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    Leo Lacaz
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Stories posted in this category are works of fiction. Names, places, characters, events, and incidents are created by the authors' imaginations or are used fictitiously. Any resemblances to actual persons (living or dead), organizations, companies, events, or locales are entirely coincidental.
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Operation Ganymede - 10. Chapter 10 - Preparations for Infiltration

Klein and Eiseinmann prepare for a secret mission under the orders of the Oberleutnant. They receive strict instructions on their appearance to blend into their role, even having to modify their clothing. The officer emphasizes their responsibility towards their teammate. Excited and anxious, they await the next day to discover their mission.

The two "Jugends" sat on one of the steps of the manor’s porch, watching distractedly as the Pimpfes were still dealing with the Oberleutnant inside.

"See, Eiseinmann? What did I tell you?"
"I admit it! A mission, can you believe it?!"
"Yeah, what luck!"
"‘Luck,’ you say... Honen would go mad if he knew!"
"Your squad leader?"
"Yeah. A real bastard. Always putting himself forward as if we didn’t even exist, especially the younger ones like me."
"I think I know who he is… but I didn’t know he was like that. Mine is still okay."
"Well, either way, if there’s trouble, I’m always the one who gets blamed."
"And yet, here you are, and you got chosen!"
"I know… and deep down, I’m glad we’re together in this."
"Haha, yeah… but tomorrow, we’ll be separated. The Oberleutnant clearly said: each of us with a Pimpf."

A brief silence settled. Then Eiseinmann resumed:

"By the way, who would you rather be with?"
"Meh… both seem fine. And you? Do you have a preference?"
"Not really. I was just wondering…"

He paused before adding:

"You know, when I did rallies with the Wandervogel, I always tried to pair up with those who knew the terrain well. That way, we’d save time."
"Yeah, but here, we don’t even know where we’re going. Or what we’ll be doing."
"True… Anyway, it’s a change from the usual games!"
"It’s going to be awesome, I’m telling you."

Then, throwing an annoyed glance at the manor’s entrance:

"Come on already! Are they reciting a sermon or what?!"

Ten Minutes Later

The two "Jugends" stood at attention in the Oberleutnant’s office, focused and eager to hear the next instructions.

"At ease!"

They slightly spread their feet apart and clasped their hands behind their backs, eyes fixed on the officer who scrutinized them with sharp attention.

"Your outfits… Mmm…"

He lingered on Klein, nodding slowly with apparent approval.

"Not bad… You really look like a local kid. What are you wearing underneath?"

Klein blinked, caught off guard by the question.

"Uh… under the shorts? My… my underwear, mein Oberleutnant."
"The one you usually wear?"
"Ja."
"Nein!"

The Oberleutnant gestured toward the basket of old clothes they had already rummaged through earlier.

"Look in there. I don’t want you wearing anything that could betray you. Your underwear is new, I assume?"
"Uh… yes… well, from this year."
"That confirms my thoughts. Find one that’s worn out. Even if it’s in bad shape, that’s even better."
"Ja voll, mein Oberleutnant!"

The officer turned to Eiseinmann.

"Your turn. What are you wearing underneath?"
"The underwear I’ve had since the start of camp, mein Oberleutnant."

The Oberleutnant observed him for a moment before ordering:

"For you, better to wear nothing under the shirt. If I recall correctly, the one I gave you is the same type as those worn even at night, isn’t it?"
"Ja, mein Oberleutnant!"
"Good. It will seem more natural this way."

He took two steps back, examining them critically before nodding.

"Tomorrow, you will have a heavy responsibility. Not only must you successfully complete your mission, but you will also be responsible for your teammate’s life."

A heavy silence filled the room as he studied them one by one.

"If any of you feel the burden is too much, now is the time to speak."

The boys exchanged a quick glance before returning their gaze to the officer.

"Nein, mein Oberleutnant!"

A fleeting smile crossed the Oberleutnant’s face.

"Perfekt."

He crossed his arms before announcing:

"You will receive your orders tomorrow morning after breakfast. You may leave. Dinner is in half an hour. No need to change, except for what I asked you to adjust."

The boys saluted with discipline before leaving the room. As they closed the door behind them, a shiver of excitement and anticipation ran through Klein. What would happen tomorrow? A real mission… at last!

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Stories posted in this category are works of fiction. Names, places, characters, events, and incidents are created by the authors' imaginations or are used fictitiously. Any resemblances to actual persons (living or dead), organizations, companies, events, or locales are entirely coincidental.
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