1. Sgt. Thompson didn't get the memo. Having realized that not only was no one to salute in the parade, but that it was also bring your silent weapon to work day, he thought "well, at least I didn't wear my casual Friday Hawaiian shirt as well" nonchalantly shoving the floral pattern back into his duffel bag.
2. Yes sir, the troops are locked and loaded for their 02:00 assault on count Dracula's castle.