trained, but you're only kids. If this does happen, I hope that we can send in reinforcements fast enough to launch an inpromptu rescue mission. If reinforcements are unable to arrive at an early time, you are permitted to launch the rescue operation. Try to buy enough time for them to arrive whenever you can."

Finally it was Ashton's turn, "How long do you think this operation will take?"

"At most, 3 days. There will be a drop point where we'll send supplies and materials for you to set up camp. It'll be marked on your GPS."

Wow, this IS going to be a long operation. We have basic survival training so that's a plus. Colonel Hayes then spoke up.

"Alright guys, that's all for briefing. Choppers are up in 0200 hours (2 hours), so get everything prepared. Good luck and dismissed!"

"HOOAH!" We yelled in unison.

We all got up to leave the room. Before I was about to though, Captain Winters wanted to speak to me.

"Browning, we talked to your dad about this. He wants to see you before you leave."

"I understand sir, I'll be on my way."

We both saluted to each other and then I left the room. Captain Browning, my dad, urged my appearance so I jogged at a quick pace to his office. Dad was involved in the Faunus Rights Revolution and had seen a lot of shit over there. He had been traumatized ever since, but it's a good thing that he's getting the help that he needs. He's a stubborn man, but he isn't THAT stubborn to refuse help.