ALPHA ZULU 69 MEMOIRES

 

Chapter 109 – Goodbye My Old Friend

 

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PRIMARY CHARACTERS:

 

Adrian Johnson: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

Aiden McIntyre-Worthington: Son of Liam McIntyre and Adopted son of Luke Worthington

Alex Meat-Goodman: Adopted Son of Doug Meat and Steven Goodman

Alexander Malinois: Master Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog

Andrew & Jeremy Allen: Adopted sons of Mason Allen and Jason Vance

Ariel "Ari" Rebel: Captain, Israel Defense Force (Mossad Kidon)

Billy Bob Vance: Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog Handler

Bob Jones: Four Star General, U.S. Army (Base Commander Fort Connor)

Caleb Afolabi: Major General (2 Star), U.S. Army – Fort Connor Adjutant

Carlos Martinez: Adolescent son of Juan Martinez and Roger DeSoto

Connor Best-Mann: Adopted son of Randy Best and Adam Mann

Dale Gordon Longdick Allman: Adopted Son of Matt Longdick and Jason Allman

Danny Henry: Four Star Brigadier U.S. Army (Base Commander Fort Connor)

Date Masamune: Colonel, U.S. Army – Protector of David Longdick-Allman

David Longdick-Allman: Son of Matt Longdick and Jason Allman

Dillion Dwight: General (4 star), U.S. Army – Medical Director of Fort Connor

Duke Stone III: General (4 Star), U.S. Army – Protector of Dale Gordon Longdick-Allman

Frazer Sullivan: One Star Brigadier General, U.S. Army (Human Resources for Fort Connor Alpha Zulu 69)

Gerald Isaac: Captain, U.S. Army – Security for Tommy Longdick-Allman

Hank Henry-Jones: Adopted Son of Bob Jones & Danny Henry

Hachiman Kanmu, Colonel, U.S. Army – Protector of Hikaru Jansson-Winter Masamune Yasumori

Hayao Kinugasa, Major: U.S. Army (Aide to General Meat and General Goodman)

Hikaru Jansson-Winter Masamune Yasumori: Son of Hito Janson-Winter Masamune and Jimmy Yasumori

Hito Jansson-Winter: Son of David Jansson-Winter and Date Masamune

Jacob, David & Uri Leib: Wards of Luke & John Worthington (Israeli Nationals)

James "Jimmy" Yasumori: Captain, U.S. Army – Protector of Hikaru Longdick-Allman Masamune

Jamie Bob Vance: Love of Aiden McIntyre

Jamison Miller: One Star Brigadier General, U.S. Army (Human Resources for Worthington Executive Security)

Jason Bob Vance: (Brother of Billy Bob Vance and partner of Mason Allen)

John Worthington: COO R&D of Worthington Industries

Juan Martinez: Major (2 star) General, U.S. Army – Security for Mario Garcia

Juaquin "Jay" de Vázquez: Son of Manual de Vázquez

Lars Alison: Major General (2 Star), U.S. Army – Deputy Base Command, Fort Connor

Logan Worthington: Biological Son of Luke Worthington

Lucas Daniel Fairbairn: Captain, U.S. Army – Protector of Michael "Allen" Roberts

Luke Worthington: CEO of Worthington Industries

Manuel de Vázquez: Physicist/Engineer - Worthington Industries

Mario "Mani" Garcia: Son of the President of Mexico (Adopted son of Juan Martinez and Roger DeSoto)

Mark Roberts: Captain, U.S. Army – Security for Bobby Longdick-Allman

Maximillian (Max) Malinois: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog

Michael "Allen" Roberts: Adopted Son of Matt Longdick and Jason Allman

Napoleon Malinois: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog

Noah Meat-Goodman: Adopted Son of Doug Meat and Steven Goodman

Randall Masters: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

Randy Johnson: Captain, U.S. Army – Security for Shawn LongDick-Allman

Rod Jackson: Lieutentant General (3 Star), U.S. Army – Base Commander of Fort Connor

Rod LittleFeather: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog Handler

Roger DeSoto: Major (2 star) General, U.S. Army – Security for Mario Garcia

Steven Douglas Worthington: (aka S.D.) (Adopted sons of Robert Allen Gregory and R.A. Worthington)

Taylor and Tyler Worthington: (aka T&T) (Adopted sons of Logan Worthington and Alex Meat-Goodman)

Wilhelm "Willy" Rogers: Colonel, U.S. Army – Protector of Larry Winter-Jannson

Yuuto Meat-Goodman Kinugasa: Adopted Son of Noah Meat-Goodman and Hayao Kinugasa

 

"Angus" (Name Classified): (Son of a domestic terrorist in protective custody at Fort Connor)

"Biff" Jones (Name Classified): (Son of POTUS and guest in residence at Fort Connor)

 

*Adam Mann: Four Star General, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Anthony Caruso: Four Star General, U.S. Army (Base Commander of Fort Connor)

*Beauty Malinois: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog

*Connor Williams: Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 (Deceased lover of Doug Meat)

*Doug Meat: Six Star General of the Armies U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Gloria Worthington: aka "Mama Bear" Board Chair of Worthington Industries (a major multi-national defense contractor)

*Harold Manfred, Captain: U.S. Army – Protector of David Longdick-Allman

*Jason Allman: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Jax Arthur King: Colonel, U.S. Army - Security for Shawn Longdick-Allman

*Liam McIntyre: CFO Worthington Industries & Partner of Luke Worthington

*Magnus Savage: Colonel, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69 Medical Trauma Surgon

*Mason Allen: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Matt Longdick Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Oliver Winter: Six Star General, U.S. Army – Adjutant for Generals LongDick and Allman

*Randy Adam "RA" Worthington: Adopted son of Connor Best-Mann & John Worthington

*Randy Best: Four Star General, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Robert Allen Gregory, Four Star General, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Robert Manning, Captain: U.S. Army (Aide to General Meat and General Goodman)

*Robert Masters: Major General, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu Security

*Steven Goodman: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army – Alpha Zulu 69

*Viktor Jannson: Six Star General, U.S. Army – Adjutant for Generals LongDick and Allman

 

*=Gone but not forgotten

 

 

I was sitting with General Date and David in his office when OPS announces an urgent secure video call from Mossad Headquarters General Arial Rebel... Date and David looked at each other and commented that was a name they hadn't heard in a while. "SEND HIM THROUGH!" "Ari, I hope this is a social call?"

 

From the grim look on his face I knew better. Ari only commented: "I wish it was also." "We have double confirmation of an attack upon Fort Connor within the next 48 hours." "You didn't hear this from me but be prepared for anything and everything!" "Be Safe my friends." DISCONNECT!

 

Date and David gave me the thumbnail version story of Ari and his relationship with Fort Connor. We need to give his information some validity. Date commented his recommendation was to put Fort Connor on HIGH ALERT till we can sort this out, 72 hours just to be safe.

 

I knew the soldiers would grumble about sleeping in their BDUs fully armed ready to respond to an alert but it beats ending up dead and buried. Mossad and Alpha Zulu had a long and tenuous history but Ari had always been a friend and the Leib children were engrained in the military and politics of Israel.

 

Mama Bear had been the salvation of Israel in the last war so to say they owed Alpha Zulu was an understatement. Everything said, Ari was our friend even if he was the head of Mossad.

 

I briefed SecDef and asked him to pass it onto POTUS. If he could provide us with some "high cover", an AWAC, or even a few destroyers cruising around would help greatly. I was surprised when SecDef said he'd have an AirCraft Carrier Battle Group headed our way within 24 hours.

 

As much as I didn't want to put anyone at Fort Connor at risk, I would be doing a lot of explaining if nothing happened. (I should be so lucky.)

 

The imps were after my head when I told all of them they were in lockdown in the bunker till further notice. I know I didn't want to hear what they were muttering as they walked away to gather what they considered necessities to take with them to survive. Survive is exactly the goal. There bunker is more secure than the White House. They can say all the evil things they want to about me just so they live long enough to admit I was right.

 

I advised OPS this was not the time to hesitate to call an ALERT... when in doubt sound an ALERT! I would be sleeping in the bunker with 1st Sergeant LittleFeather and 1st. Sergeant Napoleon. Randy would be out and about keeping the morale high and letting the men know their leaders were with them.

 

Date and his staff would coordinate with SecDef and the Pentagon. David (however stupid) refused to leave the side of his partner.

 

Jimmy, Hito, Haciman and Hikaru received orders to be locked down in the bunker. We had too many Generals on this base and no one was taking any chances of losing all of us.

 

It was a moonless night and we could hear the destroyers firing off their main gun at something and we could only assume it was headed our way. OPS almost immediately announced an ALERT... Multiple Incursion, Airborne, high speed boats and we appear to also have a halo drop. (Damn, I owe Ari a case of scotch!)

 

The planes had anti-missile technology and avoided our sidewinder and ground to air missiles as well as everything the Navy Jets shot at them. It was up to our men at the air strip now to neutralize them. High speed Cigar Boats started lobbing Mortars at us and then beached themselves and proceeded to attempt to breach our defenses. The Saw, the Mini Gun and Uzi's combined with the trained men neutralized them with no one in Alpha Zulu being injured.

 

I was never happier to have my predecessors requisition an additional SAW and Mini Gun because tonight we definitely needed every gun on base being in action. The plane crash landed on our air strip and then their forces exited with a mass of automatic rifle fire. It was impressive but couldn't compare to the firepower of our SAW and Mini Gun. Combined with the Uzi's of our men the intruders were quickly neutralized.

 

Date had reviewed the history of Fort Connor and knew Connor Williams (Who Fort Connor was named after) lost his life due to a Halo Jump Intrusion. Date immediately activated the "Connor" protector and ordered him to find the Halo Jumper and neutralize it.

 

The base was dead quiet when suddenly one shot rang out and then the screaming voice came across our coms MAN DOWN, IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REQUIRED! I was in panic mode not knowing what was happening and the rest of the adults in the bunker wanted to break out and assist. I had 1st Sergeant LittleFeather station Napoleon at the door and no one was getting close to the security key pad without feeling the wraith of our furry mooch and his fangs.

 

Doc reached the scene within minutes. It would take hours for the full story to unfold but a bullet from the intruder hit our Chaplain in the neck and he bleed out before Doc ever got to him. The intruder suddenly vanished and was never seen again.

 

As all the details were obtained it appears the Chaplain saw the intruder drawing down on one of our soldier, knocked the soldier out of the line of fire only to be struck himself. All Doc could do is hold the hand of his good friend and say goodbye. Doc was in shock as a glowing aura opening appeared and a young boy walked through it, took the Chaplain's hand and the apparition of the Chaplain accompanied the boy back into the light. Our friend was now in the loving hands of God's and his assistant Roger.

 

Now, the most difficult task of the evening... telling the Chaplains partner that we lost him. We all knew it was a risk of the job but that still doesn't make it any easier to accept. We removed him from duty, confiscated his weapons and put him on a suicide watch till further notice. To say every man of Alpha Zulu was traumatized at the loss was an understatement.

 

Date and Randy asked if I could join them in our secure residence. We now had to admit the loss of our beloved Chaplain to both SecDef and POTUS, both of which would be out for blood. POTUS told Date he would appreciate both Date and his partner to be in the Oval Office as early as possible tomorrow. POTUS would adjust his schedule to our arrival.

 

Date and David flew out of Fort Connor before sunrise arriving at Worthington's airstrip with their armored car and security detail waiting. A fast trip to the White House and we arrived before 0800 hours as I sure hope POTUS was an early riser. From the look on his face and the dark circles under his eyes it sure didn't look like he got much sleep.

 

POTUS walked out of the Oval Office and invited us to accompany him to the third floor residence so he could talk freely and he could freshen up for a hectic day. "I need both of you to pull this rabbit out of my hat!" Date, I'd like you to visit Tel Aviv, talk with Ari and find out where his information came from regarding this recent attack. If he is at all reluctant you can threaten him with anything short of an armed attack on Israel. I want to know who is supporting the Knights.

 

David, I want you to stop over in Tokyo on some pretext of looking at a new business venture, talk with your Yakuza contact and tell him to forget anything I told him previously. "Turn loose the hounds of hell" and I'll do my best to protect his people.

 

As much as I hate to do it, we need to keep the Chaplain's funeral low key and out of the media. He deserves much more but I don't need every "hawk" on the hill snarling for blood out of control. When we know who is responsible, I'll use every armament available to put them out of existence.

 

I'm lending you the General's behemoth as soon as you can get a security detail from Fort Connor to Andrews. I would imagine you want to talk with Logan and Alex before you leave so you have a few hours to inform the Worthington Clan. Logan and Alex never stick their head out of their bedroom before 1000 hours any day of the week.

 

Our security detail took us to the Penthouse and we walked down to Logan's suite and kept ringing the doorbell until a semi naked Logan opened the door muttering some most unflattering words. Walking in I told him he needed to get Alex regardless of the condition he was in.

 

Sharing the sad news with my good friend was like a knife to my heart. We held each other and cried together. Date was the reasonable one and mention we needed to get to Andrews or we would be missing OUR flight. I told Logan and Alex there would be no information released regarding the death of the Chaplain till cooler heads prevail. Right now, POTUS is one breath short of declaring a national emergency and calling out all 50 National Guards and implementing Martial Law.

 

Don't ask me where we are going or what we are doing but if we fail a lot of people will die. Say a prayer for us when you say one for the Chaplain.

 

Date's adjutant was smart enough to grab both of our GO BAGS and sent them along with our security detail. Diplomatic passports waited for us on the plane in our secure mail pouch. Ambassadors have been warned to give us full cooperation and don't ask any questions.

 

I explained to our security detail we were on a TOP SECRET mission for POTUS so please don't ask any questions and neither of us will have to lie to you. Just do what you do best and hopefully all of us will return to Fort Connor in a few days.

 

I contacted Ari on Video Com during transit and advised him we were on our way to Telavi. Will you arrange clearance so we can land at a secure military base, one that will have a secure conference room and be waiting when our plane lands. I can't communicate the importance of this trip to you except face to face. Just have air traffic control give our pilots the details when we get in your air space.

 

True to his word Ari was waiting on the landing strip as we taxied to a halt. To say security was tight was an understatement. Snipers on the roof top, security everywhere and the base was armed to the teeth with a multitude of defenses. I was happy Ari wasn't taking this lightly because it made what I had to share with him so much more meaningful.

 

Ari wanted to cry when I told him of the death of our Chaplain. The Chaplain had done so much for his family, he only asked what he could do to help. I first asked without jeopardizing his assets what country was providing the KNIGHTS with their support and military grade weapons. POTUS is ready to bomb them back into the stone age and anyone who stands in his way. Congress doesn't know about the death of the Chaplain and they will want BLOOD when they find out we lost a four star general.

 

Ari returned within the hour with a flash drive stating this will provide you with all the information and proof you need to satisfy the United Nations, NATO or the World Court.

 

I thanked him graciously and told him we were on a multi-nation task for POTUS and we wish we had time to spend with his family. I know how proud he was of them.

 

Our jet was given priority and was immediately routed to Tokyo. The American Ambassador was getting used to us by now and was almost hospitable, ALMOST! I contacted my "back channel" friend and asked if we could meet as soon as possible. It was the highest urgency. He gave me the name of his private club and he would reserve a room for us to enjoy a good meal. Please make sure it is a secure room or we both are going to be in deep shit.

 

I joined the head of the Yakuza promptly on time and bowed respectfully. (Jimmy, Hito and Hikaru had been giving me lessons.) I knew custom dictates to enjoy the meal first and business afterwards. The Saki was excellent and the dishes he recommended from the kitchen were far better than anything served in the states.

 

After an excellent meal which I continually thanked my associate for providing, I said unfortunately it is now time to get to the real reason for this trip. The Knights of the Golden Circle with the support of Arab countries attacked Fort Connor 40 hours ago and our defenses held. Unfortunately, we lost one individual, a four star general who was the base chaplain. He died protecting a soldier. POTUS wants blood and is about 24 hours away from calling out the National Guard and declaring Martial Law. As far as anyone is concerned this is just two businessmen discussing investment opportunities in Japan.

 

POTUS asked me to relay his comment to "TURN LOOSE THE HOUDS OF HELL" and he will do everything possible to protect your people. The Knights have to be eliminated. Rising and bowing respectfully our meeting was concluded.

 

We were back in the air headed non-stop to Washington (Thank God for mid-air refueling). I advised POTUS of our estimated time of arrival and asked if he would have SecDef meet us in the White House Situation Room as soon as we landed.

 

Arriving at the White House we were immediately escorted to the Situation Room and everyone was waiting for the results of our meeting with Ari. Handing the technical staff the flash drive I asked him to put it on the main board. To our surprise, Turkey was the culprit helping the Knights and POTUS was going to have a lot of explaining to do attacking a fellow member of NATO.

 

Returning the flash drive to me, I handed it to SecDef as POTUS told the Joint Chiefs he wanted all military options available to him within 12 hours.

 

I sent our Alpha Zulu security team onto Fort Connor and advised OPS we would be spending the night at the Penthouse and returning the next afternoon. After freshening up in our Penthouse I asked Logan and Alex if they could join us for dinner. From the looks of their eyes they had been doing a lot of crying and we knew T&T would be in a similar state also. The decision had been made to wait as long as possible for the funeral hoping we would return in time to say our final goodbye.

 

In talking with the Generals the Assistant Chaplain was in melt-down. Both from losing his good friend and the realization of the big shoes he now had to fill. He knew the men of Fort Connor needed him and he would meet the challenge regardless of how exhausted he was and exhausting the work. He had no interest in assuming the role of the Sr. Chaplain. He was happy and content to support whoever we selected to replace our beloved friend.

 

The funeral service was beautiful but far from what would have been given by our late friend. His assistant did his best and as good as perhaps any chaplain in the military but we at Alpha Zulu were used to a man of exceptional abilities and one with big shoes we wondered if we could ever find a man to fill.

 

The Generals contacted their HR Dream Team and since the death of the Chaplain was still classified all they could tell their HR Team is that the Chaplain had taken an extended leave. Go do your "Boolean" thing, shake some trees and see what is out there for us. And, to say it is needed to be done yesterday is truly a fact not a wish.

 

My com went off and the Assistant Chaplain was requesting permission to meet with me ASAP. I informed him my schedule was clear so feel free to join me at your convenience. A very distraught Chaplain knocked and requested permission to enter. "Thank you for seeing me so quickly." He continued stating he was cleaning out the Chaplains office and boxing personal items to give to his partner. When he opened his desk drawer there prominently placed was a letter addressed to the COMMANDING GENERAL ONLY TO BE OPENED IN THE EVENT OF MY DEATH.

 

I thanked the Chaplain and asked to be alone to read the information provided to me by my departed good friend. My late friend was open and honest about the risks he took providing for the spiritual needs of our men when we were at ALERT. "If and when my Father in Heaven calls me to his home, I hope my death was honorable both in the eyes of God and of the United States Army". The risks I take I take willingly as countless Chaplains have taken providing for the spiritual needs of soldiers in combat. Know that I will miss each and every one of you and will be waiting with open arms the day we are rejoined in eternal life.

 

He further stated his recommendation for replacing him. He knew from discussions his assistant had no interest in taking over the senior chaplain role regardless of the increase in rank we might tempt him with. When he was attending a religious seminar as their guest speaker he had met a first year seminarian who greatly impressed him. The young man was from a small non-specific religious group and was planning on joining the military as a chaplain upon graduation.

 

I have followed his career both in the seminary and in the military. Even as young as he is he holds the rank of a full Colonel and that speaks much for his ability to provide for his flock. I urge you to give him consideration in filling my role and responsibilities at Fort Connor. And, YES... he is gay and from our conversations madly in love with a soldier at his base.

 

I forwarded the information to our HR Team and asked them to give him immediate consideration and make him an offer he couldn't refuse.

 

A short while later our HR Team advised me there was little they could do to give consideration to our selection for Chaplain. He was under "house arrest" at his base, no charges have been filed so we are unable to determine why. But, considering another soldier was placed in confinement at the same time and no charges have yet been filed on him... you can surmise what has happened.

 

I asked General Date to have a security team assembled and my jet fueled and ready for an immediate departure. Some base general was going to have a most unpleasant visit. When the pilots requested permission to land the base air traffic control tower advised this was a secure base and the landing was denied. I then used my Alpha Zulu clearance and authorization was immediately granted.

 

It wasn't surprising to have us met by a squad of MPs, the Provost Marshall and the Base General. At first the base general was helpful and asked what he could do to assist us. I informed him I needed a secure conference room and asked for the two individual confined to be brought to me.

 

The general only commented: "WHAT DO YOU WANT WITH THOSE TWO FAGGOTS? (Words he would later regret after my report was filed with SecDef and POTUS.)

 

I was escorted to a secure conference room and my Alpha Zulu security was posted to assure no interruptions. The base MPs ushered in the two individuals in handcuffs and I tried not to go ballistic. "Please remove the handcuffs and wait outside!"

 

I advised the two men to think carefully before they made any further comment because what they said will very easily determine your life and future. Why are you two "locked up" with charges pending?

 

The Chaplain took the lead and openly confessed he was in love with the man beside him and they were planning on formally becoming partners for life in the eyes of man and God. As he was in my office one day we shared a harmless kiss but unfortunately the base general walked in and exploded in a rage. To quote him: "He wanted no fucking queers on his Army base!" The rest is evident and we were placed under confinement pending charges.

 

I asked his partner if he had anything to add and his only comment was they were both very much in love and whatever the military does he would remain at the side of this wonderful man.

 

"Now, may we ask a question?" Why is a six star General of the Armies on base here asking two insignificant soldiers about our indiscretion?

 

I prefaced my remarks that what I am telling you is classified and if you divulge it you will be tried for TREASON! Your good friend the Chaplain of Fort Connor and the spiritual leader for the men of Alpha Zulu was killed in action a few days ago.

 

In cleaning out his office our assistant chaplain found a letter addressed to me only to be opened in the event of his death. He recommended you as the best person in the military to replace him when God calls him to his heavenly home. I trusted the Chaplain in life and I'll trust him in death.

 

I asked our two "guests" to remain seated and be comfortable. I needed to talk with the base general and the provost marshal. Exiting the conference room I walked to the General's office and requested permission to enter. Fortunately, the Provost Marshal was with him and I asked him to stay for our discussion.

 

When I asked the General to transfer the two individuals to my command he went berserk. "THOSE TWO FAGGOTS ARE GETTING CASHIERED OUT OF THE ARMY!" I then advised the General we can do this one of two ways. #1 you can sign an immediate transfer order for the two individuals OR #2 you can explain your rationale to POTUS.

 

If I have to involve POTUS your career in the military is over. You will be relieved of your command and escorted off this base before my plane is off the runway. Now, will you authorize the transfer? (Resigned to his fate he reluctantly authorized the transfer.)

 

I turned to the Provost Marshall I reminded him both of my rank and of my Alpha Zulu status. I need your assistance with three items:

 

·         #1 Escort our two soldiers to their living quarters and allow them to pack what is necessary for them to immediately depart this base. Have their remaining personal effects packed and forwarded to Fort Connor ASAP.

 

·         #2 Escort these individuals to my plane with all due expedience. I want these two men treated with respect and they are no longer to be in handcuffs. Treat them with the respect due their office and rank.

 

·         #3 I want all copies of any material gathered on these two individuals regarding the pending charges being developed. I mean ALL COPIES OF ALL MATERIAL unless you want to explain to a court martial your rationale for disobeying a direct order!

 

Do you understand the orders I have just given you? "YES SIR!" You are dismissed.

 

My security detail and I returned to our plane and waited for the arrival of our two guests.

 

The Provost Marshall arrived with our two new members of Alpha Zulu and their personal belongings. I welcomed them to my humble home away from home. The Provost Marshall handed me a packet of documents relating to the incident in question and assured me this was every copy he was aware of on this base. I thanked him for his cooperation and professionalism and assured him my report would reflect his professionalism and service in the highest standards of the United States Army.

 

Once the plane reached cruising altitude I asked our two guests to join me in the rear of the plane. We needed to have a private conversation. You two are on probation for the next 12 months. In a year if you have given your ALL to Alpha Zulu I will feed all these documents to a shredder. If you are just pumping my ass full of sunshine I guarantee you a long posting to the Artic Survival School in Alaska.

 

You will retain your current rank and you Colonel will be the Senior Chaplain for Fort Connor. Turning to the Master Sergeant I only commented that a man of your talents will be a valuable asset to Fort Connor and I know the 1st Sergeant will find some duties that will utilize your talents and which you will enjoy.

 

You will be our guests in Washington till we can finish your security clearance and get you fitted for your new uniforms. Turning to the Chaplain I warned him not to be shocked if you get an unexpected command performance for POTUS. POTUS and the Chaplain had been close friends for years. I expect him to put the "fear of God" into you so be forewarned!

 

I asked OPS if Randy was available for a video conference and within minutes his beautiful face appeared on my screen. "Damn, you look like you had a rough day!" Yeah, I had to take on a dumb ass general who couldn't accept his had already lost the battle. Is David or Date around handy to join our conversation? Within minutes both joined our conversation and I said I had a favor to ask. Can I get a room for three in your penthouse tonight? We'll only need two beds. David only commented "Consider it done"!

 

My next comment was no surprise to anyone. "I want to name our Chapel in memory of the Chaplain." Date only commented that suggestions has been floating around the base and I doubt if you'll get any objection.

 

My next question was for Dale. Can you use your contacts at the Smithsonian to find a portrait artist that can do a portrait of the Chaplain from composite pictures. I want to show him wearing the five stars of a General of the Army, plus his silver star and purple heart. Also, we will need a sculpture that can do a bronze bust of him in three dimensions. Go work your magic, please and thank you.

 

Now to shock you all, I plan to nominate the Chaplain for the Medal of Honor.

 

Date broke the quiet saying every man on base will support you and there has already been much discussion on what it would take to make it happen. Definitely time to call in a few favors from SecDef, POTUS and some influential members of congress.

 

I'm planning on meeting with Logan and Alex this evening if they are available and sound them out and see how they feel but I doubt if they will do anything other than support us.

 

OK, we are preparing to land at Andrews. The security team will go onto Fort Connor and if you will be so kind to warn Larry we will be at the Penthouse within the hour. I hope I don't ruin his day too bad.

 

Larry was a gracious host considering all the stress and trauma we had experience in the past weeks. I asked our two guests to get settled in and not to worry about dinner. I hoped we would be enjoying it with Logan and Alex.

 

Asking OPS to connect me with Logan I advised him I was in David's Penthouse for the night and I had two guests I wanted him to meet and we had much to discuss about Fort Connor.

 

Logan was in immediate contact on my com and said he and Alex would free up the evening for me and our guests. I spent the evening explaining my thoughts of how to honor our late Chaplain. Logan only asked what he could do.

 

Can you have your architects draw up options to add a small meditation alcove to the St. George Chapel which SD donated to Alpha Zulu. CONSIDER IT DONE!

 

Logan continued: Whatever help you need personally, materially or financially just let me know and I'll do my best to make it happen. We Worthingtons owe our late Chaplain and friend more than can ever be done to honor him. The sad fact is he would be the one to tell us no honor was wanted or necessary.

 

I had our HR team was enroute the next morning to the Penthouse to start the paperwork on our two new additions. In the middle of breakfast there is a knock at the door and to no surprise Duke was standing there saying: "With the compliments of the President you and your new Chaplain are request in the Oval Office as your earliest convenience. A limo and your security detail are waiting for you at the Executive Entrance."

 

This is just life in Washington but our new Chaplain was shaking in his boots at the thought of a command performance for POTUS. I told him just be honest and everything will be fine.

 

We entered the Oval Office and went to attention until POTUS commanded "At Ease, be comfortable" motioning us to the seating area. POTUS turned to me and only commented you have learned all the bad habits of your predecessors. You really did a number on that base general and I doubt if he will survive a peer review and will be given a "lack of confidence" retirement quickly.

 

POTUS continued and asked why out of all the Chaplains in all branches of the military was this Colonel was chosen? My answer was clear and to the point... our late friend and chaplain left a letter only to be opened upon his death and recommended this Colonel as the best person in the military to replace him when it became necessary.

 

"We trusted our late friend when he was alive and I trust him equally in death." I reminded POTUS he had the power to overrule me but I know he had as much faith and trust in the late Chaplain as I did and still do.

 

Turning to our new Chaplain, POTUS commented he doesn't micro manage Fort Connor but he gets regular briefings on what is happening and how everything is interacting. You have mighty big shoes to fill and if you fail the men and imps of Fort Connor I'll find you a duty station which will feel worse than what God put Job through.

 

Fort Connor and Alpha Zulu fulfills a unique niche in the United State Army and Military. I have implicit faith in it, its Generals and its soldiers. All I ask of you is the same that was asked of you when you agreed to be transferred... Provide the best spiritual guidance and assistance to the men and imps of Fort Connor. Live up to the high praise given to you by our late friend.

 

POTUS commented I had his full support for awarding our late Chaplain his fifth star, a silver star, purple heart and he'd use all the power of his office to get a Medal of Honor approved for him. This all has to be done behind closed doors until we can announce the Knights have been eliminated or we may face a retaliation from Congress equal to the December 7th attack on Pearl Harbor.

 

General, you are needed back at Fort Connor and Colonel you have a HR team waiting at the Penthouse to finish your intake. DISMISSED!

 

As I joined the Chaplain on his return trip to the Penthouse I warned him of a few nuisances to Fort Connor such as the "Welcome Gang Bang" and being invited to join Hikaru in the ring for a practice bout which usually ends us with the poor newbie in Medical with his nuts packed in ice. The men have their own unique way of welcoming you especially seeing you are their new Chaplain. Talk it over with your partner and if it isn't your thing simple say "No Thank You" and nothing more will be said or done.

 

The Chaplains partner thought it was a fantastic way to welcome his mate to Fort Connor. Little did he know an equal number of Alpha Zulu soldier would be welcoming him with his own "Gang Bang" concurrent with the Chaplain's.

 

The camp Grapevine was blazing with the fact both men could give and take with the best of the men in Fort Connor. We Generals had to smile when the Chaplain and his partner both did the "Walk of Shame" to flag raising. (Been there, done that... Welcome to Fort Connor!)

 

It was no surprise to anyone to hear a few days later of a surgical air strike against supply depots and training camps in Turkey. There were mass causalities and a major loss of supplies. Turkey was threatening to go to the United Nations and declare war upon the United States. After being provide with proof of their complicity in supporting the Knights of the Golden Circle in terrorist acts against the United States Turkey quietly faded into the shadows.

 

The Yakuza was quickly eliminating the command structure of the Knights and with the precision of the cut throats there was little doubt as to who was assisting us. The Attorney General quietly informed the state investigators involved not to invest too much time and effort on finding the culprits. Intelligence indicated the individual who committed the acts was now out of the United States and beyond apprehension.

 

The Secretary of State was happy to announce at a Cabinet Meeting the American Ambassador in Japan received a hard copy of the accounting ledge for the Knights showing the location of all of their monies and assets. CyberCom was draining the accounts as they spoke.

 

Within a week with no money and no network left the Grand Master of the Knights of the Golden Circle surrendered himself to the FBI. The Grand Master was denied bail and held in solitary confinement in Federal Detention. Shortly after his incarceration he was found dead in his cell of an apparent suicide. The men of Alpha Zulu only hoped it was a long and painful death for the head of the group that had killed so many of their brothers. No tears were shed for the man.

 

For the first time in over 150+ years we could safely feel the Knights of the Golden Circle had been eliminated and without their financial resources they were no longer a threat to the citizens and military of the United States

 

I had the best sleep I had in years that night. Randy ruined my ass in the shower and locked ourselves away in the bedroom till we had to rise and face a new day. Yes, I was doing the walk of shame as was Date and David, Jimmy and Hito and even Hikaru and Haciman. We all had our unique form of stress management and for the first time in years we felt safe and secure at Fort Connor.

 

POTUS addressed the nation and finally could share with them the good news of the demise of the Knights of the Golden Circle. He then shared with them the loss of his good friend and the Chaplain of Fort Connor by an armed attack on American soil. The Chaplain died a hero protecting the life of a fellow soldier. "I have submitted to congress he be approved for the rank of five star general of the army posthumously!" "I also urge the pentagon and congress to give fast and diligent consideration for the Medal of Honor nomination which has been submitted by his commanding generals and supported by me and every soldier of Alpha Zulu!"

 

"My fellow American, hopefully this is the final chapter in a civil war that started over 150 years ago. It is as shameful now as it was then. America is ruled by laws and its elected official not by force and threats of violence. "ALL MEN (AND WOMEN) ARE CREATED EQUAL!" "GOOD NIGHT AND GOD BLESS!"

 

OPS advised Worthington One was requesting permission to land. Permission was granted and I joined security as their plane came to a complete halt. Logan was walking funny and Alex was smiling far too much. (OK, they are still in love, I can't fault them for that!)

 

Logan and Alex joined us in our vehicle and only commented he was happy to make it in time for lunch. That gave us time this afternoon to go over the architect's recommendation for revising the Chapel.

 

Adjourning to our conference room it was crowded to the max as everyone wanted to see the concept drawings of our Chapel modification. When the first picture appeared we were all shocked to see a bell tower. Logan quickly commented Aiden Worthington immediately wrote a personal check for $1,000,000.00 USD stating he wanted a bell tower to honor his good friend which had done so much for him in the darkest moments of his life.

 

Then we were able to look at a 3D version of the proposed changes to the Chapel. The entrance was enlarged with a niche for the Portrait of our late Chaplain and space for a bronze dedication plaque.

 

The St. George Chapel was enlarged and a bronze bust of the Chaplain wearing his five stars and Medal of Honor was in the center on a granite pedestal. An eternal flame burning in honor of his sacrifice was appropriately placed as well as granite seating for prayer and meditation.

 

Logan concluded that Worthington Industries and the Worthington Families would match dollar for dollar any contributions the men of Alpha Zulu make and even match any donation given by David.

 

Our new Chaplain was beyond impressed and for the first time started to feel how much our late friend was appreciated and valued. He indeed had big shoes to fill.

 

Construction would begin with the summer refit and he needed preliminary approval so the "wheels of progress" could start turning.

 

I asked Logan to do a presentation at our evening meal and then give us a week for the men to make comments and suggestions.

 

The men of Alpha Zulu erupted in praise and enthusiasm at the additions to the Chapel and dedicated to our late friend. No award or dedication could replace the feeling of loss in our hearts. I only hoped and prayed the men of Alpha Zulu would give our new Chaplain a chance to fill the shoes of our departed friend and colleague.

 

Summer break finally arrived and many imps flew out to spend the summer with their parents and their family security details. The remaining imps relocated to Camp Phoenix and wanted continual updates as to the Chapel and demanded a constant stream of pictures as to what was being done.

 

The summer refit went without incident or incursion which was a first in many years. The Chapel looked beautiful and David put the artisans in high gear so we could have a fall dedication.

 

The Bell Tower glistened in the sunlight and in the moonlight. The bells were electronic but were the highest quality digital samplings of the greatest bell towers in the world. In addition, our digital organ could be used to provide music throughout camp prior to and after a religious service. The price seemed extreme but the quality was beyond what most human ears could appreciate.

 

Our late Chaplains partner wanted his Medal of Honor presentation to be place on the Chapel wall by his bronze bust. Our talented in-house craftsmen made some minor adjustments and it was in a place of honor for our late friend.

 

The dedication service was standing room only. POTUS, Dale, Duke, SecDef, the Joint Chiefs, influential members of congress, every living Worthington was in attendance even Angus and his partner accepted their invitation. (For once we didn't forget to invite them.) The Chaplain was about to make the sermon of his career or enjoy the after taste of his shoes in his mouth.

 

As POTUS was exiting he mention in passing our late friend had indeed selected the right man for his replacement. When you do your twelve month review if you nominate him for his first star I'll make sure it is approved by the pentagon and congress.

 

It was a great reunion at Fort Connor as Logan, Alex, T&T and their partners vacationed in their mini-mansion... Dale and Duke were the guests of Date and David and the balance of the Worthington shared the VIP suites. It truly was a family reunion and the love showed forth and bound Alpha Zulu tighter than ever as a band of brothers.

 

Hopefully, we now would have the time to develop stronger family bonds and appreciate the young men who would be the future of our country. So many youngsters still remain in care of social services I felt compelled to talk with Randy about adopting another child. I sure hope he wanted to be a "DAD" again because I sure did.

 

(Unknown to any of us, Hikaru asked to talk with his grandfather David and meekly said he had a favor to ask. "Last time you asked me for a favor it cost me $100,000.00 USD. How much is it going to cost me this time?"

 

Embarrassed to the max, Hikaru commented you had a "Hugs and Kisses" challenge coin made for my dad when he was an IMP. Would you do the same for me, please? "WITH EXTREME PLEASURE!" The little imp already had a rough draft of what he wanted and David would have the some of the talented men here at Fort Connor do a formal rendering to submit for manufacturing. I had never seen that little imp smile so much! He wrapped his arms around David's neck and smothered him with hugs and kisses.)

 

The Coin had Hikaru's image on one side surrounded by the words "United States Army – Fort Connor". The reverse side had the statement in the center: "Redeemable for unlimited hugs and kisses" surrounded by the words "Alpha Zulu 69 - United States of America.

 

I was finally able to get a good night of sleep without having to have Randy destroy my ass although a new romantic side of Randy was blossoming as I had never know before. Just as I was enjoying a shower with an endless supply of hot water OPS announces a plane squawking "Air Force One" is on final approach and requesting permission to land. "Permission Granted!" Please advise the administrative team of the arrival of POTUS.

 

A smiling POTUS and SecDef came down the plane ramp which is never a good sign. How is the man going to screw with my life this time. There are times I wish I had remained an insignificant base commander out in "no-where" USA.

 

I hope we are in time for breakfast and to my surprise we were already flying the flags of a six star general, a five star general, a four star general, a three star general and now the flag of POTUS and the flag of SecDef. We definitely had men who respected their leadership.

 

After enjoying a fantastic meal POTUS asked to address the men and to have OPS broadcast it to the Castle as well. "There are a few perks of being President and one of them is to honor men of exceptional ability and character. Every man of Alpha Zulu has been awarded a Presidential Unit Citation and a Bronze Star with combat attachment."

 

Now I am pleased to officially issue the following Executive Order:

 

·         Generals of the Armies of the United States Adrian Johnson and Randall Master.

·         Generals of the Army Date Masamune, James Yasumori, Duke Stone and Haciman Kanmu.

·         Generals Roger Desoto, Juan Martinez and Dillion Dwight.

·         General of the Israeli Defense Force Ari Rebel.

 

(And to the men of Alpha Zulu... make sure that four star pain in the ass General you have in medical is on the plane even if you have to strip him naked and put him in handcuffs! He may think it is HIS medical but he needs to be reminded it is MY Fort Connor.)

 

In addition, I can't order the following civilians but I can extend a most heartfelt invitation:

 

·         David Winter-Jansson.

·         Hito David Jansson-Winter Masamune Yasumori.

·         Hikaru Jansson-Winter Masamune Yasumori.

·         Logan Worthington.

·         Alex Goodman.

·         Taylor Worthington.

·         Tyler Worthington.

·         Dale Gordon Longdick-Allman.

·         Hayao Kinugasa.

·         Noah Goodman.

 

The above individuals are either ORDERED (or invited) to present themselves at the White House next July 4th so I may have the privilege of presenting them with the Presidential Medal of Freedom!

 

And, to answer your question before you ask it... Hikaru is expected in full dress uniform and can commiserate with our six star generals.

 

And, if someone would be kind enough to resuscitate Generals Martinez and DeSoto... would one of our distinguished generals here at Fort Connor make arrangements to give them their Commissioning Oath because I do believe their sons are anxious to pin on their new four stars!

 

My thanks to the men of Fort Connor for allowing me the privilege of making this announcement in person.

 

The applause was unending and no one was in a hurry to issue the command "AS YOU WERE"!

 

Returning to our table POTUS asked if he could meet with Date and David as soon as your morning administrative meeting is finished. Right now, I'd like to walk to the Chapel and spend a few quiet moments in prayer with my late departed friend.

 

It was obvious when POTUS returned from the Chapel he had been crying and few people would ever be allowed to see such emotion in our President. He truly valued our late Chaplain and all he and Alpha Zulu had done for his family. We assured him he never needed an invitation and was always welcome to visit as his schedule would allow.

 

POTUS commented briefly to Adrian and Randy as they were exiting our morning meeting he had no immediate plans for them so he was borrowing their behemoth for a week.

 

Locking our conference room down to a secure mode I knew the discussion wasn't going to be one any of us would enjoy. Date and David... I'm sending you off at 0800 hours tomorrow for a trip to Japan. Officially, as my representatives at a banquet given at our Embassy in honor of the retiring Japanese Prime Minister. Unofficially, I want you to give a gift of thanks to your "business contact" in Japan. POTUS handed David a beautiful presentation case which he opened to show the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Please relate to him I wish I could be presenting it to him officially in public. I know he will understand.

 

Also, please take Hikaru and Haciman with you and get the damn Japanese Ambassador off my case about Hikaru not visiting his relatives often enough. PLEASE AND THANK YOU! Wheels up at 0800 tomorrow, don't be late. I'll have your diplomatic passports on the plane in a secure pouch.

 

Would you please have OPS send copies of my little presentation to the individuals named who weren't present. I want them to hear it from me not via the infamous grapevine.

 

Now, I'm back to the battles of Washington and I'm so thankful to have two people like you on my side.

 

Logan was immediately brought up on the Video Com and wondered what was so important to drag him out of a boring business meeting. The family is flying in to the Penthouse this afternoon so you, Alex and T&T are requested for dinner at 2000 hours and no excuse is acceptable. Now, go back to your meeting and earn some of your obscene salary and perks. DISCONNECT!

 

We eight closely knit friends enjoyed a fabulous Marriott dinner and I even allowed Hikaru the rare privilege of ordering two raspberry cheesecake deserts. Logan only commented this must be something special if Hikaru is getting two deserts. I commented back he still isn't on the approved list for our Scotch or Brandy.

 

Hikaru made an ugly face and told Haciman not to plan on any oral sex tonight, that stuff makes your cum taste Yucky (Which had us all roaring in laughter.)

 

You'll be getting a recording of the official announcement made at Fort Connor this morning by POTUS but to give you the condensed version don't plan anything for July 4th. You four are expected at the White House to be honored by POTUS with the presentation of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The other four individuals that will be notified by secure messenger tomorrow are Duke, Dale, Hayao and Noah so don't ruin the surprise for them.

 

As for us, we are kicking you out early tonight because we are wheels up at 0800 hours tomorrow destination Toyko.

 

All during our flight to Toyko Hikaru had his "ear buds" plugged in and was practicing Japanese with his smartphone. Oh, was there going to be a story to tell when we got back to Fort Connor.

 

There was no way to sneak into town in this flying United States Army billboard with wings. We arrived at the Ambassadors resident and for the first time he welcomed us with some enthusiasm. We settled into our room and Hikaru asked the Ambassador to contact the Palace and see when he could meet with his Grandfather. The Ambassador returned and commented the Palace would send a vehicle and security for him immediately after breakfast tomorrow.

 

David was asking the Ambassador about the guest list for the reception being held tomorrow night and as luck would have it our wealthy business associate was on the invitation list. David asked the Ambassador if he could discretely borrow his study some time during the evening on behalf of POTUS. (Like he could refuse?) Assuring David his study was swept multiple times a day for listening devices it would be a secure room for his discussion.

 

As we stood in the greeting line our business associate again bowed to Hikaru and then whispered to him he was honored to have been of service to the Chrysanthemum Throne. (Hikaru had no idea of what he was talking about but was quickly learning the way of diplomacy.)

 

After an enjoyable meal (but far inferior to Fort Connor or the Marriott) we socialized over some great champagne and some boring speeches. As the evening broke up I talked briefly with our new ally in Japan and asked him to join me in the Ambassador's study.

 

I told him POTUS wishes he could do this personally and publically but we both know that isn't possible in today's world. On behalf of the President of the United States and a grateful nation I have been asked to present this to you. He opened the presentation case and commented it would be treasured by him and his family forever. We bowed respectfully and the evening was concluded.

 

Hikaru and Haciman were just finishing their breakfast when security announced their transport from the Palace had arrived and was waiting for them. Haciman was already in his dress uniform and Hikaru was tempting fate and went casual. The Grand Chamberlain escorted Hikaru to meet with his grandfather the Emperor. This time there was no protocol and they embraced warmly. After an hour of warm and intense conversation he commented his son and nephews wanted to spend quality time with Hikaru.

 

Hikaru spent a wonderful time with his relatives and getting his uncle aside he asked a favor: "Could you discretely arrange for me to visit with the Marine Special Forces that honored me when I was here last time?" Before Hikaru and Haciman left the Palace his Uncle told him a car would pick them up at the Ambassador's Residence at 0900 hours tomorrow.

 

Talk about low key and discrete... security advised Hikaru's transportation had arrived and was waiting on him and Haciman. Walking out of the residence they were appalled at a chauffeured driven limousine with the Japanese Flag on one front side of the car and the stars of a Lieutenant General on the opposite. Two security vehicles front and back with soldiers armed with automatic weapons. In addition to eight outriders on high end motorcycles with as many flashing lights as Time Square at Christmas. (Hikaru and his Uncle would have to have a better understanding of the world DISCRETE!)

 

Haciman had warned Hikaru about the mandatory "rubber chicken dinner" with the base commander and senior officers... just accept it and don't offend anyone. Even not being in his gaudy uniform of a Lieutenant General his suit with the imperial family breast badge made any request as if coming from the mouth of a "God".

 

After an enjoyable meal and Hikaru profusely thanking the base commander and his senior officers for a wonderful welcome he asked the commander if he could have the driver that brought him from the Ambassador's Residence take him around to meet with the soldiers. He wanted this to be impromptu and unannounced. He wanted to meet the real men in a normal setting.

 

Exiting the officer's mess his audacious limo awaited him. His driver bowed respectfully and asked where "His Excellency" would like to go. First, would you cover those flags on the car and then take me to a normal barracks. I want to meet some actual soldiers in an informal setting.

 

Our chauffeur only commented the men were coming off of training and their uniforms and barracks wouldn't be fit for inspection. Also, without warning them some men might be in different stages of undress or even naked. (Sounds like a normal day at Fort Connor to me.) Hikaru wasn't fazed and ask to be transported unannounced.

 

Entering the barracks, the first soldier that spotted Haciman's Stars and Hikaru's Imperial Breast Badge sounded off something in Japanese that had to be the equivalent of everyone at attention. A soldier walking out of the shower snapped to attention as his towel fell to around his ankle. He blushed a bright red as Hikaru attempted in his less than perfect Japanese to assure the young man he had nothing to be modest about.

 

Haciman could hardly keep from bursting out in laughter when our driver commented "His Excellency just offered to give the man a `blow job'"!

 

Finally, after both Hikaru and Haciman regained their composure Hikaru managed to get out in Japanese "Gather around and take a knee"... "When I was here last time I told you when I returned I would know the Japanese language. Apparently, I need much further study! (Which had everyone roaring in laughter.)

 

Recently my father and my partner almost died protecting me in an assassination attempt. A month ago a very good friend, a four star General and man of God was killed in the line of duty protecting the life of a fellow soldier. My Japanese may not be perfect but with the recent events I have learned the true risk of a soldier protecting his country. You have my highest respect and admiration for what you do to protect Japan.

 

Hikaru totally broke protocol as he smothered the men with hugs and kisses. Our chauffeur reminded us we had a schedule to return us to our residence or he would be facing the wraith of his superiors.

 

As we were leaving the barracks, Hikaru bowed respectfully to the marine to whom he had made the faux pax and was shocked when the marine responded in almost perfect English he was glad his English was better than Hikaru's Japanese. Both men laughed and hugged as Hikaru slipped him one of his "hugs and kisses" challenge coin unnoticed.

 

At dinner that evening the Ambassador commented he didn't know what Hikaru did to impress the military this afternoon but the Commanding General of the Japanese Defense Force had just contacted him and advised Hikaru never needed an invitation to visit his Special Forces in the future.

 

Finally, collapsing on our behemoth as we flew back over the Pacific Ocean returning to Washington Hikaru awoken to the sound of roaring laughter. A very bleary eyed Hikaru asked what joke did he miss.

 

One of our security detail commented: "You actually offered to give a Japanese Marine a "blow job"? Hikaru turned to Haciman and immediate give him a hard punch. "Someone has a big mouth!" (Which only increased the amount of less that acceptable comments from his brothers-in-arms.)

 

As Date and David came out of their accomodations they asked what all the commotion was about. As Haciman relayed the events of the previous day to Hikaru's grandfathers both men doubled up in laughter. "Grampa... it isn't fair. It was an honest mistake."

 

David only looked at his grandson and then commented to the men. "How many of you soldiers got conned by one of your supposed "friends" to be a practice opponent in the ring with Hikaru? (Every hand was raised.)

 

How many of you end up in Medical with your nuts packed in ice? (Again, every hand was raised.)

 

David and Date looked at Hikaru and only commented: "Paybacks are hell but always in good spirit!" Hikaru went to his luggage and returned with a handful of impish challenge coins redeemable for unlimited hugs and kisses passing one out to each of their security detail. "Haciman had to provide a lot of `make up sex' before he would get a Hugs and Kisses coin from Hikaru!"

 

Before the behemoth landed at Andrews, SecDef was on the phone with the Generals commenting as to a discussion he just had with his counterpart in Japan. Hikaru has done more to improve relations with Japan, the government, the Emperor and the military than anything we have done in the past 50+ years. Although SecDef had to admit it took balls for that little imp to offer a naked Japanese Marine a "blow job" and survive. Just make certain he gets enrolled in Japanese as a foreign language study before he returns to Japan.

 

The Commanding General of the Japan Defense Force stated the young marine that Hikaru made the faux pax comment is being held in high esteem with his fellow marines and is showing off Hikaru's Challenge Coin with pride to the non-believers.

 

After you harass the hell out of our little imp tell him for POTUS and me: JOB WELL DONE! Even his relatives are proud of him and the sincere words he shared from his heart.

 

Hikaru return to Fort Connor as a conquering hero and Date and David accepted their role as the men who accompanied Hikaru to Japan. Hikaru was mortified when the Generals told him POTUS was demanding he enroll in the Japanese Language as his language course and after all the embarrassment informed him of how he had improved military relations between our two countries more in one faux pax than all the diplomacy in the past 50+ years.

 

The final chapter in Hikaru faux pax was when the Imperial Palace requested the young Marine be assigned to the palace as an escort for Hikaru whenever he visited Japan. The two young men had a bond and a friendship that would last the rest of their lives.

 

 

 

TO BE CONTINUED...

 

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