ALPHA ZULU 69 MEMOIRES
Chapter 161 Conquered by a Marine
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PRIMARY CHARACTERS:
Abraham Lincoln Washington: Six Star General of the Armies Tactical Alpha Zulu 69
Adam Mann: Four Star General, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
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 Federova: Highly valued Russian Scientist rescued by Special Forces
Alexander Malinois: Master Sergeant, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog
Alexi Federova: Son of Alexander and Petrova Federova
Ambrose Abbott: Colonel, U.S. Army - Protector for Johann Emmanuel & Piero Bianchi
Amell Scholz: Aide and former lover of Cardinal Dominic
Andrew & Jeremy Allen: Adopted sons of Mason Allen and Jason Vance
Anthony Caruso: Four Star General, U.S. Army (Base Commander of Fort Connor)
Ariel "Ari" Rebel: General, Israel Defense Force (Mossad Kidon)
Ariel Rebel Jr. aka JR: Son of Jacob Leib
Beauty Malinois: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog
Billy Bob Vance: Staff Sergeant, Ret., 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
Connor McLain: Six Star General of the Armies RET Administration Alpha Zulu 69
Connor Williams: Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 (Deceased lover of Doug Meat)
Dale Gordon Longdick Allman: Adopted Son of Matt Longdick and Jason Allman
Danny Henry: Four Star Brigadier U.S. Army (Base Commander Fort Connor)
Darnel Trevon: Major General (2 stars), U.S. Marines Protector for Win Thorp & Piero Bianchi
Date Masamune: Five Star General of the Army, U.S. Army Protector of David Winter-Jansson
David & Donald Worthington: Adopted sons of T&T Worthington
David Leib: Five Star General, Israeli Defense Force Adopted son of Ari Rebel
David Winter-Jansson: Son of Oliver Winter and Viktor Janson
Dillion Dwight: General (4 star), U.S. Army Medical Director of Fort Connor
Doug Meat: Six Star General of the Armies U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Duke Stone III: Five Star General of the Army U.S. Army Protector of Dale Gordon Longdick-Allman
Dwight Jones: Partner of Dale Gordon Strong
Enapay Perez: Six Star General of the Armies of the United States (Commanding General Administration)
Frazer Sullivan: One Star Brigadier General, U.S. Army (Human Resources for Fort Connor Alpha Zulu 69)
George Battenberg: Six Star General of the Armies of the United States
Gerald Isaac: Captain, U.S. Army Security for Tommy Longdick-Allman
Gloria Worthington: aka "Mama Bear" Board Chair of Worthington Industries (a major multi-national defense contractor)
Hachiman Kanmu, Colonel, U.S. Army Protector of Hikaru Jansson-Winter Masamune Yasumori
Hank Henry-Jones: Adopted Son of Bob Jones & Danny Henry
Harold Alexander III: Colonel, U.S. Army Protector for the sons of John Allen Masters
Harold John Alexander-Masters: Son of Harold Alexander III & John Allen Masters
Harold Manfred, Captain: U.S. Army Protector of David Winter-Jansson
Hayao Kinugasa, Major, Ret.: U.S. Army (Aide to General Meat and General Goodman)
Hector Louise Roberto Montoya: Six Star General of the Armies Administration Alpha Zulu 69
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
Ivan Morovoza: Colonel U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 (Protector of Alexi Federova)
Jacob Leib: Adopted Son of Arie Rebel
Jacob, David & Uri Leib: Wards of Luke & John Worthington (Israeli Nationals)
James "Jimmy" Yasumori: Five Star General of the Army, U.S. Army Partner of Hito Jansson-Winter
Jamie Bob Vance: Love of Aiden McIntyre
Jamison Miller: One Star Brigadier General, U.S. Army (Human Resources for Worthington Executive Security)
Jason Allman: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Jason Bob Vance: (Brother of Billy Bob Vance and partner of Mason Allen)
Jax Arthur King: Colonel, U.S. Army - Security for Shawn Longdick-Allman
Johann Emmanuel: Adopted son of Cardinal Dominic
John Allen Masters: Colonel, U.S. Army Protector for the sons of Jimmy & Hito
John Allen Masters: Son of General John Masters and Ambassador at Large for POTUS
John Masters: Four Star General & Base Commander Fort Connor, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
John Worthington II: Adopted Son of Taylor and Tyler Worthington II
John Worthington: COO R&D of Worthington Industries
Juan Martinez: 5 Star General of the Army, U.S. Army Security for Mario Garcia
Juan Martinez: Colonel, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 (Protector of Shawn Stone)
Juaquin "Jay" de Vαzquez: Son of Manual de Vαzquez
Lars Alison: Major General (2 Star), U.S. Army Deputy Base Command, Fort Connor
Liam McIntyre: CFO Worthington Industries & Partner of Luke Worthington
Logan Worthington: Biological Son of Luke Worthington
Lucas Daniel Fairbairn: Captain, U.S. Army Protector of Michael "Allen" Roberts
Luke Worthington II: Adopted Son of Taylor and Tyler Worthington II
Luke Worthington: CEO of Worthington Industries
Lupo Vlcak: Alpha Zulu War Dog (Czechoslovakian Wolf German Shepherd Mix)
Magnus Savage: Colonel, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 Medical Trauma Surgeon
Manuel de Vαzquez: 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
Mason Allen: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Matsukaze Kumorigachi, Commanding General Alpha Zulu Program in Japan
Matt Longdick Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Maximillian (Max) Malinois: 1st Sergeant, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 War Dog
Medvěd Vlcak: Worthington War Dog (Sired by Lupo Assigned to Roger & Jeremy Protection Detail)
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
Oliver Winter: Six Star General, U.S. Army Adjutant for Generals LongDick and Allman
Petrova Federova: Wife of Alexander Federova
Piero "Peter" Bianchi: Son of the Grand Master of the Knights Templar
Piero Bianchi: Son of the Grand Master of the Knights Templar
Randall Masters:
Six
Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Randall Savage: Colonel, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 (Protector of Steven Stone)
Randy & Robert Masamune: Adopted sons of Hito Masamune and Jimmy Yasumori
Randy Adam "RA" Worthington: Adopted son of Connor Best-Mann & John Worthington
Randy Best: Four Star General, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Randy Johnson: Captain, U.S. Army Security for Shawn LongDick-Allman
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
Rod Jackson: Lieutenant 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: 5 Star General of the Army, U.S. Army Security for Mario Garcia
Roger Worthington: Adopted son of T&T Worthington (Former Angel)
Roi Friedman: Colonel U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69 (Protector of "Tod" and "PJ"
Sebastian Guerrero: Six Star General of the Armies of the United States (Commanding General Tactical)
Steven & Shawn Stone: Adopted sons of Dale Gordon Stone
Steven Douglas Worthington: (aka S.D.) (Adopted sons of Robert Allen Gregory and R.A. Worthington)
Steven Goodman: Six Star General of the Armies, U.S. Army Alpha Zulu 69
Steven Robertson-Battenberg: Adopted son of William Robertson and George Battenberg
Sven Bjorn: Six Star General of the Armies RET Tactical Alpha Zulu 69
Takeda Shingen: Colonel Alpha Zulu Captain, Japanese Defense Force (Protector of Roger Worthington)
Taylor and Tyler Worthington II: Adopted Sons of Roger and Jeremy Worthington
Taylor and Tyler Worthington: (aka T&T) (Adopted sons of Logan Worthington and Alex Meat-Goodman)
Uri Leib: Biological son of Ari Rebel
Viktor Jannson: Six Star General, U.S. Army Adjutant for Generals LongDick and Allman
Wilhelm "Willy" Rogers: Colonel, U.S. Army Protector of Larry Winter-Jannson
William Robertson: Six Star General of the Armies of the United States
Winthrop Thorp III: Adopted son of Generals Perez and Guerrero
Yonatan Netanyahu: Colonel Alpha Zulu Captain, Japanese Defense Force (Protector of Roger Worthington)
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)
"George" (Name Classified): (Senior head of the Worthington Brain Trust and Top Scientist in residence)
"Tod" (Name Classified): (Teenage son of George and protectee of Alpha Zulu)
"PJ" (Name Classified): (Teenage son of POTUS and protectee of Alpha Zulu)
Yuuto had indeed written the ultimate program for matching individuals and increasing the retention of qualified soldiers in the military. After over two weeks of work, Yuuto proudly announced he had found the perfect match for our new Major General. Asking our HR Dream Team to VET the candidate they only commented not only did he pass the security check the guy is a stud and walking wet dream.
We Generals cut the transfer orders and had him report to Fort Connor. We would assign the Captain as the Aide to our new Major General and at six months promote him to the rank of Colonel.
Within a year General Trevon was requesting permission of his Commanding Generals to be bound in love to his aide for all eternity. Completing the required counseling, all of Alpha Zulu celebrated this moment in the life of our friend and General. The men of Alpha Zulu were considerate enough not to harass our two lovers considering the difficulty one or both of them had walking to morning assembly. Soldiers on Guard Duty made it known through our camp grapevine both men were sexual animal and even the fact they could walk to morning flag raising was a miracle. They were a match sexually and they truly were in love.
It seems like only yesterday we were sending our three imps off to Harvard and here it is four years later and all three are graduating with honors. Piero with a Masters in Business Administration, Win with a Masters in Business Administration in addition to a Doctor of Political Science and Johann with a Doctor of Divinity Degree. These three members of our Brain Trust completed advanced five year programs within their first four years at Harvard. They were truly worthy to graduate with honors.
As our Cardinal Chaplain joined us in Celebrating the accomplishments of our now three former imps, he announced a great honor and a major bombshell for Johann. Our Holy Father in Rome has made arrangements for you to attend the Jesuit Seminary in Hawaii. I hope you'll remember us when it is time for your ordination. We all know you are destined for greatness.
It was now time for the Worthingtons, our Cardinal Chaplain, and Dale and Dwight... for us to confess our sins and ask for forgiveness. After the Generals enjoyed another fantastic Marriott meal (which we tried never to take for granted and always complimented the Chef) we settled into the Great Room and enjoyed the Nectar of the Gods.
Turning to Piero and Win, we asked them their plans for the future. Piero was hoping to get an internship and then employment within the Worthington Empire. Win was hoping POTUS could help him in obtaining an entry level position within a government agency. Win definitely wanted a future in politics.
As we all lauded the pair for their life goals, we had to admit some deception and beg their forgiveness. You two never have to work a day of your life unless you so desire the future you just shared with us. When we showed Piero the gift from his father of his prepaid tuition to Harvard, we intentionally neglected to tell you there was a bank draft enclosed for $150,000,000.00 USD. We had Dale and Dwight invest it as they do all of the 401k retirement for the Worthington Group and the majority of Alpha Zulu. As the close of the stock market last night your net worth is in excess of $200,000,000.00 USD.
As our two educated imps gulped the remainder of their Scotch, they immediately asked for a refill. Returning to reality, Luke, John and T&T admitting they had been conspiring with Dale and Dwight these last six months to prepare you for this moment.
Dale's megalith corporation has bought and rehabilitated a historic old mansion across the river in Virginia. We are giving it as a bonus to Michael "Allen" Roberts for the fantastic work he does managing the day-to-day operations of our for-profit corporation. We aren't as rich at the Worthingtons but it won't be long till we challenge them for the title.
Asking our guests to take a short walk with them, we adjourned down the hallway to the now vacant Penthouse next to T&T's. As our two young executives were in awe of its beauty, they were advised the security components and electronics were designed by Yuuto so you know the quality. As far as the furnishings, you can redecorate to your tastes. We are offering it to you at our cost. Security can be contracted out to the Worthington Group and Worthington Security can work with you in designing secure vehicles to your personal taste. You'll need a corporate jet and I know T&T will assist you with that major purchase. It can be housed and serviced as our Worthington planes are and charged to your corporation. These are just suggestions. You can always give up on civilization and move to some deserted island. You have the ability to do great things for not only the United States but also for the people of the world.
As we returned to the Worthington Penthouse, Piero and Win asked for a "double brandy" (The GOOD STUFF) and then we are retiring to digest all you have shared with us and try to conceive a future considering our personal goals.
As we enjoyed a light breakfast, we advised everyone we were expected at the White House at 1100 hours SHARP! (POTUS is on a tight schedule today.) As we all fit comfortably in T&T's stretch limousine, we arrived at the White House and were escorted to the Oval Office.
POTUS greeted us and apologized for his tight schedule today but he has been looking forward to doing this for the past four years. Turning to Piero, you my young friend have made waves throughout Switzerland. The Federal Assembly of Switzerland has unanimously agreed to reinstate your hereditary title of "Duke of Bern". They will be holding a reception shortly with you as the guest of honor and they will formally announce to the world the honor being given to you.
Turning to Win... POTUS had a big smile on his face as he calmly said, I hear you are looking for an entrance level position in Washington Politics. I need a roving Ambassador and I'm asking you to accept the position. With the political connections you already have you will be an invaluable asset.
Turning to Johann, POTUS commented this exceptional young man is also destined for greatness. The Vatican Ambassador was here a few hours ago and I have the privilege of presenting a gift for you from his Holiness the Pope. Opening the gift Johann found a large Papal Cross on a beautiful woven neck chain. Johann had tears in his eyes, he felt truly blessed.
One last person to be recognized... Major General Darnel Trevon, front and center. On be half of a grateful nation and the Congress of the United States you are promoted to the rank of four star General of the Marine Corp. The current Marine Corp Commandant will reach mandatory retirement in a year and you will be asked to accept the position. While you are waiting, you can mirror him, learn the nuisances of the position and I'll ask you to travel and be the public image of our military encouraging new enlistments and soldiers to reenlist. Are you prepared to take your Commissioning Oath for your new office?
We all were in abhorrent shock as no answer was given to POTUS. Finally our modest Major General spoke: "I am unworthy of this honor but with God's help I will do my utmost to fulfill the responsibilities of the office and the trust you have in me."
POTUS handed a bible to our three imps who proudly held it as we six star generals administered the Commissioning Oath to our good friend. He would make a fantastic Commandant of the Marine Corp.
A few days later we all received an invitation from the Swiss Ambassador for a reception in honor of the new Duke of Bern. On behalf of the Federal Assembly of Switzerland it was his privilege to announce to the world the reestablishment of the hereditary title of the "Duke of Bern". Placing an intricate ornate Jeweled Gold Collar around his neck, the family crest hung beautifully on this former imp.
As we all retreated to T&T's Penthouse, Piero asked if he could talk with them privately when they had time. "No time like the present, how can we be of assistance to his Highness the Duke of Bern?" (You can kiss my royal ass if you are going to act like that.) They all broke into laughter. I know you have a jeweler who does custom work and I'd like a couple of things made. I'd like a jeweled ring of my family crest to give to Win and a matching ring for myself. Also, a jeweled breast badge of my family crest for Win to wear on formal occasions. Cost isn't a factor, but I'd like them before POTUS starts sending Win out and about for him.
Luke and John asked Piero and Win to take a drive with them. As we joined our hosts in their armored Range Rover we asked where are we going. "You'll just going to have to wait and see!" Taking the long scenic trip to the Worthington Executive Complex, Luke and John explained security refuses to let us take the same route repeatedly. We have to take new routes almost every time we travel by vehicles.
Arriving at the Worthington Executive Complex, we exited the Range Rover to see a big hole in the ground. "And this is what you brought us to see... an empty hole?" You two executives are indeed over worked! Luke and John only smiled and asked us to join them as we walked to Yuuto's R&D building.
We found Yuuto's office absolutely beautiful and I definitely agreed with Yuuto the Koi were a fantastic addition to any stress relief program. Luke and John asked Yuuto if he had the 3D presentation of the new building. As Yuuto smiled, the lights dimmed and a state of the art holographic projection started and a beautiful building appeared in the center of the room. Luke commented he had asked Yuuto to design and build an office complex for Michael Allen Roberts and his staff with enough additional space for you and your staff also. There would be two sections of the building totally independent of each other. It should be ready for occupancy by the time you get back from accompanying your partner on his "around the world" trip for POTUS.
As we were leaving, I whispered to Yuuto to make certain to add a large Koi tank to our side of the building. "I can't believe how beautiful and relaxing it is!" Yuuto only whispered back: "CONSIDER IT DONE"!
Returning to the Penthouse, we made a side trip and stopped at our friendly tailor. Luke advised Piero needed a complete set of formal wear both for a black tie and white tie dinner. Win needed an Ambassador Uniform so both of you strip down to your skivvies and let the man update your measurements. And, you both better get a few Business Suits for casual wear. The days of jeans, sneakers and a polo shirt are OVER! (Our friendly tailor enjoyed his job all too well!)
"Allen's" renovated mansion in Virginia was indeed beautiful. It was an old plantation mansion updated with all the modern features and security for a corporate giant of his stature. Piero and Win were most happy with his "hand me down" Penthouse adjoining T&T's. They both knew the vast amount of knowledge and political cloud which existed just a few steps outside of their Penthouse door.
T&T invited us for dinner and commented Yuuto would be joining us. When Yuuto was invited his first comment was: "What's on the menu"? T&T only commented if you don't like the menu you can always pick up pizza on your way home.
As we sat comfortable in the Great Room of T&T's Penthouse prior to our Marriott feast, they informed us what was about to be shared hadn't been disclosed even to POTUS, SecDef, the Pentagon or any one in government. We ask for your discretion and I hope you'll understand once we have "read you in". Asking Yuuto to bring up "Mama Bear" a life like form immediately appeared in the Great Room. Yuuto commented this is a second generation artificial intelligence designed to provide the ultimate in security. You may see her apparition walking through your Penthouse at night as she is on guard duty from the time you set your security at night till you unlock your Penthouse in the morning. You two are on her primary protection list as are T&T as she guards both Penthouses. When there is any threat to anyone on her primary list... (Now, don't panic!) she turns into a vicious bear which has the ability to scatter the atoms of any living flesh.
Our AI programs exist at Fort Connor, the Penthouse and Camp Phoenix. If the Pentagon ever knew of the existence of this program, they would attempt to weaponize it. It was designed for protection and to honor the great people in our lives. The AI at Fort Connor is a life size depiction of Connor Williams. The AI here and at Camp Phoenix is a life size depiction of Mama Bear. We urge you to let our AI provide protection, but we can restrict it to T&T's Penthouse if you so desire.
"How stupid do we look"? I only hope you add another AI for the Mansion resident of Michael Allen Roberts. I'd hate to have him loose this level of protection in leaving the Penthouse. T&T nodded to Luke and John who commented: "CONSIDER IT DONE"!
Security apologized for interrupting but there was a guest requesting admission to the Penthouse. T&T authorized admittance and immediately ushered him into their study. As the guest opened the locked attachι case, which was chained to his wrist, he gave the items to T&T for their approval. Commenting on the quality, they signed the delivery receipt and thanked their jeweler for his prompt service.
Asking Piero to join them in their study, his smile was from ear to ear as he saw the beautiful jeweled items and knew how fantastic they would look being worn by his lover. As our group join the rest of the family in the Great Room, Piero took the floor and wanted to make a few comments. He had loved his beautiful partner from the moment their eyes first met. When he was a poor penniless imp he had been blessed with a wonderful partner to share my life and future. Now that all has been revealed to me, I have asked T&T to help me and conspire to show my partner how much in love we truly are. I, Piero, Duke of Bern, am acknowledging to the world my partner in this life and the next. Taking Win's hand, he placed a beautiful jeweled ring of the Duke's family crest and pledged his love to Win for all eternity. Win wanted to drag Piero off to their bedroom and show him how much he truly was in love with this man.
"Down Big Boy, I'm not finished!" As T&T handed him the large presentation case, Piero continued this is to show the world my love for you and that you are my partner in life. Opening the presentation case, the room gasp to see the beautiful jewel encrusted crest of the Duke's family. Win couldn't fathom the cost of this item and would always wear it in pride of being the partner of Piero. (Now can we go to bed?)
Piero was walking mighty funny when it was time for their evening dinner and Win was tempted to eat "ala natural" as much as even light boxers rubbing against his cock was causing him agony. T&T, Luke and John only smiled thinking: "Been there, done that" as they quietly whispered to Win to use some of Doc's super lube. It is in your bedroom night table.
After consuming far too many calories, we adjourned to the Great Room and T&T commented they had one last gift to celebrate all of our recent events. Producing what only could be a presentation sword they commented: "No Duke would be complete without his dress sword." The Pummel was jewel encrusted and had the Duke's family crest layered in Silver and Gold. When the tailor delivered their order, Piero was surprised to find a dress uniform which T&T had the Curator of Militaria at the Smithsonian research so our friendly tailor could recreate it properly. Win only smiled and commented it isn't so easy to laugh at me when I have to wear my horrid Ambassador's outfit. Welcome to the club, Duke!
Piero quietly whispered to Win: "When I get done with your ass tonight you won't want to be wearing any clothes for a week!" Win took Piero's hand and returned to their bedroom. T&T had some remorse in soundproofing the bedrooms in their penthouse. Perhaps security could install some of their micro cameras... NAH... even former imps deserve privacy.
As our friendly group was enjoying brunch, Security announced a guest requesting to talk with our new Ambassador. With the President's compliment. Handing Win a package the Officer abruptly departed the Penthouse. Enclosed in the parcel was the itinerary for Win's first government "junket" and diplomatic passports for him and Piero. No one was surprised when the first stop on their world junket was to England and to the Court of St. James.
Tea with Her Majesty the Queen went without incident and Piero and Win had a fast learning curve of "polishing egos" and "sucking up" with the bureaucrats they were forced to endure.
Both Piero and Win agreed that France would be the last place they would ever want to visit again. The French officials needed a refresher course in world history and the role the United States played in saving their collective asses. Our pair of former imps were welcomed in most of the countries of Eastern Europe and were greeted as returning heroes when they landed in Switzerland. It was treated as a national holiday and the Swiss citizens were elated to have their Duke returning to them.
Both of our new diplomats stood tall and COLD atop of the Kremlin wall as the Russian Military passed in formal review. Yes, the Kremlin was out to impress our new Ambassador and Win was happy the next stop was Italy including the Vatican.
The Italian officials were warm and welcoming. Both Win and Piero enjoyed their trip to Venice and to all the fine world renown studios producing art in diverse mediums. Finally, they reached the Vatican and were honored to kneel before the Pope and to be blessed by him. Little did they know in a few years they would be returning to the Vatican to watch a pivotal moment in the history of the Catholic Church.
The stop in Turkey was tenuous... tenuous would be describing the event conservatively. The government officials were most rude and the salvation of the trip was meeting the head of the Eastern Orthodox Church in Constantinople.
Arriving in Israel, Piero and Win were warmly greeted by the Leib brothers and a formal state dinner was arranged in their honor. Uri who had been groomed since he graduated from Harvard had finally become the Prime Minister of Israel. All three brothers were such wonderful friends and the love they shared as a family was so apparent to all who knew them. If it hadn't been for these damn uniforms Piero and I had to wear, we would have enjoyed the State Dinner.
Onto South Korea and the fantastic experience of meeting some wonderful people and U.S. soldiers... and then onto Bruni and dining with the Sultan. A once in a lifetime experience and definitely one to be treasured. We flew onto China and were warmly greeted by the Chinese official and were guests at a military review of the latest developments in the massive military of China. We shared with the Chinese officials the continued concerns over the hostile acts of their neighbors in North Korea.
Arriving in Tokyo we were warmly greeted by Hikaru and he assured us of meeting the Emperor before we left. Hikaru wanted us to meet his friends in the Japanese Special Forces and the day trip truly was enjoyable. It was so rare for a member of the Japanese Imperial Family to be so warmly greeted in an informal setting. The men truly loved Hikaru as a person even if he was a member of the imperial family. When I heard the story of Hikaru's first visit to their unit, I burst into laughter of this little imp offering an "Imperial Marine" a Blow Job. "A Red Faced Hikaru only muttered he'd never live it down!"
Stopping at Guam and Midway to show our support of our Military stationed there and the American citizens we finally landed in Hawaii and I swear we had more military protection that POTUS does at the White House. POTUS had issued a dictum... if anything happened to us while we were in Hawaii there would be an Army General and a Navy Admiral that would be digging latrines and cleaning garbage pails until they retired. Damn, POTUS was playing hardball. At least we got to visit Johann at the Jesuit Seminary and he looked happier and more content that we had every known him. The future that awaited him would change all of our lives.
Finally, we were headed back to the United States proper and to say we were tired and exhausted from this long and exhaustive junket would be an understatement. POTUS continually had contact with us informing us of all the good we were doing and how we were opening doors and building contacts that would greatly improve the role of the United States on the World Stage.
We stopped at a few large Military bases once we got to the mainland USA but POTUS refused to let us step foot in the state of Texas. Returning to Washington, we spent a few days of rest and relaxation even if I ended up barely able to get out of bed in the morning and it was impossible to put my legs together. Piero could be an animal at times and I always loved him more. (Paybacks are hell and I will get even!)
T&T joined us for brunch and asked if POTUS had plans for us today. As nothing was on the agenda, T&T wanted to show us our new office complex. We were excited to see the building Yuuto had designed as our corporate office. Just entering the building it was obvious Yuuto had designed the ultimate in security. Our portion of the building was indeed spacious and our offices were the highest and ultimate in refined function and quality of material. (I didn't even want to know the cost of the Koi in my office aquarium, but I knew Yuuto had selected the best of the best available from Japan.)
The Alpha Zulu HR Dream Team had selected our Administrative Assistants from the pool of 50,000 applicants interested in a posting to Alpha Zulu. The deepest security check showed them to be most trustworthy. They were indeed qualified to address most issues and know what items required our review and approval.
Two "secretaries" were selected for our administrative needs and were former Navy Yeomans who had provided support for four star admirals. They were eminently qualified!
As our office operation would also be paperless, Yuuto had hired computer techs to provide the day-to-day support we required. All of them were M.I.T. grads and over qualified for the support role they provided. They were honored just to work in close contact with a person of Yuuto's caliber and reputation. Piero and I accepted the fact we would need to be doing something super special for our special little friend and former imp.
T&T had made the decision and purchased a Midnight Blue armored Range Rover, one for each of us. Combined with four fully armed suburbans with top mounted Mini-Guns, we had a roving arsenal whenever we traveled.
Luke and John warned us there was a long line of Salesperson for Executive Jets wanting access to us. Make certain whatever you buy can land at Fort Connor and have T&T help you with it being customized. This is a huge major purchase and we want to make certain you'll enjoy it for a long time.
Consider sinking around $20,000,000.00 USD in purchasing a good corporate jet after you have it personalized and then you have the cost of the crew. Luke and John have good contacts within the military to find qualified pilots who want to go into Corporate Flying to be able to spend time with their family. Luke and John can do the preliminary selection and you two can make the final determination. Yes, it is a major expenditure but something you'll find absolutely essential in the current business climate.
As we were starting to enjoy a casual dinner with T&T a knock at the door brought a Presidential Military Liaison who only commented: "With the Presidents Compliments, Ambassador Thorp is requested to join the President at the White House at 1300 hours in his residence for a light lunch. Duke Bianchi is encouraged to attend also. (The man pulled a disappearing act on us before we could ask any questions.)
T&T only smiled and commented: "Let the good times begin"!
As the Secret Service escorted Piero and me to the third floor residence, POTUS arrived on time (Which is a miracle) and was all smiles. Piero, Win... glad to see you could make it. I've ordered a light seafood salad for lunch, something we can all enjoy. As I was enjoying a mouth full of delicious seafood, POTUS calmly made the comment: "I'm appointing you as our Ambassador to the United Nations. Time to put all those connections you just made to good work." I nearly choked to death on my mouthful of shrimp.
"Thank you Mr. President, but you certainly did surprise me." The Secretary of State will meet with you on Monday and his staff will give you the schedule for your orientation. "The Duke will look mighty sharp at your side!" You two are becoming a "power couple" of Washington Politics. I'm so glad to have you on our team.
I would have never survived my years as our Ambassador to the United Nations without Piero dragging me away from New York and us enjoying the Mini Mansion at Fort Connor. The men always welcomed us back with open arms and our Cardinal Chaplain and Father Dominic were always there to help us destress.
We all were curious as to how Johann was in his studies to become a Jesuit Priest... All the reports being sent to the Vatican were glowing at the quality of priest and the studious nature of our former imp. Piero and I thought back to the times we three imps terrorized the men of Alpha Zulu and the many morning we were found naked and hanging at the top of the flag poles.
Yes, we loved the men of Alpha Zulu and still do. When we asked about our former protector General Trevon we were advised he completed his tour as Commandant of the Marine Corp and is now a senior military advisor to POTUS serving on the White House Staff.
POTUS had a long range plan and if we had known of it Piero and I would have indeed bought a deserted island and retreated to it. As his eight years in office was coming to a close, he was unable to run for an additional term. As he opened the Democratic convention, he surprised all the delegates when he asked for unanimous support for General Darnel Trevon for the Democratic Candidate for President of the United States.
A deathly quiet came over all of the delegates as they pondered the comment just made by POTUS.
POTUS continued, as General Trevon's running mate there couldn't be a better selection than our Ambassador to the United Nations Winthrop Thorp III. As the power brokers negotiated with the Democratic candidates that had fought through the state primaries for delegates, by Wednesday of the convention every candidate took to the podium and asked their convention delegates to support a Trevon/Thorp ticket.
Piero only looked at me and commented I wanted to work in government. It sure looks like you are getting your wish BIG TIME! As General Trevon took the stage to make his acceptance speech, he assured all the delegates he had made a commitment long ago to serve our great nation and if elected he would be a President of All Americans. The delegates erupted in praise and the Republicans knew it would be a next to impossible road for them to retake the White House for the next 16 years.
Yes, I wanted a job in Government but as Vice President being groomed for the Oval Office in eight years... That was never considered and frankly scares the hell out of me. Darnel was a fantastic teacher and helped me to walk the halls of power in Congress. I became an expert in the world of negotiating and pushing legislation through Congress that improved the lives of millions of American and especially our soldiers in the military. I was so proud of this former Protector and knew his dedication to the United States.
I was into my first year of my second term as Vice President of the United States. As I was working in my office in the Capitol Building, I was suddenly invaded by a multitude of armed secret service agents physically removing me and putting me in an armored vehicle as we raced to the White House. "What in the hell is going on?" I was in shock when I was told the President had been shot and at the moment it was a fluid situation. I immediately contacted Luke and John and asked for them to please secure Piero at Camp Phoenix until all this gets figured out. After hearing the news of the assassination attempt upon the President they knew definitely what I meant.
Worthington Security burst into Piero's office and his feet never touched the ground as they removed him to his Armored Range Rover. Immediately transporting him to the Executive Airfield, Luke and John joined him as Worthington Actual went airborne and was soon accompanied by a squadron of fighter jets. Explaining to Piero he should always be listening to the national news because as of this moment your partner is the interim President of the United States and if Darnel dies, he will immediately become the President.
Win has ordered us to lock you down at Camp Phoenix and frankly I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of his wraith if anything happens to you regardless if he becomes the new President.
At 0300 hours the following morning, President Trevon asked for our Cardinal Chaplain and received the Sacraments of Anointing of the Sick and Final Communion. At 0316 hours our friend and President closed his eyes as he grasp the hand of his partner, his eternal soul was escorted to his eternal rest by our ever faithful Roger.
I ask for the Chief Justice of the United States to wait until Piero could be transported to the White House before I took the Oath of Office as President. This would allow time for the Media to arrange for it to be televised. As my partner in life held the bible, flanked by cabinet members, Joint Chiefs and the Alpha Zulu generals I took the oath of office of the President of the United States.
"I, Winthrop Thorp III, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States, (so help me God)."
I thanked the Chief Justice and shook his hand. This was the first of three events that would result in major changes in the politics of the world.
The same week, the Pope contacted our Cardinal Chaplain and asked him to travel to the Jesuit Seminary in Hawaii and to perform the ordination of Father Johann Emmanuel. He is to be assigned to the Army Chaplaincy Program and upon completion of his orientation assigned as your assistant at Fort Connor.
The Officers and men of Alpha Zulu were elated when the Chief of Chaplains announced that "Captain Emmanuel" was being assigned as part of the Chaplaincy Program at Fort Connor.
The third event that occurred within weeks of each other was the sudden death of the Pope. Our Cardinal Chaplain and Father Dominic were immediately on their way to Rome and to "Conclave". Speculation abounded as to who the new Pope would be. The World was in shock when the white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel on the first ballot and a virtual unknown to the Catholic world, our Cardinal Chaplain, was now the Pontiff of the Catholic Faith.
Father Emmanuel was now out of the "frying pan" and into the "fire". This is what he had prepared for all of his life and he prayed he could fulfill his destiny and still provide for the spiritual needs of the men of Alpha Zulu.
The President's partner wanted a quiet and dignified funeral with as little pomp and circumstance as possible. It was to be a military funeral and accordance with honors provided for previous Generals who had died in battle. The funeral service would be held in the chapel at Fort Connor and internment would be at Arlington National Cemetery. Friends and family ONLY and I reaffirmed as President of the United States the request would be honored.
As the dust began to settle, I realized Piero and I could be in this fishbowl for the next 11+ years. We had just over a year before we had to decide whether to run for this office or retire quietly. Father Emmanuel would become my spiritual advisor and Piero and I would be making many a trip to Fort Connor to contemplate my future. I was happy to be in attendance at Fort Connor when Father Emmanuel had completed his six months of probation and our Commanding Generals gave him his Commissioning Oath as a Four Star General. Prior to his next Mass, our Generals quietly approached him with a gift received through the Vatican Ambassador. Enclosed was the gold and silver four star stole worn by our Cardinal Chaplain before he was given his fifth star. Father Emmanuel was in tears at this wonderful gift and that the pontiff would even have time in his hectic schedule to even think of him.
I had to smile and chuckle when my Press Secretary commented he had been approached by the "Allen" show to be part of their annual reveal of the "Beefcakes" calendar expose for charity. No problem, put it on my calendar and it sounds like fun.
Little did I know, as the show opened and "Allen" introduced Piero and me as guests, the first slide on the big screen was us three imps hanging naked from the flagpoles at Fort Connor. Piero and I admitted we are guilty as charged and deserving of the retaliation by the soldiers at Fort Connor. We were three monster pranksters at that stage of our life. I might add our third co-conspirator is now an ordained Catholic Priest. Of those three imps hanging naked from the base flagpole: One is the President of the United States, One is an Executive of a major international corporation and One is an Ordained Catholic Priest. One never knows what a youthful prankster can become in life.
The theme of this year's calendar was "Power Brokers of Washington". As the beefcakes of the Calendar were introduced by months, as skimpy as their thongs were, they might as well have been naked. The audience went wild as each month was revealed. When the beefcakes for "December" were revealed I sure hope everyone at the Penthouse, Fort Connor and the Worthington Office were turned in. The Beefcakes for December were Luke and John Worthington.
As the twelve couple strutted their stuff around stage, "Allen" gave the studio and televised audience instructions on how to vote. All money would go to the Charity of the winning duo and the money would be match dollar for dollar by "Allen's" foundation. As hot as Luke and John look in a speedo they came in SECOND! The winning beefcake duo absolutely could produce an erection and orgasm in the most devout celibate man of God. What surprised everyone, the Charity they chose to donate all their winnings was the Worthington Foundation. Both men had met and been part of the "Roger's House Program" sponsored by the Worthington Foundation. They were happy to be able to in some small way acknowledge how much it had helped them in life.
Little did the men know, before they were off stage Piero was on the phone to his administrative assistant telling him to offer both men employment and find them a position within one of our three corporate worlds. One of us needs men of this caliber. Even Luke and John (who lost to them) agreed they were fine competitors and definitely team players. If we have an opening in the Worthington Group, they would indeed make a fine addition.
Luke & John's next trip to Fort Connor had a slide show projected on the big screen in the mess showing numerous photos of the two when they graced the flagpoles of Fort Connor and every possible screen capture from their display on the "Allen" show and of course their erotic display in the beefcake calendar. The 400+ soldiers of Alpha Zulu had collectively voted and donated over $5,000.00 in support of our former imps. Luke and John thanked them and told them the winners are always the children of the Worthington Foundation Programs.
Luke and John never lived it down for years as the Board of Directors of Worthington Industries ordered a special run of the Calendar and had over 10,000 calendars distributed throughout the Worthington Empire. Luke and John were the wet dream of many a female Worthington employee and definitely the gay male Worthington employees. Every employee in the Worthington Group definitely smiled when Luke and John entered their office.
As it was nearing the time for Win to decide whether or not to seek a second term as President in his own right, he asked Piero to join him at Fort Connor for a few days to discuss their future. Win had won 92% of the votes in the Electoral College in the past election and over 85% of the popular vote in the country. The Democratic party definitely wanted him to run for a second full term but was it fair to Piero? He was putting the man he loves at risk just by being President. Piero was the first to state the obvious... all of us are at risk just walking out of our homes. You were destined for greatness and I'll always support you whatever your decision. You just have to be certain to choose the right running mate so your programs continue after you leave office.
The running mate the Democratic Party selected during the last election was based on pure political consideration. If the Democrats wanted Win to run again, the selection of his running mate would be his alone and totally based upon the needs of the nation. POLITICS BE DAMNED!
Win knew he needed to make a special unannounced trip to Fort Connor. He knew the man he wanted as his running mate and to be the future President of the United States after his final term in office... Six Star General of the Armies of the United States Enapay Perez.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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