Tim Fresco pulled into the parking lot at Fire Station Number Two, ready to begin his first day of work as a full-time permanent member of the Arlington Fire Department. His time as a medic in the Army had set him on a path that led him directly to a new career as an EMT in the civilian sector.
Civilian. Still not sure how I feel about that, to be honest. I thought I would be in until retirement.
He took a deep breath before grabbing his duffel bag and heading into the building.
“You must be my new partner,” a baritone sounded from his left as he stepped through the main entry.
“Yep. I’m Tim Fresco,” he said, extending his hand to the tall stranger.
“Jordan,” came the reply. “Jordan Baker. Nice to meet you, man. Follow me, I’ll show you around.”
“How long have you been here?” Tim ask
