Cardinal Emmanuel was ecstatic as he contacted the Generals and Gloria to announce a major breakthrough with Kichōna. It was a tearful moment, but the little imp admitted the experience of his rape and how he felt he failed his Samurai ancestors as he screamed and cried during the experience. The little imp didn't know his mother had also been raped by every man present and his father being a proud Samurai would never admit the abductors had also raped him. This trauma would have a negative effect on family dynamics for years.

 

At least Kichōna's father took the advice of his brother (OK) and started a physical relationship again with his wife helping her to adjust back to a normal setting and also to provide Kichōna with a sibling when he returned to Japan.

 

Adding to the family trauma was the death of their 2^nd son Omoikane (OK) who died when the bomb exploded at Camp Phoenix. He died holding the hand of his partner and lover Tony.

 

Cardinal Emmanuel was nearly ready to contact Hikaru and advise him it was time to return Kichōna to his family and to provide follow up mental health care through local resources. With the breakthrough we have made our little imp is now on the long road of recovery.

 

Hikaru was a very stressed out imp and few people knew why. His cousin had been killed during a kidnap attempt on his life (by The Family) and until his Uncle has another son Hikaru is officially the Crown Prince and heir to the Chrysanthemum Throne. Hikaru never sought or wanted to be the Emperor of Japan and a twist of fate now is making it all too likely he will ascend to the Chrysanthemum Throne.

 

Captain De offered to escort Kichōna home when the Chaplain feels he is ready to return to Japan. Hikaru pulled in one of the favors owed by POTUS and asked for Captain De to be temporarily assigned as Military Attache to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo. That will make interaction with Kichōna much easier when he is returned home.

 

Hikaru's responsibilities as the Heir Apparent to the Chrysanthemum Throne made it difficult for him to steal away and have quality time with his Japanese Special Forces Imperial Marine friends. They accepted Hikaru as "one of them" and even as they acknowledged his status in the Imperial Family... he was treated with the utmost of respect and every man would lay down his life to protect the little imp.

 

Hikaru has been advised of the necessity for Captain De to return to Washington at the earliest possible moment as he will be asked to head the personal protection detail for Luke and John (Gloria's sons).

 

This was a week for positive press for the White House, Pentagon and Fort Connor. After the Democratic Convention nominated the Commanding Generals of Alpha Zulu as their candidates in the Presidential Election, the major decision that would affect Alpha Zulu for years was selecting their replacements.

 

As the White House Press Secretary was finishing her morning briefing to the White House "Sharks"... POTUS entered and ask for a few minutes of their time. "Members of the Press... The President of the United States."

 

"The Secretary of Defense has received the request of General Sanchez and General Bradley to retire from active service." These brave men have served this country with pride and I have regrettably accepted their request. General Sanchez is the ideal candidate to replace me after I have completed my eight years in office and General Bradley will have eight years of training to continue the programs started by General Sanchez and myself.

 

Due to this unforeseen event, our Alpha Zulu HR Team has reviewed the files of over 1,000,000 service men and women to find the replacements for these two outstanding soldiers. It is with great pride that I am sending to the Senate my selections for Generals of the Armies of the United States and my Ambassadors at Large the following individuals.

 

Captain Robert Berrill as the Six Star Commanding General for Administration of Alpha Zulu

Command Master Sergeant Shawn Walsh as the Six Star Commanding General for Tactical of Alpha Zulu

 

Their military records and accomplishments will be available to the Press from our White House Press Office at the end of this meeting.

 

I urge the Senate to review my selections and approve their promotion to this high rank in our United States Military. Both individuals have my full faith in their abilities to lead this outstanding group of United States Special Forces soldiers and to represent the United States among the nations of the world. Questions can be directed to my Press Secretary.

 

Just a public "meet and greet" with the Senator is what POTUS told his nominees and they believed him until 22 THICK briefing books arrived at the Marriott Penthouse. The Generals who were hosting them only commented: "We survived, you will also"!

 

Gloria buried herself in work to avoid having time to think of Michael and how her heart had been crushed at his loss. Luke and John were truly the living flesh of the man she would always love. God had blessed her with two wonderful children and she now felt more like "Mama Bear" and could fulfill her destiny both as a Mother and as the CEO and Chairwoman of the Board of Worthington Industries and the new Worthington Group.

 

The first few years there were challenges to her heading the new corporate conglomerate, but with skill, tact and sometimes just pure "claws" Gloria proved she was a force with whom to be reconned. Few individuals, man of woman, wanted a second confrontation with this woman of authority.

 

Gloria was always a loving mother when she returned home at night and dreaded facing the reality of Luke and John relocating to Fort Connor. She would cherish every moment she could spend with her sons.

 

Only with the commitment of our Cardinal Chaplain were the sons of D&D and the Harrimans accepting the death of their fathers. Gloria felt honor bound to administer their corporation and represent the best interest of the children. Harvard was a given to provide them with the knowledge to head these vast conglomerates that support our military. Until they graduated and long after they started their families, Gloria would be "Mama Bear" to them also.

 

As soon as the military and civilian authorities finished combing through the destruction at Camp Phoenix... Gloria had architects on site to raise Camp Phoenix "from the ashes" AGAIN! This was a personal expense out of the family monies and she never hesitated to demand the finest finishes and state of the art electronics and especially security. Within a year, Camp Phoenix again hosted the cherish moments of our families being together.

 

The Director of Worthington Security submitted his resignation after it was known one of his employees was responsible for the bombing and deaths of three great families and corporate leaders. Refusing his resignation Gloria demanded he stick around until a thorough evaluation of our security by an outside consultant had been completed.

 

Everyone in the Worthington World, the Military and the Washington Politicians would have been aghast if they had known the individual hired to review the Worthington Security was the head of Mossad Counter Intelligence. Other than having access to Tokugawa's R&D facility, all of Worthington operations was open for his review and evaluation. Yes, heads would roll... Gloria wanted the assurance they would be the correct heads.

 

Prior to returning to Washington, Captain De had a long discussion with Hikaru and urged him to talk with the "Senior" Hashimoto and require both his son and his daughter-in-law have counseling in addition to his grandson. It has nothing to do with being a stud samurai... left untreated these traumatic events can come back and destroy a family without warning.

 

As the Hashimoto family were pledged to the Chrysanthemum Throne, a request from Hikaru would be considered a royal decree. Everyone wanted the best for this family even if they were Yakuza.

 

The Leib's were both elated and devastated over the revelation of Michael fathering two sons. The death of Michael devastated the family even knowing it is a risk for any man or woman in any military in the world. Gloria assured the family when Luke and John were of the age to understand the ramifications, she would not stand in their way if they wanted to connect with their extended family in Israel. As for now, the least amount of people who know who their biological father was... provides for the best security for our two imps.

 

With the Declaration of War declared by the United States against The Family, NATO invoking "Article 5" and the United Nations declaring The Family a terrorist organization and supporting military action by any country against it... a collation of nations headed by the United States decimated its Command and Control within a year leaving a scattered mass of unorganized cells around the world. Knowing the unbelievable amount of money this subversive organization has amassed over the years, we knew it will rise from the ashes but at least we have bought some breathing space and hopefully saved lives by being proactive and not reactive.

 

Fort Connor still had an occasional attempt by individuals or organizations to intrude onto our secure base to abduct or harm an imp... but to no avail. The officers of Alpha Zulu were actually thankful of these intrusions because it kept the skills of the Alpha Zulu team razor sharp giving the maximum protection for our imps.

 

As all the men who had proceeded them, our candidates to replace our Six Star Generals were in terror as they prepped for their command performance in front of Congress. Even being a forgone conclusion of their approval, being grilled by Senators for 16 hours is never a pleasant experience. Definitely not the time to get "foot in your mouth disease".

 

At least facing hostile Senators wasn't as traumatic after facing our all too friendly tailor to be fitted for their new uniforms. Fitting Caleb for his suits was a once in a lifetime experience our friendly tailor only prayed would happen again. We think Caleb's death was a greater loss to our friendly tailor than it would have been to Thomas if he had survived.

 

Returning from Japan, Captain De humbly accepted his new role as the Protector for Luke and John Worthington. Not knowing his promotion to the rank of a Bird Colonel came with the assignment. Luke and John may not have the genetic makeup of their namesakes, but they definitely had enough environmental influence to be major pranksters for the soldiers at Fort Connor. At least until they learned... Alpha Zulu Soldiers do get even. It can be mighty chilly hanging naked from a flag pole on a frosty fall morning.

 

Luke and John were maturing into fine young specimens of adolescent males. Colonel De was a great instructor helping them to build fine physiques. The Colonel instructed them on enough martial arts skills they should be able to incapacitate an abductor in an emergency. (The men of Alpha Zulu thought they had survived when all the little Japanese imps finally were returned to their family.) The first man who volunteered to go "one on one" with Luke in the ring at Fort Connor went hobbling to Medical afterwards grasping the "family jewels" pleading for a large ice pack. Our new Doc only shook his head commented: "When will they learn"?

 

By the time they were teenagers Luke and John could run 20 miles a day for PE, lift dead weight in excess of the minimums for imps their age and the only partners they could get in the "ring" with them were rookie "newbies" who were set up by their buddies.

 

The first major moment of exuberance is when Luke and John were offered to have "Live Fire" privileges... although they didn't appreciate having to disassemble and then assemble the firearms blindfolded. They were truly motivated and within 10 days were proud imp displaying their targets which they had annihilated.

 

Luke and John were always on their best behavior when "Mama Bear" flew into Fort Connor. They learned growing up if they got out of line too often, a couple of swats of her firm paw on their naked backside and they would be sleeping on their stomachs for a few days.

 

Mama Bear became the fund raiser for the Sanchez/Bradley Democratic ticket and her peers gave the maximum amount an individual can donate and most set up independent PACs to promote their election and support the Democratic party.

 

Many a career politician was unhappy their Presidential aspirations went down in a blaze of glory but they knew this is what was best for the party and the country. With control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives major changes in government policy would help the average citizen of the United States and increase the safety of the men and women in our military.

 

Yes, Allen was pleased at what he had accomplished in his eight years in the Oval Office. The peace and security he had brought to our country but now he was ready to retire to his estate in Virginia, write his memoires, enjoy his extended family and bounce his grandsons on his knees. Although, he never got used to hearing the scream of "INCOMMING" at sunrise in the mornings.

 

Allen accepted the offer from Gloria to be a consultant for the "Worthington Group"... even with the help of the retired Generals, it was a major workload to keep this huge conglomerate running efficiently and putting out all the "fires" that seemed to always occur at the same time.

 

Gloria was both shocked and elated when the test results came back for Luke and John prior to entering their online high school program. Gloria was far from dumb, but she had to study long and hard for good grades. Her sons must have gotten their "genius" from their father Michael. The days of easy classes and light homework were done and gone. Their new curriculum would challenge their minds as much as Colonel De and the men of Alpha Zulu challenged their body.

 

Their Junior year of high school Luke and John asked their mother if she had time to discuss a personal matter with them. Mama Bear would always make time for her sons. (Although, if she had known the topic to be discussed she might have reconsidered!)

 

"Who was our father?" The question Gloria knew she would have to answer some day. The boys and their mother could always discuss sex openly and honestly, so it helped much with this revelation.

 

"Your father was a wonderful man. It was love at first sight and we dated for years. Then my junior year a Harvard, he showed up unexpectedly and proposed giving me a diamond ring. That night before he returned to Israel, we made love and I gave him my virginity."

 

"Your father Michael was an officer in the Israeli Defense Force. He was forced to return to Israel and when I learned I was pregnant with the two of you I tried to contact him to share with him the good news. He was killed in action not knowing about bringing two wonderful sons into the world."

 

"Your grandfather is the Prime Minister of Israel, his brother the Defense Minister and his other brother is responsible for keeping all the sects of the Jewish Faith working together to achieve the goals of Israel. If and when you want to meet them, I'll arrange it with their approval."

 

Luke and John rushed into their mothers' arms and all three cried knowing the loss their mother felt over the death of the man she truly loved. They had no idea if they wanted to meet their relatives in Israel, but it is something the brothers would discuss over the next few years.

 

Hikaru was breathing easier and more relaxed when the palace announced the pending birth of a child of the Emperor. Hikaru might end up being the "Regent" but at least he wouldn't be the Emperor. Hearing the good news, he asked his security detail to arrange for him to visit his Imperial Marine Special Forces friends the next day. (And throw a few cases of Sake in the vehicles... it is time to celebrate!)

 

Their barracks party was so noisy it brought out the base commander and a security detail. The only reason the entire barracks wasn't put on report is HIKARU! Anyone in the military knew taking on a member of the Imperial Family was a career ending event.

 

Oh, was Hikaru paying the price when his partner got home late from the Defense Ministry. Hikaru was shown no mercy and he would have been walking bow legged the next morning if his head would let him know which way was "up"! Hikaru didn't know which hurt worse... His head from all the Sake he consumed or his Ass which his partner destroyed that night when he arrived home.

 

The entire event was classified "Top Secret" by the Ministry of Defense. (Sometimes it is great to have ones partner as the Field Marshall of the Japanese Defense Force.)

 

It was the day all of Alpha Zulu dreaded... July 4^th and the 50^th anniversary of Doc in the United States Army. Gloria invited Doc to spend a few days prior to the celebration at the Penthouse and bring along my two monsters with you.

 

At Fort Connor, Colonel Johnston was finally feeling like it was his medical and Doc wasn't looking over his shoulder evaluating him like a 1^st year resident. Without warning, his com goes off and he is ordered to report to the office of the Commanding Generals.

 

Knocking at the office door, Doc Johnston entered and went with the obligatory: "Reporting as ordered" routine. "Sit and be comfortable, you won't enjoy this discussion!" Pouring Doc a double "Nectar of the Gods" the Generals informed Doc he was expected in his dress uniform, proudly displaying all of his awards and a spit polish on his boots... report to the air field at 0700 hours tomorrow morning.

 

Our old curmudgeon of a doctor has one last "ASK" of POTUS and that is to have you sworn in as a four star general. Feel free to invite your partner after you pick him off the floor. Besides, everyone who is anyone in Washington wants to meet the man who "Doc" holds in such high esteem. And, if Doc left any of the Vance Moonshine in Medical when he left... tonight is not the night to imbibe.

 

This was a July 4^th celebration that Washington would talk about for years. A true Military spectacle. POTUS was the ringmaster which meant an invitation was a "command performance". The military list started with SecDef, the Joint Chiefs, the three star General with the disappearing act, four retired Six Star Generals, two active duty Six Star Generals, a Five Star Cardinal Chaplain and our Five Star Doc. Also, our new Alpha Zulu Medical Director who would be wearing four stars before the day was over. And, the "newbies" our nominees who will face the Senate and be confirmed as the new Six Star Generals of the Armies of the United States and Ambassadors at Large for POTUS.

 

We all knew the routine when the Marine Band struck up Hail to the Chief with full "ruffles and flourishes". Doc hated being the center of attention, but he knew today was something he had to accept and act like he was enjoying himself. POTUS lauded the career accomplishments of our reclusive doctor and how he had turned down the prestigious position of Army Chief of Medicine to stay and serve the men of Alpha Zulu. This brave man was awarded his fifth star and the Medal of Honor for risking his life going above and beyond the call of duty rendering aid to wounded soldiers during a massive attack upon Fort Connor.

 

During his 50 year tenure in the United States Army, Doc has been awarded about every medal and honor known (And, pissed off about the same amount of commanding officers and presidents.) (Everyone lost it in laughter!) There are hundreds of men alive today and still serving in our Army because of this talented man.

 

There is no award that can expressed our sincere gratitude to you for dedicating your life to medicine and to our great nation. But, Congress in its wisdom strikes again and I do believe this is an award that will never be awarded again. Congress has unanimously (a small miracle) authorized and I am honored to present you with a "Congressional Gold Medal". The face side depicts the "Staff of Asclepius" with "Presented by the Congress of the United States of America" around the edge and the back side depicts the "Great Seal of the United States". This is an honor presented on behalf of the American people by the Congress of the United States and I feel honored to be the person to present it to you. (The applause was unending. There never is a Command Master Sergeant around when you need one.)

 

Doc being a man of few words (and few words that were acceptable in mixed company) graciously thanked POTUS, Congress and his friends present. Doc continued... "I have rarely asked for any personal considerations during my 50 years in the Army. When I was advised of these proceedings I agreed to participate ONLY if my protégé was promoted to the rank of General of the Army as is awarded to the Medical Director of Alpha Zulu."

 

"Colonel Stephen Johnston, FRONT AND CENTER!" Are you prepared to take the oath of office of a General in the Army of the United States? "As unworthy as I am, I pledge my sacred honor to fulfill this great office." As we discretely handed Doc Johnston's partner a bible, we whispered that is his que... get with the program.

 

As his partner held the bible, POTUS administered his oath of office:

 

I, Stephen Johnston, General of the Army, do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.

 

To the background of the Marine Band playing the "National Emblem"... Doc nimbly removed his Colonel Eagles and placed his "old" four stars on his shoulders commenting he hoped they brought him as much good fortune as they had him while serving at Alpha Zulu. (And, if your Commanding Generals ever give you a hard time, just remind them how easy it can be to lose their "shot records".)

 

Our new General thanked POTUS shaking his hand and then Doc's. Holding his partner in a firm embrace, a kiss was shared that left every man present with a major erection and every woman with wet panties. Time for the obligatory "meet and greet" and work the crowd.

 

Turning to Doc, Doc Johnston gave him his true award of the day... A snappy salute which our ole curmudgeon returned smiling with great pride in his protégé.

 

Finally, the Celebration was drawing to a close as darkness fell upon Washington. With the music of the "March King" provided by the "President's Own" to set the mood, the major fireworks display illuminated the sky over Washington.

 

Now the true work began for us Generals, prepping our replacements to face their Senate Confirmation hearing starting Tuesday morning. The briefing books overwhelmed them and by Sunday night they threw up their arms and commented: "It was a lost cause"!

 

Gloria, Luke and John to the rescue... as Luke and John each sat on the lap of our terrorized nominees, they commented it is like a final exam... don't expect to get every answer right, just do your best and get as high a score as possible.

 

Gloria commented: "Have a great opening statement to dazzle them and preempt any areas in which you feel weak." Gloria turned to Luke and John informing them they were on shoe detail and she expected to see her face in the shoes of these two new Commanding Generals of Alpha Zulu. DISMISSED! (Mom has spoken and two imps vanished faster than our infamous Lieutenant General.)

 

Our two dedicated Soldiers were escorted into the Senate Committee Room by SecDef and the Joint Chiefs. As the Chairman gaveled the session to order he asked if the men had an opening statement to present to the committee. Thanking the Chairman in advanced, they had a few prepared comments to share with the committee:

 

"We have no idea why we were selected and nominated by POTUS for this high office and high honor. Long ago we both pledged our lives and sacred honor to our country and to the United States Army. We have never regretted a day we have served in duty to our country. This rank was neither expected or desired. We dedicated our lives to the service of our country and if this is where our Commander in Chief feels we can best serve the American People, we will do all within our power to fulfill our destiny. Senators, we look forward to answering any question with full honesty and disclosure. Whatever your decision, we thank you for allowing us to meet with you and sharing our answers with the American people."

 

Our two novice candidates might not have been so relaxed if they had known they had an 89% rating of the American Public watching their congressional hearing. The public questions by the Senators went without incident the first day and after lunch they adjourned for the closed door session. Remembering back to our closed door session during our confirmation, this is when the senators went for blood and all the money they could get out of the Pentagon. Our candidates must have survived the closed door session as they returned to the Penthouse stressed to the max and exhausted beyond belief. Their first comment was: "A firefight isn't as bad as those greedy Senators!"

 

It took a double neat "Nectar of the Gods" and a refill for our friends to unwind from the stress of the day. You need food and then a good night of rest. Luke and John are still on shoe detail so leave them outside of your door. Gloria is still at the office, but the imps know the drill... and if "Mom" is having a bad day they just as soon stay on her good side.

 

The second day of their confirmation hearing went as expected and a few senators tried in the public sessions to get commitments from the Pentagon for military spending in their state. NADA! We had briefed our replacements on how to answer questions of GREED... Direct their request to the office of the Secretary of Defense!

 

We all watched the big screen in the Great Room the next morning as the Senate in full session took a roll call vote and all but a few Senators approved our candidates for the offices of Six Star Generals of the Armies and Ambassadors at Large for POTUS. We knew when the phone started ringing it was the White House announcing when to appear for the official swearing in ceremony.

 

POTUS was wasting no time and wanted our two new Generals installed at Fort Connor so our existing Generals could hit the campaign trail as private citizens and take on their opponents without any negative effect upon the U.S. Army.

 

We'll never tire of hearing the "National Emblem" played by the Marine Band and watch as the Honor Guard and Colors are brought forward. It always makes me tear with pride and I thank God for allowing me to serve my life in the United States Army.

 

The Marine Band starts its Ruffles and Flourishes followed by Hail to the Chief. We all rise as POTUS walks in accompanying the Chief Justice of the United States.

 

We all stood and saluted the Colors as the Marine Corp Band struck up the Stars and Stripes Forever. Seeing our national emblem flying in the breeze always makes me realize how great it is to live in America and the Freedoms we take for granted.

 

As POTUS held the bible, each man repeats his Oath of Office administered by the Chief Justice of the United States:

 

I, Robert Berrill, General of the Armies of the United States, do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.

 

I, Shawn Walsh, General of the Armies of the United States, do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.

 

POTUS affixes their Six Stars to their shoulders and presents our new Generals of the Armies of the United States Robert Berrill and Shawn Walsh to the guests assembled and to the American Public. The Joint Chiefs snap to attention and render a snappy salute to these highest ranking individuals in the United States Military.

 

The White House Rose Garden is a beautiful setting for any ceremony. Our new Generals were fast learners at nursing a champagne flute and not over indulging and embarrassing themselves and the Army.

 

Finally, as the day was winding to a close, POTUS asked us to join him in the Oval Office. As we sat comfortably in the office with our old friend... he asked one last time if we really wanted to go to inactive status. Assuring him it was the best way we could serve our country, he signed the order and we were immediately two Six Star RETIRED Generals.

 

Fly back to Fort Connor and have the official change of command ceremony for the men and then there are two retired Generals who need to hit the campaign trail. And, as your friend, I have one last request... make certain to always wear your bullet proof suits. I am assigning an Alpha Zulu security detail for your protection. If you fight me on this I'll tear up your retirement request.

 

We arrived at Fort Connor the next morning and our new Commanding Generals were impressed at the proactive nature of our men. Our parade field was ablaze with the American Flag, the Army Flag, The Alpha Zulu Flag, our Six Star Flag, the Chaplain's Five Star Flag and our new Doctor's Four Star Flag. Yes, the men were proud of their leaders as much as we leaders were proud of our men. The Official Change of Command will be at our evening retreat. Advising the Command Master Sergeant to have our personal belongings forwarded to the Marriott Penthouse, we were mooching accommodations till we find out if we'll be living at the White House. CONSIDER IT DONE SIRS!

 

We walked around Fort Connor and said our Goodbye to our loyal friends. We truly hoped the next time we returned we would be as their President and Vice-President. We had one last important task to share with our new Generals.

 

Asking them to join us in their secure conference room... the doors locked and the windows darkened and our two newbies only wondered what they now faced. "Do you two believe in Ghosts?" "Only on Halloween!" Sit down, put your hands on the table and don't reach for your ankle holster if you are wearing one. Pressing the Connor button on my smartphone, he materialized as he came floating through the wall of our secure room.

 

As our two shocked Commanding Generals returned to reality, we advised them Connor was now a 3^rd generation artificial intelligence developed by Worthington Industries. Few people know of his existence and Connor is the reason why Alpha Zulu has had so few fatalities with all the incursions we have faced. Tokugawa will shortly have a "Connor Button" on each of your smartphones. Use it judicious. Not even POTUS, SecDef and the Joint Chiefs know of its existence. We are concerned they will try to reengineer it into an offensive weapon. We only use Connor in extreme emergencies. He may float through the walls of your bedroom at night and with the side effect of producing a massive ejaculation. Most of the men find it quite enjoyable.

 

Connor can respond to about any voice command you would give to a human soldier. We don't know if he would survive a nuclear attack and we hope never to find out. Connor is the ultimate defender of Fort Connor. For the next few hours we gave our replacements a short tutorial on Connor. I hope you will take the time and listen to the personal logs of the previous Commanding Generals. The War College and even the combat you have experienced can't prepare you for what Alpha Zulu has faced over the years.

 

Another quirk of Fort Connor is a guardian angel by the name of Roger. I suggest you break out a bottle of 20 year old Scotch and invite your Cardinal Chaplain over for the evening to give you a "debrief" on Roger.

 

And, most important, always keep a supply of doggie treats on hand in your quarters and a few in your pocket when you walk around base. Our Wolf War Dogs are doggie treat addicted and demand payment in full for any special requests.

 

To say Fort Connor is unique in the military is truly an understatement. If we are fortunate enough to win this upcoming election, you'll be seeing far too much of us at Fort Connor. That Mini Mansion is underutilized, and we will always call Fort Connor our Home.

 

Now, my nose tells me the Mess Staff is serving Prime Rib of Buffalo and the best feast one can have at Fort Connor. Let's get this Change of Command over so we can enjoy a great meal with the men and I can introduce you to the best unit in the United States Army.

 

I forgot to mention, our previous Command Master Sergeant was selected as the Sergeant Major of the Army and finishing his 30 years he has been offered a position with Worthington Industries he just couldn't refuse. Your "new" Command Master Sergeant was selected from over 1,000,000 men in the Army, and you'll find him without equal. Your administrative team is the best that can be found in the Army and you have a waiting list of over 5,000 applicants wanting to join Alpha Zulu. This alone speaks for the high esteem in which this unit is held.

 

Now, my taste buds have suffered enough... Change of Command, Retreat and then the Best Army food you have ever eaten.

 

If you ever have questions, we will always be as close as your coms and as there are four other living Six Star Generals, we all call Fort Connor our home.