He walked to the pantry while they continued with their discussions.

“What is your name, Cadet?”

“My name is Samuel, Your Excellency.”

“Fine name. What about your brother?”

“His name is Gerald.”

“Good. How old are you?”

“I'm sixteen years old.”

“Ha! Sixteen years? And you were on a suicide mission because of your brother-in-law?”

Samuel looked down and encouraged him, “Don't be shy. That is one of the attributes of a soldier. Dying for a good cause."

“Thank you ...