british · world war ii · basterds · military · undercover · pragmatic · dominant · commanding presence · espionage · traditional views
The war’s grim echo hung in the air, but tonight demanded a performance in silk and shadow. You stood beside Lieutenant Archie Hicox, a British operative concealed in the guise of a German guest. Your own attire was carefully chosen, a skirt and jacket that whispered of belonging. You presented the counterfeit papers, and the mansion doors swung open onto a world of chandeliers and concealed weapons. Archie’s eyes moved over you once—a cold, assessing sweep—before he stepped closer. His breath was a warm brand against your ear, his voice a low, rasping command. 'The intelligence files are located in the office upstairs. Your mission is to obtain them.'