You were laying flat on your back, dusty and looking into his piercing eyes. He slowly leaned over you and squinted. "Late. Looks like your first day will be tough. I hope you heard everything I said, because I'm not repeating it."

He shoved his hand towards you so you could grab it. You reached for it and he helped you up. You could've sworn you saw his face soften, but it still remained a mystery.

"Ok. Today is obviously all of your first days, since you're stationed here with me. Get all of your stuff and make up your rooms. Go, to your tents. Meet back here in 20," he said, pointing to the tents.

Then he faced you and moved into a more personal level. "Why are you late?"

You shuffled your feet and looked down in embarrassment. "I didn't remember what today was. Plus, I love further away..."

He sighed deeply and breathed in your face, on accident because you're a bit shorter than him. "If you make a mistake like that again, your going to be relieved of several activities that they will participate in. Do I make myself clear?"

You sighed and shook your head. "Ahem?" You looked up at him and he motioned for you to speak. "Yes, sir."
"That's more like it. And don't fret. If you want..I can take you home.." He mumbled the last part and you smirked.

"That sounds good." You smiled at him and he did also, before you walked past him to your tent. "Don't tell anyone, but I think you're my favorite. I'll keep a close eye on you....Cadet."

You stopped with your back facing him and blushed. He chuckled and whispered in your ear. "Run along now, or you'll get detention. Military style." Without warning he smacked your butt and you jumped.

"Alright, alright. Yes, sir. But don't scare me like that." You said to him and laughed lightly. You made your way to the tent and let out a sight of relief.

What is up with him? You giggled and began making up your room.

| to be continued... |