“Alight. I'll do it. I'll speak with the Sergeant.” Private Carter slapped me on the shoulder gripping it tightly. “Good for you boy. It'll be the best decision you ever made son. Let me just check with the Sergeant real quick.” Private Carter left me outside with Private Nichols who had a mischievous grin on his face for some reason but I paid it no mind. “Hey Sergeant, I got a prospective recruit for you outside. You got time to see him? Looks like a real brawler; you know the type.” I heard some deep mumblings and then footsteps back in my direction. “Sergeant Hollyfield said he'd see you now. Make sure you are respectful and address him as Sergeant. You understand son?” “Yes Sir.” Private Carter gently pushed me inside and I walked down a narrow corridor until reaching a room painted

