He fought his way through the crowds of civilians with the seabag on his back flinging left and right. The dock was so close and yet too many people stood in his way. There was a total of 2 minutes before the ship left dock, the ship he had received orders to be on at this time. Unauthorized absence was an offence chargeable under article 86 of the UCMJ or the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Well, he thought, shit happens. Nathan's legs carried him and his burden to the nearest restaurant. The Samsung Note II was retrieved out of his pocket and the number for his sponsor was dialed. No answer. Nathan took a minute to inspect his surroundings since upon his entering the restaurant his mind was occupied. The only thing he saw was burnt red curls, warm brown eyes, and contrasting golden skin. Dark red lips moved and the brown eyes were looking at him concerned. Once his brain transmitted the proper waves and his ears received them, he understood this goddess's facial expression.
"I'm sorry, please excuse my temporary lack of brain activity, but your looks would shut any man's brain down." Jesus christ, did he really just say something so corny? Too bad her anticipating expression was unnerving him and making him feel like a school boy again.
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RomanceNathan Henry has come a long way from the impoverished environment in which he was raised. 5 years in the US Navy have given him a respectable title, means of his own, and the ability to make any man tremble in his presence. Having very little fami...
