A/N: ANYTHING and EVERYTHING familiar belongs to JE.

Also: I had a request to mark if this is a Babe HEA or not…and I'm not telling. For me, that gives away the end of the story and I will not do it. With that being said, if you are only interested in Babe HEA's and do not want to risk reading anything else, I understand and wish you a happy day. However, if you love Ranger, I think you will want to stick around. I hope I make it worth it for you. =)

October 8, 2015

It has been a rough week, or I would have responded to you sooner. There was a "mishap" on one of our operations. Everyone will be ok, but we are now at a nearby base regrouping and re-strategizing. Unfortunately, that means this mission is going to be extended. That is really all I can say now. I just wanted you to know that I wasn't ignoring your email and that I am ok.

You asked if I loved Stephanie, the short answer is yes. The long answer is it's complicated. I love my parents and brother and sisters. I love my brother in arms. I love my daughter. I even love Rachel. And I love Stephanie. I love them all, but each differently. I would lie down my life for any of them, but I am not sure that I am willing to alter my lifestyle for any of them. I guess I am a selfish son of a bitch like that. I even gave up rights to my daughter instead of taking on a safe job at home.

If you are thinking of getting a pet, I suggest a dog. A big one. My vote would be German Sheppard, Lab or Rottweiler. They all have good characteristics and are easily trained.

Until Next Time,

Ranger.

A/N: Do you have anything you want to ask Ranger? Leave it in the review and I'll try to answer it in my story. ;)