Another installment in the "Elvis and Georgie Forever" series. I hope you enjoy - please let me know what you think. I wanted to explore what life would be like for them being married and in the military. It does fuel their passion.
"Who Dares Wins"
Elvis was sat behind his desk at SAS Training HQ sipping tea from his stainless steel traveling mug. He was studying reports on the progress of the candidates. They had begun the endurance phase of selection. Once completed, those remaining would be provided tactical training before heading to Belize for the jungle phase. That's where Elvis came in. He would not accompany them to Belize but would provide instruction on survival techniques and patrolling in 4 man units. He was strictly involved in Hereford. However, as proposed when he transferred to training, he would remain on standby for counter terrorism activity in the UK. Elvis was no longer an overseas operative but was still required to maintain top performance should he be summoned to assist in thwarting an imminent attack. So, Elvis continued to arise early every day and put himself through a demanding array of physical exercises, maintain healthy eating habits and engage in some of the classified officer briefings.
He sat back in his chair. Endurance had thus far reduced the initial number of candidates by fifteen. One hundred ten had applied. Elvis rubbed his hand down his face remembering how arduous selection was. It was the worst and best experience a soldier could submit to. Becoming a member of SAS was one of his two major life goals. The other was marrying Georgie. He worked hard to achieve the rank of captain and even harder to earn the coveted beige beret and badge of the SAS. He had told Georgie he would give it all up for her. She told him she did not want him to do that. Their compromise was Elvis at HQ and Georgie would continue to tour until they decided to have children, or sooner. They were both open to other options. Being a married couple in the military was tough. They were trying their best to deal with it.
Elvis took another sip of tea and smiled, wondering what Georgie was up to? She was currently on a training mission with 2 Section. He always worried about her but knowing his best mate was her CO provided Elvis with a much needed source of comfort. He also trusted 2 Section and laughed to himself wondering when Fingers would finally make the move to attempt selection. Heaven knows Elvis answered enough questions for him. Elvis pinched the bridge of his nose and picked up one of the candidate's file, eyes scanning the print. There were a few that were demonstrating promise. They seemed to have the steely determination that would see them through when the best could become the worst.
Elvis looked up at the picture on his desk. Georgie had given it to him. The frame was gun metal gray and the photograph was she and Elvis on their wedding day. A smile lit up his face as he gazed at it. Georgie was wearing "the dress" she had secretly stowed away and looked absolutely beautiful. She was radiant. Elvis was wearing his SAS dress uniform. They were posed on the steps of Manchester City Hall. He was absently running his thumb over his golden wedding band never taking his eyes away from their image. He could not wait to return home tonight. They had planned a face time date. Georgie would only be away two more weeks but to Elvis it felt like it would be much longer. Was he actually pining for her? Hell yeah he was! Suddenly there was a knock at the door. "Yes?" Elvis called out. Sargent Roberts opened the door and said, "Sir." Elvis responded, "Relax Roberts." Roberts said, "Down two more boss." Elvis pressed his lips together.
After the Sargent closed the door Elvis stood and stretched then walked toward the window. He peered out observing the candidates heading to the dormitories. It was a long and grueling day for them and he remembered how he felt back then. His feet felt like his worst enemy after rucking 28 km. He looked at his watch. 1630. In less than an hour he would be heading home. The anticipation of seeing Georgie animated on face time almost taking his breath away…..
