Hagans
August 9, 2029 10:59 AM
An aide, though Hagans storming around his room. I don't need an aide, he kept repeating to himself moving about, picking up, and straightening random things to try and keep his mind off of the idea. He felt almost hurt by the fact he was getting one. Hagans felt as if he could handle the situation well enough on his own. He never needed anyone before, so why now?
Then came a knock on the door. It startled Hagans, but he collected himself, went over to the door and opens it. Standing on the other side was a man in his uniform, hat to his side, and standing at attention.
"Colonel," he said snapping a salute.
Hagans reluctantly gave one, then motioned for the soldier to come in. He moved his way over to his bed, then sat down pushing his hands though his slightly greasy hair. Then Hagans looked up at the soldier.
"What's your name," he asked.
"Major Shellburn, sir."
"Major," Hagans paused in a questioning tone. "To be honest, I expected a Captain."
"Well," the Major replied. "To be honest, I don't full know why I'm here, sir."
"That makes two of us," Hagans replied. He was beginning to like this Shellburn. He had a slight sarcastic tone that Hagans could not help but admire. "What's your story?"
The Major looked hesitant to answer, but he straightened himself out and said, "I'm just a person wanting to make a difference, and protect those I love."
"A true soldier," Hagans replied sitting forward and crossing his fingers. "The same here." Now he really liked this Major. "The situation is a rather strange one right now, Major. But, it is important we do our jobs, and do them well."
"Yes, sir."
"And, my orders are to be followed no matter what, understood?"
"Yes, sir."
"Good," Hagans said standing up. He held out his hand to shake the Major's. "Welcome aboard."
Shellburn took it, then began to back away.
"Sir," he finally said standing still. "I heard people saying that you didn't want an aide. I won't get in the way."
Hagans gave a small smile and said, "I certainly hope not."
"You're getting another one too," the Major stated. "He too is a major, but more senior."
"Two," Hagans gasped. "Jesus Christ, does everyone not think I'm capable?"
"From what I hear, to be honest, you'll need all the help you can get," Shellburn stated turning around.
Hagans looked over at him and said, "You've been listening to the news too much. It's all speculation."
"A monster that feeds of nuclear energy," the Major replied. "I never thought that possible. I didn't even pay attention to that part of world history class. Guess I should've."