NOTICE!!!

I've moved the original chapter 2 and made it 3. I felt this needed to be written, since it's the conversation between Mrs. Doe and Commander Hoo-Haw regarding her new employment. It's kinda funny, and Hoo-Haw may be a little OOC, but it's still humorous. Jane at least takes his flirtation like a soldier, even though she's nervous as all hell. But still, I think this was needed to make the story stronger.

Chapter 2

"Help Wanted"

3 years later

"So, it says here you're looking for a permanent job."

"Yes, that's correct, sir." Came a soft, hesitant voice to answer the much deeper one. The woman across the desk nervously fiddled with her hands, gulping several times to try and keep her trembles barely noticeable. It had been a long time since she had been in an interview, making her ask herself if she had been this frazzled when she had applied for Sheik Magazine seven years ago.

Her thoughts were put on hold when the buff military officer shuffled some papers containing her information, clearing his throat before he spoke, "You seem to hold outstanding credentials. Never been charged for a misdemeanor, not even a traffic ticket. A spotless record."

"Oh, thank you."

He brought his calculating brown eyes up to her, smiling a little when she placed a loose strand of blond hair behind her ear. "From what I gather, Ms. Doe, you're a hard worker. And spunky, with just the right amount of flare. We could use someone of your determination and unique…" His attention dropped to her bust line, "expertise."

Jane immediately followed to where his vision fell, grinding her teeth to keep her tongue in check. She hated how men looked at her like she were an item rather than a person. Something to ogle and drool over (no matter how flattering it was some times).

She quickly straitened her back, placing a little more strength into her voice in order to draw his focus back to her face, "Yes, but I also mentioned in the application that my skills are… how should I put this? underdeveloped."

"Not from what I can see." His comments true meaning not being lost to her.

The blond buttoned her blouses top button, gaining a slightly disappointed pout from Commander Hoo-Haw. "I'm a fairly fast learner," she went on to say, "and am quite ready to take on any challenge thrown my way."

Hoo-Haw nodded approvingly at this, glancing back to her papers, mumbling an 'I bet', under his breath. "Then tell me why else you made such a drastic career change. It's obviously not for higher wages."

Jane went a little pale, averting her eyes, not wanting to divulge the entire truth to a man that seemed more interested in her body rather than her thoughts. And when it came to reasons behind her prior jobs resignation… well… she was embarrassed to admit that even to her family. "I… you see…" -Breath, composure. Fake smiles, Jane -"I've always wanted to go to camp, even as a girl. My parents, on the other hand, thought it best to send me to etiquette schools during the summer instead. They preferred I work on my education and such, but I've always had a longing to work with children and be in the country."

"That's a very good response."

Thank you, it's mostly true too. She thought.

"And what a lovely sweater by the way."

Oh Lord, help me. Jane rolled her eyes, inwardly screaming in disgust. "If you want, I can give you the stores address so you can buy one for yourself." The sarcasm was covered by her cutesy act, making the Commander snicker, then file her application into a cabinet only to retrieve further papers. "You'll make a fine addition to the Squirrel Camp. They could use some good ole fashion charm."

"But my scouting skills-?"

"Like you said before, you'll learn. Every cabin is fitted with a Camp Manual. Besides, Ms. Mucus, or the other staff members, can help you with any questions you might have."

"Mucus?"

"Yes, a fine, hard working woman. She's been the Den mother's assistant for the Squirrel Camp for… well… ever since it opened."

"Shouldn't she be the one to run it then… and I become the assistant? I mean, it's only appropriate that someone with more experience be promoted-" Jane was slightly confused.

Commander Hoo-Haw waggled his eye brows towards the irked woman, leaning one elbow on the redwood desk, "Now where's the fun in that, Jane?"

"Riiiight." She got his intentions loud and clear. "And it's Ms. Doe, if you please."

The well built man gave a hardy chuckle, pushing the contract towards her. "You'll find out things run quite different here, Jane. I guarantee this job will change your life forever."

"So I get the job?"

His smirk broadened, casting a sinister look upon him. "Of course."