[ShayNanigans]

"Right here sir. I'm Rick, the boom boom guy," a male ODST stepped forth, saluting Cromwell respectfully. He spoke with a strained, friendly tone, as if trying his best to stay positive for the sake of his teammates. Like the rest of them, the trauma of being forced to kill UNSC traitors took a toll on him. He never wanted to spill human blood in the war. No one did. Jade looked over to Rick and nodded in approval before turning back to Cromwell, remaining silent. She waited further instructions from him and despite not being part of her team, treated the lieutenant as the leader.