Bound by Duty (a reverse harem military love story)

Chapter 2: Concerns

Disclaimer: This chapter contains sexual activity between men.

As the day drew to a close, the three men found themselves back at Captain Alexander Stone's house, their shared home inside from the military compound. Officers had small houses scattered all around the compound so they could be ready to act at any time.

This added to the fact that the compound was literally in the middle of nowhere. The closest town was at least two ours away by car. It wasn't a large town, the population added up to about 3 thousand people. The amenities that this small town provided were more than enough for 500 people that the special forces compound houses.

The aroma of a hearty dinner filled the air as they settled around the table, their camaraderie evident in their relaxed banter and affectionate touches.

"So, what did you think of the new medic, Isabella?" Major Caleb Mitchell asked, his eyes glancing towards Lieutenant Ethan Johnson before turning to Captain Stone.

Captain Stone leaned back in his chair folding his arms in his chest, contemplating his response. "She has potential, that's for sure," he replied, reaching out to intertwine his fingers with Ethan's on the table. "But she's shy, almost to the point of being afraid. I could practically see her trembling during training."

Ethan squeezed Alex's hand reassuringly, understanding his concern. "She's just starting out, give her some time to find her footing," he said, offering his support. "Besides, she handled herself well during the drills. It's not easy being the only woman in a group of special force soldiers."

Caleb rested his hand on Alex's thigh and stated rubbing small circles while nodding to show his agreement. "True, it's not an easy position to be in," he said, his voice gentle. "Especially in a male-dominated environment like ours."

Alex sighed, appreciating the comforting touch from both his partners. "I'm not saying she's not capable," he clarified. "It's just that she seems so intimidated. I praised her performance, and she nearly broke down in tears."

Ethan leaned in, pressing a tender kiss to Alex's cheek. "It's possible she's not used to praise," he suggested. "Maybe she comes from a background where compliments were rare."

Caleb smiled, his eyes filled with love for both of his partners. "We need to be patient with her," he said firmly. "Remember, we were all new here once, feeling the pressure of proving ourselves. Isabella is no different."

Alex nodded, feeling comforted by the unwavering support of Ethan and Caleb. "You're right," he admitted, turning his head to give Ethan a soft kiss. "I guess I just need to adjust my approach with her. I don't want her to feel like she's constantly under scrutiny."

Ethan placed a hand on Alex's cheek, his touch tender and reassuring. "Just give her the space to grow and gain confidence," he advised. "She's capable, and with time, I believe she'll become an integral part of our team."

As they continued their dinner, the conversation shifted to lighter topics, sharing stories of past missions and humorous anecdotes from their time together. Izzy's name still lingered in the air, but this time, the men spoke with understanding and a sense of responsibility to help their new teammate thrive.

Later that night, as they prepared to turn in for the evening, Alex wrapped his arms around Ethan and Caleb. "Thanks, guys," he said sincerely, his heart overflowing with love for his partners. "For reminding me to be patient and supportive."

Ethan nuzzled against Alex's neck, leaving soft kisses along his skin. "That's what we're here for," he replied, his voice filled with affection. "We're a team, after all."