Philippa
Philippa entered the mess with Kade and was immediately hailed by some women sat at one of the tables. Touching Kade’s arm, Philippa spoke softly into his ear, “Why don’t you get us our dinner and I will join you in a bit.”
“Okay, don’t be too long though.” Kade replied, kissing her temple before heading off to the kitchen area at the back of the mess.
Veering towards the women’s table, Philippa smiled at them in greeting. “Is everything okay, ladies?”
One of women shifted slightly allowing Philippa to sit next to her. “Apart from the monotony of food options.”
“And the fact that we have been wearing the same clothes for nearly two weeks.” Another woman spoke up.
“Also, the sweaty men that are constantly in the cargo hold, ewww!!” One of the women shuddered.
“I quite
