Tank POV The patch was priceless. It's hard to explain the emotions and pride I have for receiving such an honor. I held it reverently in my hand, emotions building inside. What this patch represents was higher than any goal I had set for myself. I am worried I won't be able to live up to the patch. But will give it my all. The best part tonight, on top of the recognition and new responsibility, was Max. I called her out, to me, and the blush that ran up her slender neck and into her cheeks made me smile. On the inside, I had to look serious on the outside. I stood, staring into her eyes, lost for a moment on how to approach this. Asking didn't seem enough to convince her, and standing before most of our patch members, refusal was not an option I could handle right now. I am on too h

