is the second part.
Facilities Twenty Fourth Air Squadron Headquarters
Lackland AFB,
San Antonio, Texas. Friday, 0750 hours.
After Nixon go home, at the insistence of Padaleki, arriving at base stations, the three soldiers got out of the car and headed towards the main building.
walked to the rear exit, which led to training facilities and monitor airprisoner flights, noting the growing movement in place, both senior instructors, and officers who made up the training groups of very diverse levels in the military hierarchy.
greeted several times in two men wearing full uniform with medals, still a matter of prying eyes. However, some of have come to recognize, and to return the greeting, made a brief nod. That made Jensen feel walking in the clouds.
Nixon kept talking up a storm with Jared, pointing to the technological wonders possessed by the F-117. By contrast, Jensen saw more interest, S the prototype of a smaller plane that landed in one of the hangars nearby.
- What aircraft are those, Nixon? He asked at last getting the attention of the other two.
-Uh, I dunno. They say it will be the replacement of combat aircraft, but I seem too small and fragile.
Forcing a rare sight, Jared could see the legend of one of the boxes carrying some pieces of the aircraft.
-Lockheed ... What are the F-35?
"I really do not know. Hasand rumors, but nothing official, "said Nixon, shrugging his shoulders as they went. But a few steps, stopped and pulled his friend by the arm. Look, this is the general Pellegrino! My instructor!
The other two tried to locate who pointed out from a group of officers. Then found one that turned to where they were, and motioned Nixon to admit it, deciding almost immediately go to them. Jensen
Although the attitude of the instructor made it as suspicious, he remained undeterred, but the other two could not hide the excitement of seeing it go to wherewere watching them.
In the most exaggerated, Nixon bowed to his superior when he arrived a few steps. Jared almost imitated his friend, although he painted huge smile on his face did not disappear. Jensen only greeted by protocol. Pellegrino
The instructor returned the greeting with graceful movements, fixing his clear eyes on the faces of the two strangers. Then he smiled, making this the two young men to relax the formal greeting.
-Rest, gentlemen. "He then extended his right hand in aclear gesture of submission. I am General Mark Pellegrino, instructor in the F-117. Jared
Padaleki-Lieutenant, sir, "came forward Jared, reaching the hand to him in a warm greeting. I have heard many comments about you.
- Captain Jensen Ackles, sir! "Greeted his time, almost forcing Pellegrino to release the hand of Jared, who still held without much pretense. He felt jealousy, accompanied by a very fit and latent anger, began to knock on your door.
watched the top, changing its expression byfun. That made him get off a peg. He would not be so obvious to a possible - very possible, indeed! - Rival.
- Ackles? I think I've heard from you. "The only alluded to in a tense smile, turning to a seriousness that surprised even Jared. The general then turned his attention to the other two boys, ready to continue impressing. You're one of my students. But you did not see you.
-Ehr ... well. I plan to sign up for training for a pilot's license of the F-18, but Nixon has told me also that thereplaces for the Night Hawks. Pellegrino
smiled when he heard a predator. And that expression all the alerts fired the head of Jensen. It was as if seeing a huge cat hoarder had found a bird lanky and hormones, excited to have been discovered by such ...
"We squares, of course. Only a matter of who fill the roles of requirements, gives us a short form, and from Monday of next week, you'd be in one of the training groups.
"Sir, I have understood that it can not aspire to one of the cAzas of major navigation systems, flight and weapons without first licensed pilot "said Jensen, trying to stop the dangerous flirtation that were carrying in front of his face. Must first complete his training in the F-18
Pellegrino smiled, never taking his gaze from Jared.
- Do not have a license? Well, that's not an issue. I can arrange to deliver it to you within the same training in the F-117. Jensen
going to respond, to the admiration of Jared and Derek worship to that, obviously, malicious instructor, when another officer came up to its, Pellegrino calling to continue the review of the ships received.
- Mark, missing parts to tell us!
"I'm in a moment. "The colonel was then dismissed, guiding Jensen a look between challenging and sarcastic, and the other two, a huge smile check" Conquistador "-. Well, you see, I have enough jobs to accomplish. Padaleki, if you decide, we will be waiting for the next week. A pleasure to meet you, gentlemen, with permission. Nixon, see you in the hangar.
When left alone, Jensen saw that his companions were pr marginallyou; CTIC hallucinating. Derek was about to melt with emotion, and Jared had suddenly become a chatterbox machine
snorted angrily, holding Jared by the arm to drag him into the building where they were to get formats for training. Derek had no choice but to follow, sighing whenever she recalled the episode.
The rest of the day they remained there, Jensen had to endure the redundant conversation that two friends deployed around the instructor each time they had seen, since, as mentioned by Nixon, training were relaxed, and had somes-minute break between materials and practices.
Back to home Padaleki, including two solos, Jared kept talking about how wonderful it would be Pellegrino. Until Jensen had enough. Stopping several blocks from the house, confronted him.
- Well, that's enough, Jared! I also met the guy, and believe me, there is the fifty wonder. Stop praising so much.
Jared watched him frowning.
-Jensen, I do not yell. Armes I do not want another little scene of jealousy for someone who just met. CHTMLX
C Angered and frustrated, Ackles sighed, carved a little face."Sorry, but I could not help it. I have liver full of stones for listening all day on behalf of the instructor. Jared
then changed his expression.
"It was all day ...
do you? I did not realize ...
"Okay, forget it. He put the car running again, reassuring. "I can invite to dinner? ThatJared managed to snatch one of her big smiles and children both likedn.
- Oh, yeah! I thought there would ask me! Do you crave a super steak with bacon Omaha's Steak? I could eat five!
Jensen smiled, putting the turn signal, determined to spend the evening with her boyfriend alone. And of course, would not come home until morning Padaleki. They deserved it after all.
The weekend passed fairly quickly, leading to the day you should leave, because Jensen had to go to Houston. And a d &; Iacute; to later, Jared begin with the whole procedure to obtain a license as a pilot of the F-18.
Jensen knew that training for her boyfriend would not be very hard, trusting the intelligence and delivers it when something really showed was of interest to him. And as the child's interest was precisely meet Jensen's interest in it to become an experienced and excellent pilot, this would be their immediate goal.
So, on Sunday afternoon, with luggage in the car and the heart is a fist, took leave of the High boy, promising to return as Tuviawas the first time free.
Jared saw him holding his emotions go into a huge pot. It was the first time in months that would be separated for some time. Of course this did not compare to what they had lived in Iraq, and had the ability to call on the phone every day, but it was hard to get used to sleeping alone again.
Upon entering the house, Sherry Padaleki hugged his son, understanding that feeling of loneliness.
Space Center Lyndon B. Johnson
Houston, Texas.
Monday, 1422 hours. Neatly
Secretary of Colonel Jim Beaver, a friend of Morgan, said he could spend the huge and luxurious private. So, filled with courage, came where the girl told him. Toc & oacute; discreetly a couple of times, and opened the door to hear the invitation lacquer that could happen. Then, it was found that the officer was seeking two other men, with whom he spoke of the next space training program.
- General Beaver?
"You must be the master Ackles said by way of greeting the officer, motioning to come over. Jensen went to the private and walked toward them, feeling as if he had a swarm of midges in the stomach due to anxiety and nerves.
"Sir, Captain JensAckles being reported on, sir.
The four men were greeted by the protocol, and then, Beaver did leave out the formalism.
"Well, I thought you were older, son. But okay, here you need young blood. Jeff Morgan told me all about you. He said you're a great driver.
"Thank you, sir.
"These two colleagues are the general Misha Collins, instructor of special programs for the shuttle and space station, and Lieutenant Colonel Charles Whitfield, supervisor of the research flights. One
, General Collins, was the m & aacute; s party was to shake his hand for a little while longer, watching intently. His blue eyes took on a dark, literally glued to the contour of your lips, making it more self-conscious to the insistent gaze.
"Welcome to the program, Captain," he said in a low tone remained, even that seemed mellow Jensen. Beaver coughed a little, drawing his attention.
"Um ... Gentlemen, I would like us to focus on exploration plans, now that has come our key man.
- & iquest; plans of exploration? "Jensen was confused. I thought it was a test pilot, sir.
"I'll be," said Collins, from his side, too close to him. Just not how you imagined.
"In a few days you will see the entire project, Captain Whitfield broke in, addressing the huge table that was on the other end of the office. For now, go to phase one. Your training in the prototype F-18 SRA.
Jensen could not help but smileself-sufficiency. It was his area could handle perfectly.
"Well, I'm ready to go.
The three senior officers glances between them, holding a suspicious amusement. It was Collins who again set his blue eyes on him, this time taking a somewhat cynical attitude.
"Well, then I hope in the field of simulators in one hour, Captain. We'll see if and sing, dance.
Jensen blushed violently to listen, troubled to freckles. And Beaver was the general who saved his dignity.
& MDAsh; Go prepare yourself, son. There will be a formal test, we just want to evaluate at what level you are, to bring the program to your abilities and training. We'll see in the area of simulation.
"Yes, sir," said Jensen, waving to his superiors to retire.
did not know why suddenly had a vague impression that he would be a persistent topic of conversation among the men, as out of that office.
Facilities CHTML Twenty Fourth Air SquadronXC Headquarters Lackland AFB,
San Antonio, Texas. Monday, 1230 hours.
The first training day passed without difficulty Jared.
However, during the break to go to the cafeteria, he met Nixon at the main entrance, waiting with some impatience.
"Hey, Jay.
-Derek, what is?
Pellegrino-General wants to talk. Is waiting in the hangar of the simulators.
- do-now?
- Yes, now! & Amp; iexcl, Go, do not wait! I'll keep your diet, "he said, urging him to be diverted to the training area.
Jared ran to hear him for not waiting for the instructor. So busy was the hangar area, just where were some of the offices of senior officers.
Pellegrino was in one of these offices, filling some reports, with a world of paper scattered across the desktop. However, it seemed that only his hand that he was interested too.
-S-sir, Jared Padaleki report & ...; Aacute; NDOS ...
- Ah, Padaleki! She lowered the paper to listen to arrive, excited and breathless, and offered him a seat in the chair that was facing the desk. I thought I'd come after eating.
-Ah ... well ... the food can wait. Derek
me ... "Well, you better listen before I'm going to say. "With solemn attitude, rose from his seat and walked around the desk, just to be on your side. He showed the papers had still in hand. I have reviewed your academic record Csmell and the reports that were your superiors, volunteer co-driven missions in Iraq. You have very good references.
By saying this, he fixed his eyes on the boy's face, smiling with an expression studied, as if pleasantly surprised. Jared had a strange feeling warm and bubbling in the chest, and could not help the smile that characterized him. The officer continued his speech.
"Seeing your performance, I decided that I want to see my team in training for the F-117. Starting today, if you agree, of course. Jared
pale with surprise, this time genuine, that geeseionaron his words. He stammered a few inconsistencies, before asking something.
-bu ... ehr ... I ... Uh ...
"Do not worry about paperwork. This morning I was at a routine meeting with some administrative officials, and allowed me to make the changes that I consider relevant. So, if you sign up and change the F-18 to a much more sophisticated, you can. Right now.
Although it was only half a minute total time that the boy hesitated, his thinking went beyond the match almost 5 to consider all your options. J first thoughttaught, which may be upset to learn he had changed his mind more quickly rejected that, because the weekend had spoken again, and was sure he would not ; to object to know that would get his pilot's license in more sophisticated aircraft.
On the other hand, felt that her boyfriend had one, for not having mentioned what the space program. It would be a great way to charge that little rudeness.
So, with a smile on his face resurfacing and shiny look, Jared almost sold his soul to the devil.
- I agree! I would love to belong to his group training, general Pellegrino.
Obviously, the general held out the papers for change, ready since he decided to make him fall into that trap. His face was full satisfaction when it was unhealthy sign.
had been so easy. Now all that remained as pleasant: seducing the chick who had just caught.
Houston, Texas.
Monday, 1545 hours.
Despite being under observation ó n, which amoeba under a microscope at a medical convention, Jensen served admirably in the "no formal proof" that he was subjected in the simulators. He had a couple of setbacks when he realized he had some extra devices, possibly electronic equipment and data imaging, or ultra-sensitive measuring atmospheric elements, same as ever in his life had been, but it was minimal. Quickly docked to them, so what else was as if walking.
As the dummy came downr assigned, the first to congratulate you on your ease of handling situations desempeñoy extravagant, was Colonel Beaver. Warm, fatherly, soon become very good friends with him.
- Congratulations, son! "I hit, putting him up a couple of sound slaps between the shoulder blades, letting the air. It turned out better than we expected.
Whitfield and Collins agreed. It was the first who also said something about his performance.
"Obviously you trained well, Captain.
-Cof ... eh ... yes. WellIs that I really like being a pilot ...
"Well, let's celebrate," said the senior among them, deciding it was time to eat, and talk and as the next phase. There is good meat and beer bar Texas near the main avenue.
"Well, because you owe me a meal, Colonel Collins interjected, recalling an old debt between them. I recommend you going to dress up civilians who want to leave in fifteen minutes. I'm starving.
So the three officers immediately pointed to leave the premises and go get real food, in his own words. Jensen followed,although it had left a little bewildered.
"I figured we'd go to the dining room of the base said they left the room, the way to the parking lot.
"We said we would go for solid food, juicy and delicious, not astronauts paste. So silent, and obey your superiors.
laughed, holding the comment said in jest.
However, General Collins remained somewhat pensive, taking mental notes of everything he had seen on that day, watching Jensen in action, with great ease in decision-making under Palamós n, his bloode fríay their immediate reactions.
could not help it. The boy was impressed too, to the point of wanting to take it under his wing to make it a good astronaut, as well as her lover.
Since that time, began to fathom the subtle effects, testing the waters to meet the tastes of the boy. They do not yet know if Jensen was straight, or if he was lucky, the discreet and very disciplined gays now between them, through this law of silence that was months ago instituted in some of the training bases. Captain
Ackles, we could go in myauto. So you should not fight with other motorists, looking for parking.
No malice, Jensen agreed, considering it was a good reason to be distracted from the stress of testing. Never imagined that Collins began the conversation with him as they followed the other two men, the main reason was to sound out their preferences.
-So ... Coming from Fort Worth. Did you have any assignment there?
-No. I was given a special permit when wounded in Iraq. That was two months ago.
- &, IQuest, turned out? "He gave a fleeting glance, making a small maneuver to keep track of the other car.
"Yes." Lt. Jared Padaleki, my co-driver was also injured. We knocked down a border with Iran, when we tried to avoid hitting several villages by the guerrillas.
"Oh, so we have a war hero.
Jensen smiled with some embarrassment. Actually he did not consider the hero of this episode. Jared had everything. Your Jared. He was the real hero. CHTML
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"Well, when we broke down, we managed to parachute jump. But before making landfall, the winds of the mountains pulled me toward a barrier of trees, causing fractures and internal injuries care. I lost my memory due to hit, and spent several days unconscious. Jared did not let me back. He stayed with me all the time, and I wasslopes when the guerrillas began to follow our trail. If not for him, maybe I would not be here right now. Wading
traffic, Collins nodded, without leaving your thoughtful expression. Then, he spoke as if he did for himself.
-Loyalty beyond question. Only among close friends, or with someone who greatly admires. Your co admire you, or your friendship is years?
"We met at the Academy in Colorado Springs, sir. Several years ago that.
"I see, and without more, changed the course ofconversation. You got a girlfriend, or wife?
Jensen The question made blush. He hesitated before answering.
"Hey ... not exactly ... but yeah. Yes .. I mean ... Eh ... yes.
- Yes girlfriend, or another wife?
"Oh ... well ... is that it's complicated ... I do not want to talk about it, for reasons of my career in the military.
Collins gave a very slight smile on the time Jensen was silent. That brief conversation virtually confirmed his suspicions. CHTMLX
C "Do not worry, Captain. I understand, "he said in a confidential tone, letting him know that there would be no problem with him. A few months ago, the Army established a law of silence. Do you know?
Their eyes met for a moment, a puzzled, the other enigmatic. Jensen shook his head.
"This law is a forbearance agreement. Do not say what you like, and nobody messes with you. Congress established it in miliary installations to protect people with "special" relations of any attack or discrimination because of their preference. I mean, people like us, "Collins made a very clear focus to say, while observing the expression of his passenger. They had stopped at a red light. Jensen held his gaze fixed on his superior, surprise. And "special" relations, I mean, no girlfriend, no wife, but if a couple. Am I clear?
The pilot turned his eyes toward the front, absorbing what had just heard. If his words were true, then there was more reason to fear for the future career of both. Could continue in the military, could follow in the Air ForceCould continue serving his country, and all that, without having to hide as if they were criminals.
- Captain? Collins's voice suddenly pulled him out of their dubious status. Forward again.
"Hey ... I'm sorry, sir ... This has taken me by surprise, "he said looking back toward the driver. A small smile crossed her lips.
-Outside the base, call me Misha, "advised the officer, looking to increase their confidence. I knew it was the first step to break the ice between them completely. Here are a couple of civiles more. Okay?
"Yes, s. .. Misha.
-So ... Do you have a partner? Collins took up the matter, seeking to reaffirm what I had suspected. Seeing that responded with a shy nod, he started thinking about how the situation could change entirely in their favor. And the first thing to do was make him forget the other. Well, at least not with whom you go looking for the revenge. It is very tedious to go looking for someone willing to help one to draw the tension, you know?
"I'm not with him just for that. We are serious.
- Do you have little time with him? For this to be serious, is rare in a couple of crazy military.
- Can we change the topic of conversation? "Refuted Jensen, blushing violently and upset about the comment.
"I see that makes you uncomfortable. Sorry, but I like being direct. "Without answering, the blond pilot was rearranged in the seat, turning to the street. Collins had to change tactics to feel the huge barrier that Jensen raised between them. Did you?
-No. Lackland is going to requestr approval for F-18 pilot.
-Lackland ... What is not there where they are taking the prototypes to replace the fighters?
"Yes." We saw the weekend. Newborn were receiving.
They turned to a street, and arrived at the restaurant one block later, just talking about new models of ultrasonic airplanes. "We
. "The officer stopped at the entrance of the place, and smiling amiably, urged him to get off-.Voy to find parking. Oh, and do not worry, I'm not so straightforward when I know thatBe there discretion. Back in a moment. Jensen
stood there, looking away from the car into a nearby parking lot, thinking that it was a very strange conversation, and now he was disturbed Collins.
had to leave their thoughts aside when the two other officers arrived with him.
- All right, son? Beaver asked to notice seriously. The boy smiled with a gesture somewhat forced, nodding.
Collins arrived with them shortly after, all smiles and jokes. It seemed another.
"Gentlemen, what do you expect? And should be asking their cows. Come on, I'm starving. Jensen
struggled to show calm and smiling to follow, burying what happened to not let their thoughts betray him. There would be time to think in detail about it. For now, sat in the farthest place he found the general Collins.
That, merely a precaution.
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