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The next day all by now emerged Easy-Co members sat outside and tried to enjoy the sun. They all knew that it wouldn't take long until they were on the road again. Maggie lay next to Bill, her head located in his lap so that he could stroke her hair.

Suddenly the boys became noisy and Maggie sat up to see what got them into action. When she stood up, she could see Floyd Talbert and Albert Blithe approach. Maggie was glad to see Tab again; they always had enjoyed each others company during their time at Camp Toccoa. Maggie didn't know Blithe too well but she was sure that he was a nice guy as well. As far as she knew he was very quite and shy.

The reappearance of two Easy members gave Maggie new hope for other comrades who were still missing.

Shortly after everybody had said "hello" to the newcomers, Harry joined them and announced their new mission. Because Lt. Meehan was still missing, Dick was still their CO and Harry was in charge of first platoon.

They were to take Carentan so that the Seaborne could get from the landing zones into the back country. Because it was nearly dusk, Harry told them to hold light- and noise discipline. Luz got his own instruction:

"And no playing grab-fanny with the man – or woman – in front of you, Luz."

That – of course – provoked one of Luz' imitations of the higher ups: "Remember boys, give me three day-ys and three ni-ights of hard fighting and you will be relieved."

Sometimes Maggie thought that Luz was just a big child but she was very glad he was a member of her company. He always knew how to cheer the men up and always had a joke on hand; even if they were a little indecent most of the time… As if to prove that point he added:

"Another thing to remember boys: Flies spread diseases, so keep yours closed…"

Maggie had to smile to herself. Luz didn't know how right he was with "his instruction". During their time in Aldbourne many boys had made the acquaintance of some young women and apparently had forgotten to contracept properly so that there were many cases of STDs. Maggie knew this from the widow she had lived with. She worked as a nurse and regularly helped out at the local aid station.

On their way to Carentan they lost Fox-company; two times! Maggie couldn't believe that they were so stupid. Orders were to stay in contact with the sister companies, but apparently the men of Fox had better to do.

While they waited for the second time, Dick and Lew approached Maggie and asked what was going on.

"We're Fox-hunting again…" Maggie told them.

Dick and Lew smiled at each other but Dick's smile quickly faded. Maggie could see clearly that he was worried.

"I don't understand how something like this can happen…"

"This is about officers forgetting about their training, Lew. C'mon, let's see if the boys have found them. I'll see you later, Mag." And with a small smile he was gone.

Maggie talked to Bill while they waited. After she had yawned for the third time, Bill pulled her against his broad chest, so that Maggie could rest awhile.

When Lew and Dick came back, Dick saw Maggie cuddled against Guarnere and against his volition he got jealous. He tried to make an indifferent face but his best friend had already seen the jealousy cross his face.

"Dick, they're just friends. Believe me; Maggie loves you and only you!"

"How do you know that?"

"Because I have eyes in my head?! Everybody can see the affectionate looks she gives you. And then there's that special smile that seems to be reserved only for you…"

"Lew, have you gone crazy?! A special smile for me… Maggie always has a beautiful smile."

"Yes, she does. But it's even more beautiful and a little brighter when it's directed at you. If you don't believe me, you should just observe her better."

"If you say so…"

"Of course, after all I'm the intelligence officer!"

Lew just received a small smile before Dick went away. He shook his head; he couldn't believe that his normally so smart best friend was so stupid and clumsy when it came to women, especially that certain one…