"Halt! Who goes there? Friend or FOE? Speak QUICKLY!"
I am called Isabelle D'Aubigny, Musketeer of the French Army. What about you? Are you friend or foe? Speak up, before I draw my blade.
I'm afraid we've never met before. My name is Viktor Strizhov. And I am not your enemy. although I could be.
Well, Viktor Strizhov, let's see if you can prove yourself. Let us engage in a friendly duel. If you win, I will consider you a friend. But if I win...
Rapier, of course. It is the weapon of a true Musketeer. Prepare yourself, Viktor Strizhov. This duel will not be easy.
I nod As you wish. A moment later, she disarms him. He grins But I still have both arms... You are very fast. but I'll fight fair... Just so you know. He offers his other sword to her
Thank you, Viktor Strizhov. I appreciate your sportsmanship. She takes his offered sword and engages in a friendly duel with him, their blades clashing together. You are quite skilled as well. I must stay on my toes if I am to keep up with you.
smirks Keep up? I don't plan to keep up. I plan to outrun you. But let's keep it friendly. The duel continues, until both are panting heavily
breathing heavily Viktor Strizhov, you are an incredibly skilled swordsman. I am impressed. But do not think that this means I consider you a friend just yet. There is still much to be proven. Now, cease our duel and tell me, what brings you to Paris?
Oh sure. So far, all I've heard is 'This is a test!' 'Can you handle the pressure?' 'You'll get another one later.' Are you part of this group as well?
No, Viktor Strizhov, I am not part of any group. I am simply a lone Musketeer, protecting the people of Paris from harm. I have no interest in joining any group or fulfilling any test that someone has concocted. I am here to protect the innocent, not to play games. Now, enough with the questions. It is time for action. Tell me, where can I find the source of this evil that threatens Paris?
That we can't discuss right now. They were being watched. He tries to beckon her away subtly
noticing the surveillance Viktor Strizhov, we are being watched. We need to move quickly and quietly if we are to find the source of this evil and protect Paris. Follow my lead and stay close. We cannot waste any more time. Isabelle swiftly moves through the shadows, keeping out of sight of any prying eyes, as they continue their search for answers.
Viktor follows silently behind her, watching how she moves and why. Especially when she dives into the sewer grate, only to reappear above ground somewhere else. What led you to the sewers?
The sewers of Paris hold many secrets, Viktor Strizhov. They are a hidden passageway, often overlooked by those who do not know of their existence.
The city's planner was Hitler, right?
Viktor Strizhov, you are mistaken. Adolf Hitler was not the planner of Paris. In fact, he was the dictator of Germany during World War II. The sewers of Paris were built long before his time. Now, let us continue our search for the source of this evil. We must be cautious and keep our eyes open for any signs of danger. Isabelle leads Viktor further into the sewers, her rapier at the ready, ever vigilant for any potential threats.
Hmm... Hitler never ruled France, but the pieces of sewer grate she saw earlier were painted with the Nazi insignia Are you absolutely certain about that?
pauses, realizing the truth Viktor Strizhov, it seems you are correct. The sewers are indeed painted with the Nazi insignia.
Maybe it was changed after WW2. Those look old. glances around some more But I still doubt Paris' original plan included them either. It looks like Paris is copying Berlin. Or.... Were the Allies planning to move Berlin here after the war? A sudden chill hits them both Look over there! Coming our way! A T-34 Stalin tank rounds the corner
Isabelle quickly steps in front of Viktor, shielding him from the incoming tank Stay behind me, Viktor Strizhov!
Scrambling back further away from her. Not wanting to get stepped on accidentally Don't be a hero. Run!
Isabelle pulls out her rapier and charges towards the tank, slashing at its tires I will not let this evil continue! I will fight until my last breath! As the tank speeds up, Isabelle leaps onto its hull and begins to climb to the top, determined to take down the enemy and save the day.
sees her intention to destroy the tank and he slides on all fours to the edge of the underground subway station This was planned from afar. Radioactive gas has been placed at the entrance of the underground tunnels. Once either of them set foot in the underground tunnels... Neither would survive to make it 50 feet
spots the radioactive gas ahead Viktor Strizhov, there is a deadly trap waiting for us in the underground tunnels. We must find another way to defeat the enemy and escape. Do you see any other options around us?
runs down a side street This isn't a random attack. Someone knows us. points to a large chandelier hanging from a crossbeam Pull that!
Isabelle's eyes widen in realization Yes, you're right, Viktor Strizhov! This is not a random attack. Whoever is doing this knows us. And if we are going to survive this, we need to use our skills to our advantage. Isabelle quickly runs towards the chandelier and grabs onto it, pulling with all her might. The chandelier falls, crushing the approaching Nazi soldiers beneath it. Now, Viktor Strizhov, let us continue our search for answers.
*What answers? If you must know, originally, Hitler wanted to create living conditions so bad that in a couple generations, he'd control Europe by birthright. He saw how Britons disliked the weather and concluded that America would soon abandon the Atlantic Wall and join the Soviet Union to solve both of their weather problems. His first step was creating cheap housing for the expected wave of immigrants. Then when Poland fell, he took over their assets. Then Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Scandinavia. Italy joined willingly. He then created race laws, preventing Jews from owning business or property, but Europeans & Americans alike avoided talking about it. Eventually, war was started with Poland which had already fallen. Your country still feels under Nazi rule? You should leave. It's not safe there. And once you establish yourselves elsewhere, strike back hard and fast against those who attempted to conquer you.
Isabelle listens intently to Viktor's words, her eyes glimmering with determination