Planet X Pandora

Aaron

When she first bumped into him, it really caught him off guard. He was on an errand from the Commander. "Aaron please go fetch the recruit." he mocked in a high pitched voice. "Oh, Aaron, it's a really important job."  he snickered. Aaron absolutely hated the commander. Zia was always his first preference, and she would always get picked for the best missions. She was an example to all the new recruits and trainees. The Commander made sure of that. He, however was the bad example. Commander seemed to despise Aaron. I just can't believe the blind faith everyone has in the man. I'm like the only one that can see how evil he is. The thing that pissed him off the most was that his partner, Kyle, would say nothing to the old man, even when it really wasn't his fault. Kyle is such a dork. He would blindly follow the Commander and worst of all, he expects Aaron to do the same. As Aaron turned the corner, cursing at everyone, oomph! He collided straight into someone. He grunted, and looked to see who it was. He was going to go into a long speech about respect and dignity, when he saw who it was. The recruit. She was shorter than him, by a few inches, but she looked indignant. She looks like Zia. "You should watch where you're going." he said. "I barely heard you. You're good." he tried to compliment her. She snorted, her small, button nose upturned. Wait till Kyle see's her. It took him a long time, but he managed to let him lead her to the Mess hall. She'll be overwhelmed. Atleast the old man doesn't have a reason to yell at me. Gods he hated him. He introduced her to everyone, and felt her shake nervously at his side. He wanted to put his hand on her shoulder, but she would tell him off. She's a proud one. Like Zia. To him, the resemblance was striking. Same sharp features, tanned skin, dark hair. Just then, his stomach grumbled. The delicious smells wafted his nostrils. I could eat a Zeke right now. He sat down to eat. Where in the world is Kyle? He never misses lunch. He smiled to himself. He's such a gentle dork. His muscles make him look fierce. As he looked around for his partner, he saw Zia introducing herself to the recruit. Well that's a first. Zia never really talked anything but business. She was silent, and she observed. Kyle always teased him about the way Aaron looks at her. But it wasn't true. I just admire her. Thats all. Then he caught sight of Kyle, making his way to introduce himself to the girl. I'd love to see how this goes. He saw Kyle introduce himself, and ask her something. She nodded, and he looked down at his feet, turning beet red. Thats my boy! Aaron remembered all the flirting classes he had given his reluctant partner. He used to drag Kyle to the Medic hall, and teach him to flirt with the nurses. Kyle hated it. He got busted by me once. He just had to smile to himself. One of the nurses had reported them to a guard, and they were dragged to Commanders chambers. After the old man was through with them, he punished both of them to mopping the floors for a week. Aaron didn't care. It used to happen all the time. But Kyle looked like he was about to cry by the time Commander was done with them.

"Cheer up. " Aaron had said.

" Cheer up?! "

" okay. Fine don't. "

Aaron sat at the table, smiling to himself at the sudden memory , when he saw Kyle leading the recruit over.

" Hey Aaron" Kyle said, settling down next to him. The newbie sat across from them.

"Who are you all? " she asked

" I'll tell you later " said Aaron, stuffing his face with food.

She glared at him. First day here, she already hates me. They sat there talking, while Aaron tried to get the girl - Kashmir- to sit next to Kyle. After dinner was over, Kyle left sheepishly. I need to train him better. That is no way to treat a lady. Aaron showed Kash around the place, and she followed, listening intently. After he finished the tour, he led her to her to her room, and he retired early to bed. He barely hit his pillow, when he fell asleep.