{"id":21015,"date":"2023-06-06T08:00:52","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T15:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sylumclan.com\/sylumblog\/?p=21015"},"modified":"2023-05-22T22:56:51","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T05:56:51","slug":"sylum-teaser-kitchen-angels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sylumclan.com\/sylumblog\/sylum-teaser-kitchen-angels\/","title":{"rendered":"Sylum Teaser: Kitchen Angels"},"content":{"rendered":"

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So this is a teaser from a major story that is being worked on (in between all the other stories being worked on – the main one being Family … YES I’m actually working on it)<\/span><\/p>\n

Anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n

The reason it’s posting today is because it associates with D-Day.\u00a0 \u00a0If you read Assassins Creed: Masyaf you’ve been introduced to Matt – this is some of his back story.<\/span><\/p>\n

Author’s Note<\/strong>:\u00a0 This is only a small moment of the Normandy landings.\u00a0 \u00a0Respect to all those men who landed on the beaches, for those who lost and those who continued the fight.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Matt sent off a letter to the Rookery, he just needed to get some thoughts down and make sure Richard knew he was thinking of him.\u00a0 Of course he hadn’t addressed it to Richard, instead used R, in case anyone read it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The amount of people around him was overwhelming, and they were so fucking young. \u00a0 He had just turned twenty-eight and felt old.\u00a0 The night before they were to report to the docks, to prepare to cross the channel, he finally put to good use the one thing his Sire did teach him.\u00a0 So he found himself a hooker, paid her well, had her against a wall drunk enough to get him by and her off. \u00a0 It was the easiest money she made, and he at least felt somewhat better.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

He wasn’t a very religious man, as a family they went to church on Sundays. \u00a0 He took to heart, to be a good person, do no harm, basically don’t be an asshole. \u00a0 His dad found comfort in the church after mom had died, which worried him about how he was going to feel about the changes to his son.\u00a0 He shook his head, this wasn’t what he needed to focus on.<\/span><\/p>\n

He needed his head in the moment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prepared to do whatever he had to, to survive.<\/span><\/p>\n

To get home to Richard.<\/span><\/p>\n

The one thing he should’ve asked Richard before he left, was how to deal with a moving boat.\u00a0 Before he came across via transport ship to England, the biggest thing he had ever been on was a rowboat. \u00a0 When he had been on the transport ship, he stood on the deck, looking out towards the horizon with the air in his face, helped calm down sickness and keep his ‘sea’ legs.<\/span><\/p>\n

But the landing crafts were small, cramped, with the bulkheads above their heads, and stuffed with men.\u00a0 Plus, it was dark, there was no light or reference point.\u00a0 The only thing he could do was lean against the metal, which was wet and cold.\u00a0 He moved with the rocking, letting his body roll with the motion, not fight against it.\u00a0 He already dialed down his sense of smell.\u00a0 It had become too much between the overpowering stench of fish and ocean, then the moment the landing craft started making the journey across the men started throwing up, from a combination of anticipation, fear, and sea sickness. \u00a0 He was barely holding back the very little he was able to get down earlier that night.<\/span><\/p>\n

“It’s a nice night for sailing.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Matt glanced over at the older General that stood with the men, though it was likely due to his Vampire sight, that he was able to focus on any of the men near him.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When they were loading up, he had moved among the men, patting shoulders, fixing straps, and giving the encouraging word. \u00a0 Matt had watched with a sense of disconnect. \u00a0 He thought it was nice of the General to talk to the men, on the other side, words meant nothing. \u00a0 As they lined up into two by two, he was surprised to see the General step in at the last moment, taking the spot directly across from Matt.\u00a0 No one said anything, likely not sure what to say.\u00a0 Everyone knew the Generals would be coming in with the support staff, this was a young man’s war.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“I can toss a fishing line over the side, see if we can get some fresh fish for breakfast.”\u00a0 Matt muttered, thinking Richard would’ve likely done that.\u00a0 He would’ve had at least three lines over the back or better yet a net.<\/span><\/p>\n

The laugh was comforting, yet felt so out of place.\u00a0 “Young man, yes you, the one who looked like he just had his first shave.”\u00a0 The soldier startled slightly at being addressed by such a high ranking officer.\u00a0 “What’s your name?”<\/span><\/p>\n

“James, sir. James Bury, sir.”\u00a0 His voice squeaked.\u00a0 The kid barely looked eighteen, and was terrified.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

They all were.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Where are you from, boy?”\u00a0 The General asked, totally at ease with the situation they were in.\u00a0 Hell maybe being on a boat heading to enemy shores wasn’t new or frightening to the General.<\/span><\/p>\n

He was sure everyone was looking in the direction where the General was located, and all of them thought he was insane, which maybe he was.\u00a0 As far as Matt was concerned as long as he didn’t get anyone killed, he really didn’t care.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Los Angeles, sir.”\u00a0 James kept his voice soft, no one wanted to alert the Germans of their approach.\u00a0 “Going to be an actor.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Are you any good?”\u00a0 A nearby soldier asked, a hint of humor in his voice.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Did a few movies when I was a kid.”\u00a0 He shrugged half heartedly.\u00a0 The pack he wore looked like it weighed more than him.\u00a0 “When I get home, should be a set to play a soldier.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“If you can fake your way through this, you’re on the way.”\u00a0 Matt patted him on the shoulder.\u00a0 He sent a prayer to whoever wanted to listen, for the kid to make it through this war.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

“And you?”\u00a0 The General turned towards him.\u00a0 “I know all my Captains and you’re not one of them.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Matthew Thompson.”\u00a0 He answered, a dark chuckle escaped.\u00a0 “I pissed off the wrong person.”<\/span><\/p>\n

There were a few snorts, and grumbles from those around him.\u00a0 “Where are you from?”\u00a0 The General continued his line of questioning.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Denver via the South of England.”\u00a0 He answered as he let go of his rifle for a moment to wipe his sweaty hands.\u00a0 “I’m a chippy, was building fake airplanes to distract the Germans.\u00a0 God, I really hoped it worked.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“You’ve gone full native, I bet you got yourself a girl waiting.”\u00a0 One of the soldiers further back called out.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“Let me guess you sweet talked some General’s girl!” Another added, getting a few of them to hoot and holler, before one of the Sergeants shut them up.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Matt blushed slightly, getting a few pats on the shoulder. \u00a0 He sure as hell wasn’t going to tell him, he had a chef waiting for him to come home.\u00a0 And, he honestly still couldn’t figure out what he had done to get singled out, the only thing he could think of was he pissed off one of the General’s he worked with, or showed a high ranking officer up who didn’t appreciate it.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Doesn’t matter now, you’re one of us.”\u00a0 The General clapped him on the back.\u00a0 “I am a firm believer in fate, and I’m sure you’re meant to be with us.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“I didn’t catch your name, sir.”\u00a0 Matt wasn’t sure about fate, only that at the moment, it was a bitch.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Theodore Roosevelt Jr..”\u00a0 He could hear the pride and smile that went along with that announcement.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“Oh, of course.”\u00a0 He shook his head, chuckling softly. “It’s an honor sir.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“The honor is mine.”\u00a0 Teddy focused on the troops.\u00a0 “Men.\u00a0 I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t think we could do this.\u00a0 I know, I’m not my father, but I hope you will stand behind me and we’ll conquer our own Kettle Hill.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Sir.”\u00a0 Matt waited until the men gave a soft cheer to the encouraging words.\u00a0 “Like your father, you lead by example.\u00a0 No other General is out here, but you.”<\/span><\/p>\n

He leaned closer, and with a conspirator whisper most of the men could hear.\u00a0 “I tried to get horses but they wouldn’t let me have them!\u00a0 The nerve.”\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“Good thing sir.”\u00a0 James’ voice was filled with humor. “I’ve never rode a day in my life.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Bullocks! I’ll teach you.”\u00a0 The General gave him a nod, then focused once again on the men.\u00a0 “I have faith in you boys.\u00a0 I know this isn’t going to be easy, war never is, but I’ll do everything in my power to make sure we all make it across that beach.\u00a0 And we’ll chase those Krauts back to Berlin!”<\/span><\/p>\n

Matt could never truly explain what happened when they hit the beach.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The one thing that stuck with him all these years was the complete silence, in that moment just before the gate dropped. \u00a0 It felt as if the world had stopped for those few seconds.\u00a0 He couldn’t hear seagulls, the waves, or even the men moving, it was completely still.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Then the gate dropped and everything rushed at him. \u00a0 The yell of charge from Roosevelt, the feel of the waves on his legs, the sound of bullets hitting the metal on the transport – it was war and he was in the middle of it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As they rushed off the transports straight towards death or glory, it had taken him a moment to realize the buzzing sound he was hearing were bullets. \u00a0 Instinct had him diving to the side, only to be horrified when one of the bullets took out the soldier behind him. \u00a0 The next time, he dragged the guy behind him, along for the ride.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The beach was chaotic, they weren’t where they were supposed to be.\u00a0 They had to shift their perspectives instantly.\u00a0 General Roosevelt barked orders, moved men into positions, kept them as best as he could out of the line of fire.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

He had lost all track of time, what felt like minutes was likely hours.\u00a0 What felt like hours was mere minutes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

They had taken out the first installment, shocking them by coming from the side. \u00a0 He lost his rifle in the middle of the situation, well more like he ran out of bullets then used it as a baseball bat.\u00a0 He took out the first German by slamming it into his stomach, then upwards snapping his neck. \u00a0 When the second rushed he shifted and swung, breaking the guy’s jaw, though it also took out his rifle, cracking it in half.\u00a0 He tossed it to the ground, stole their machine guns.\u00a0 One jammed, but he was able to use the other to take out a group of Germans that were moving towards some of the men. \u00a0 When that was out of bullets he stole their pistols and ran towards the General.<\/span><\/p>\n

Halfway there he found James trapped behind a small barricade, with Germans closing in. \u00a0 Without thinking he screamed and ran straight into the thick of the small battle, emptying the bullets in both pistols. \u00a0 It took James to grab his arm, for him to realize they were all dead.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Matt grabbed James, and ran straight towards Roosevelt, who was camped out under the second installment. \u00a0 The two of them slid next to him, both breathing hard and looked slightly unhinged.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Not a very warm welcome.”\u00a0 Teddy laughed through his own heavy breathing.\u00a0 He glanced over the top of the sand dune, only to duck as bullets sprayed the area.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“It’s just like being at home.”\u00a0 James’ laughter boarded on hysterical.\u00a0 He pulled out a handkerchief and tied it around his arm, the blood had already soaked through the sleeve. \u00a0 “Christmas dinners are the worst.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Matt couldn’t help his own laugh, at the moment ignoring the pain in his leg.\u00a0 He was pretty sure a bullet went through his thigh, when they were halfway up the beach.\u00a0 “You think if we ask them nicely, they’ll let us by?”<\/span><\/p>\n

The three were soon joined by more of the unit.\u00a0 They all had a variety of wounds, yet looked determined.\u00a0 “The first bunker was taken down, but the Krauts destroyed the machine gun so we can’t use it against the second. \u00a0 We got men moving up the side, trying to stay low.\u00a0 Their goal is to toss in a few grenades.” \u00a0 It was one of the other Captains, who was giving the quick update.\u00a0 “The problem, there’s a gunman somewhere above the bunker. \u00a0 He’s making it hard to get closer.”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Anyone got a rifle?”\u00a0 Matt asked, he wasn’t the greatest shot, but this whole time he’d been using his Vampire skills to move quicker, toss grenades further, and maybe he would be able to see the damn shooter better.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“Losing your weapon is how to get oneself killed.”\u00a0 Teddy gave him a disappointed look.<\/span><\/p>\n

“I used it to take out a few Germans.”\u00a0 Matt snarked back as one of the soldiers handed over his.\u00a0 He shifted out of his pack, turned onto his stomach, and used it to balance the muzzle.\u00a0 He took a deep breath, focused his eyesight on the German, it took three shots, but in the end he got him.\u00a0 “That should \u2026”<\/span><\/p>\n

They heard the yell, followed quickly by a few explosions.\u00a0 They looked over as a team of soldiers ran for the now smoking bunker, and took their prize. \u00a0 “Who knew deer hunting would come in handy, in the middle of war.”\u00a0 Matt flipped around, letting his back rest against the sand, he was exhausted.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Dad always said hunting would make a man out of you.”\u00a0 He patted the Captain’s leg, noticing the rip and bullet hole, yet no blood.\u00a0 “Ever hunt Rhinos?”<\/span><\/p>\n

“Not many of those in Colorado, sir.”\u00a0 Matt closed his eyes, the laughter bubbling up as he realized they had survived at least this particular nightmare.\u00a0 “Well, General, should you go claim the hill?”\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“It’s not my hill to claim.”\u00a0 Roosevelt stood pulling Matt up with him.\u00a0 He looked out across the beach to see the second wave of soldiers make it across the beach, moving past the bunkers chasing after the Germans.\u00a0 “It’s theirs.”<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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