He walked to the pantry while they continued with their discussions.“What is your name, Cadet?”“My name is Samuel, Your Excellency.”“Fine name. What about your brother?”“His name is Gerald.”“Good. How old are you?”“I'm sixteen years old.”“Ha! Sixteen years? And you were on a suicide mission because of your brother-in-law?”Samuel looked down and he encouraged him, “Don't be shy. That is one of the attributes of a soldier. Dying for a good course.”“Thank you for the compliment.”“You are welcome. Keep it up.”“I will.”While they were discussing, Gerald returned with four cups of tea and His Excellency studied his service.“Have you worked before, Gerald?”“Not at all, Your Excellency,” he answered and took his seat.“That is interesting. How do you intend to spend your months' holidays?”“I would not mind a part-time job if I see one.”“That is good,” he said and faced Tim.“What are your plans for him?” He asked.“I have not given it a thought,” he declared at once.“It's OK.
George was emotionally moved. Tim noticed it but waited for his input.Afterward, he spoke, “We are lucky not to be in his shoes. Anyone can be a victim of a misguided decision.”“You are right. What do you think? It may be difficult to get a buyer for a car that must have been stolen.”“You are right. Otherwise, I would have asked the Accountant to auction it.”“That may take long. He needs the money urgently.”“Urgently? Why?”“He wished to donate it to the orphanage to support the upcoming anniversary.”“That is a big one. Can we buy it? I think we are the only ones who can buy it within a short notice.”“You are right. I will ask Richard to inform him tomorrow.”While they were discussing, the war news came up and they paused. They saw the Field Marshal giving a real fire and brimstone threat.“When Kings Land sneezes, the world catches cold and Oregany goes into hiding. We have come to occupy your land and there is no going back. You signed a treaty with our ancestors and the tre
At The Mining FieldsTim decided to work from home. For that, Richard and another soldier went to the complex and picked Valentine up. He was disillusioned with the arrangement and did not believe that the Major had not planned to kill him on the way. If only he was aware that Tim, whom he believed was on his side was more dangerous than Richard, he would have calmed down.“What of the driver?” He asked after a long silence.Richard just realized the impact that Tim's absence had on him and allayed his fears.“He is busy with other things. You will meet the Boss for the payment of your car today.”He cheered up a bit and asked, “So soon? Who is the buyer?”“The company.”“Ha. Does Sgt. Young approve of it?”“Who else would have done that?”“Oh, my God. Does he like me? I mean has he forgiven me?”Richard ignored him and drove on. Nevertheless, Valentine decided to maintain his limit. Shortly, they were at the field.With the lunch, they would work until the close of work.At Tim's Hou
At Tim's HouseHe was discussing with the Second in Command on the Anniversary which will come up a few weeks from then. They agreed that he would visit the orphanage and put a finishing touch to the preparation. “I got you, Your Excellency. There is another development,” he informed him.“Really? Let's hear it please.”“My boy had an encounter with a criminal and ….”The Second in Command was listening attentively and was glad that the story ended in repentance.“His repentance is the best that would happen to him otherwise, he would have been in for it.”“You are right. He is with the miners at the field and happy to do a legitimate job for the first time in his life.”“That is good to hear. We can fish out other criminals through him.”“That is my plan. Meanwhile, he planned to sell his car and donate the money to the orphanage.”“Wow! I hope he is not trying to deceive you with this gesture.”“Well. He will only have himself to blame. I have my eyes on him.”“It is all right,” he
The phone's speaker was not on but Samuel heard enough to know that George was controlling the affairs of the organization with military precision.“I want to be like George when I grow up, Brother-in-law,” he declared confidently and Tim was flabbergasted.“Why did you say that?” He looked into his eyes and asked.“He is intrepid - not afraid of anything.”“I like that. You will be the bravest soldier of your time.”“Thank you, Brother-in-law. I will not let you down.”At that moment, his phone beeped, and he looked at it. He smiled softly when he noticed that it was a message from George. He punched on it immediately and was wowed by the pictures.At The ComplexGeorge did not know that the few seconds of discussion he had with Gen. Awe was a potion of courage - an overdose at that. It had opened a canworm and complicated things for the Field Marshal. He was searching the television channels to see the General's broadcast when the General Manager and the Sales Manager walked in with
Tim was engrossed in watching the lovebirds in the garden. Although he could not hear them he could see the dreamy state of their eyes. He was distraught when the janitor walked in through the slightly ajar door and distracted them.“I am back, Boss,” he announced dutifully and stretched out the acknowledgment copy.Tim searched his countenance for any clues on Mr. Dickson's reaction when he got the letter but got none.“I see. Who did you give the letter?” He asked and collected the copy.“One of the soldiers said he was sleeping and collected it on behalf of his boss.”He quickly looked at the name and signature of the receiver and recognized him as one of the security guards.“It's okay. You can leave,” he said and the janitor paid obeisance and left.Tim looked at the surveillance again and saw the lovebirds laughing happily and was infested. He laughed too and asked himself, “When did they realize that they love each other?”Now, it was time to leave and the old man walked her t
He opened the door for them and they got out one after the other without appreciation. Nevertheless, they were unaware that he was Sgt. Young until that time.“Good afternoon, Sgt. Young,” the Corporal at the door saluted him, and their eyes beamed in excitement.“Good afternoon,” he returned the salute and walked towards the automatic glass door and his officers followed him.To his surprise, the guests were transfixed.“Kindly come in, Field Marshal,” he turned back and pleaded.Whether they were aware that he slapped Sgt. Young or not, it was late. They feigned boldness, smiled weakly, and followed him. He led them into the hotel lobby and offered them seats.They sat down, appreciated him for the first time but could not take their eyes off him.“How can I slap Sgt. Young who ended Gen. Hanklin's career?” He asked with a low tone and looked at Jerry and his men who were standing aside.“I thought he was the Sales Manager. How come he is not reacting?” the minister asked him and go
“I promised Samuel that I would not go out and leave him alone.”“Wow! Where is he?”“He is sleeping in his room. Let him know that I left because you are around.”“It is all right.”At The Head of State's OfficeGerald was in the Secretary's office when Tim arrived and he greeted him like everyone. He answered them and walked on. After he sat down, the Head listened attentively to his story and thereafter, he asked, “Are you saying that they are in Canterbury?”“Yes, Your Excellency. Do you wish to see him?”“Not even my shadow will grant him that honor. Let me get the Second in Command,” he said and dialed his numberHe arrived after a few minutes and was surprised to see Tim. He stood up and saluted him. Likewise, he returned the salute and they sat down.“I'm here, Your Excellency," he faced him and stated.“Yes. Tim brought a disturbing report and I would like you to hear it.”The Second in Command faced Tim and he narrated the story once again.“Why are some Heads of State stupi
"I hope she is all right," he said and was restless.Before Tim walked to the foyer, he remembered Dale's summons to Richard's wife. He looked at his time and mumbled, "I would like to be there."He walked to his room and before he settled down, he heard a knock on the door."Come in, the door is not locked," he said, and George walked in with his stoic face."What is the matter. You scared the farmers away with your look," he made clear to him.He smiled weakly and asked him, "Did I? Miss Dickson attacked her colleague and injured her."Tim furrowed and dismissed him, "I have a meeting with Dale. We will talk about it when I return.""I got it, Boss," he said and returned to his room.Tim lay on the bed, breathed heavily, and asked himself, "What is wrong with this girl? Sacking her would not favor me otherwise, I would have done that."He thought for a while and resolved, "I know what to do?"Likewise, he rested for a while and got up. At that time, he heard Richard's car and tried
To Valentine, Tim may sound boastful but Ambrose knew better. "What do you think, Ambrose? Do we employ another person for that?" Richard asked him."No, Major. I can handle it."He faced Tim, smiled, and undertook, "I got it, Boss. We won't let the Third in Command down.""If you say so.""That is good to hear. Let's see the farmers," Richard said and moved.They followed him at once and walked to the farm. Since the incident of Monday, the farmers had not seen Tim and Richard. They stopped work when they saw them and greeted them accordingly."Good afternoon to you all," they responded simultaneously.Tim stepped aside and Richard addressed them, "Thank you all for your patience."Meanwhile, George, the General Manager, and the team arrived and parked beside the clunker. They got out of the car immediately and George tried to walk to the estate."They are at the farm, Major," one of the security guards informed him after the salutations."Thank you for informing me," he said and mo
At The Complex At lunch, Laura was not back, and Barbara took the initiative. She informed the Corporal of her intentions to be away for lunch and left. She returned at once with her packed food and ate in the cubicle. George and Bright met the General Manager in the elevator and informed him of the arrival of the machines."That is good to hear. I would love to see them. Or what do you think?""I planned to visit there after lunch. We can go together then," he declared.Now, the elevator door opened and they walked out."That is better," the General Manager said and they walked on.Soon, they were at the canteen. They had the meal happily and avoided discussing their proposed visit to the mining field. Their reasons were simple - to avoid luring the other managers from volunteering to come with them. Afterward, they returned to their offices and hoped to leave at 2 PM.Nevertheless, the exhausted Laura returned a few minutes before 2 PM. As for lunch, she was aware that she had miss
At Mount Olive "Kindly get your attorney, Young lady," the officer advised Laura."I was wrong, Officer. I shouldn't have missed my way," she declared, concealing her motive for visiting the palace.The officer pouted, gave her the statement paper, and said, "Write all you could remember about the incident here."Now, she was conscious of her office and afraid that she might be too late to work. She looked at the time and it was a few minutes before 9 AM.'Barbara would be happy to see me punished if I am late to work,' she lamented and began to write her statement quickly."I'm through, Officer," she showed her the statement and announced.She collected it, looked through it, and informed her, "The DPO is in a meeting. I will submit it to him after that."Instantly, she began to fidget and asked her, "Huh! When will that be? I should be in my office."She paid no heed to her question and simply said, "Kindly wait at the reception.""Hey! I'm in trouble," she exclaimed, got up and w
She saw herself walking into the palace and was covered with sweat immediately. The officer was calm and watching the television as well. She switched her look from the television to the officer. When she got to the point, she said, 'I'm in the wrong place,' she looked down and pursed her lips to suppress her nervousness.'Ella must have done this. The Duke does not know my house and could not have gotten my address,' she thought.The officer picked up her form and looked at it. Without any signs of anger, she said, "Your workplace on the form is different from what you said in the footage."'Why can't I get it right? Why can't I get what I want?' she asked herself in low spirits."Did you get my question?" The officer asked her when she failed to answer her."I apologize, officer. We can talk it over," she pleaded, hoping to bribe her.At Tim's House "Just calm down. Everything will be sorted out shortly," Tim advised Richard and they began to wait."Do you mind breakfast?" Tim off
At Richard's House "Hello, Boss," he picked up the call and greeted him."How did it go?""She was stained with blood and her face swollen," he explained.Tim was disoriented and asked him immediately, "Was she attacked?""I wouldn't know. She said that she should have known that my mistress and I wished to kill her. I don't know where all these remarks are coming from.""Relax. Okay?" Tim pacified him when he observed from his tone that he was about to break down."Just hang on until morning. I will inform Dale. He would look into the matter. I guess she fell out with her instructors.""I'm worried that she must be starving," he pointed out with concern."You are right. Where is she?""She has locked herself in the room and crying profusely.""Ha! She even needs first aid.""That's is my concern. Oh, my God!""She will be fine. Let's talk in the morning. Okay?""It's okay, Boss. I apologize for bothering you.""Think nothing about it. Good night.""Thank you for your concern. Good n
At Tim's House He was working in the basement when George returned and joined him. "Welcome back," he said after the salutations."Thank you, Boss. Savannah has sent their order.""Yes.""I hope there is no problem.""He said that South Coast wished to attack them through a smaller nation.""Ha! Have they not learned their lessons?""They will do that this time," he responded confidently.They worked until 6 PM and left for their rooms to get some rest before dinner. At The Dining Table Tim discovered that the meal was for three people and was surprised. He called Sheldon at once. When he arrived, he asked him about the owner of the third dish."The major is still around. I thought you were having dinner with him," he explained.He furrowed and looked at George who confirmed that he saw his car when he returned."I thought he had gone," he said and walked out of the parlor at once.He got to his office and was surprised to see a dejected Richard lost in thought. He was seeing him
At The Taxi Driver's HouseAfter he was settled, Michael assigned some soldiers to take him to Bournemouth to get his car. He was hearing for the first time that he was once admitted to the hospital. He walked in to appreciate them and was surprised to see Dr. Rochford."Did you come to see someone, Doctor?" He asked him after the greetings."No. This is my hospital. I was at the State House Hospital because of you.""Wow! I can't thank you enough.""You are welcome," he answered him.He gave him his car keys and watched him as he got in. He turned on his ignition and smiled when it could not come up. As a result of not using it for long, it had gathered moisture which led to corrosion. Also, the fuel had degraded.He got out of the car and said, "I will get a technician to look at it. The fuel needs to be siphoned out.""It is expected," Dr. Rochford explained.Afterward, the soldiers took him to his house and his family members were delighted to see him. However, his girlfriend had
At Mount Olive As the old man discussed with Duke Ephraim, he informed the Head of The Duke Council of his proposed wedding, and he was excited. He took over the leadership of the Council three years ago and was neither his friend nor enemy. He was at the installation ceremony but chose to be quiet especially when he was not recognized. Now, he had to be a good leader, and I initiated calling him.The old man frowned his face when his phone rang and he saw the caller. Ella noticed it and focused on him."Excuse me," he said and picked up the call."Hello, Duke Matthew. I am delighted to hear from you," he greeted him with a sad demeanor."Hello, Duke Oliver. How are you?" He inquired with genuine interest."I'm fine. And you?""I am good. I got your message.""That is good. Kindly inform my fellow Dukes.""I see. But I can't find the details in your message.""You are right. It is just information and not an invitation," he clarified.Presently, the Duke was at a loss. He did not wis