The Little Prince in the Ossuary

# Return (3)

Since the start of the welcoming meeting was dinner, there was enough time to preach the news. Yeon-Cheol, who went to the civic district to find a teacher, invited many other people along. The reasons were as follows:

“If only the people of our alliance could attend, I think they would be very disappointed if they took Mr. Fleumes away from the little commander and the other people he was in contact with. ”

Winter made me smile softly.

“I didn't think so. Thank you."

“Oh, thank you. ”

He stroked his hand with a face that was ashamed. He was the same in this regard.

At sunset, the whole platoon waited for the dinner dressed as conquest of the army after clearing the encampment. Samsamoa gathers to pretend to have a relaxed conversation, but on the other hand, they often fix their clothes by being aware of their eyes. I am proud of myself.

The table was set up outdoors. It was only one major nominal character, so I couldn't accommodate all the attendees in one building. The colorful streetlights created a festive atmosphere, and the shops offered all the food for free today. Even though there won't be enough for each business for half a year or less.

The teacher at the public school appeared with the principal.

“Thank you for inviting me. And congratulations on your rebirth. Mr. Han.”

“It's been a long time, Mr. Hamill. I'm glad you look healthy.”

Winter shook hands with the principal who was still full. Principal Stuart Hamill, who said he was going to run a school in the civic district, was an educator who had a good sense of understanding that he felt sorry for his hands.

“Oh, Commander. ”

Impressive Fleumes lightly hugged the winter.

“You are an amazing person. Since we first met. ”

“That's a compliment.”

“I'm always grateful for your dedication. ”

Winter has finished her hug.

“Do you know I have a special favor to ask of you? ”

“Of course, I've heard from Mr. Jang and already met him. I was supposed to see you back there. I just came to say hello. ”

At the table where the teacher pointed, there were four members of the adopted platoon. Different countries were born with the same attitude, but they tended to rely on each other.

The teacher raised his voice slightly wet.

“I grew up in the United States, but now I'm recognized as an American, and I love that I've found a place where I belong. I'm glad I asked you to do that. ”

“Is that so……. ”

It is the compassion of people who have not accepted it anywhere, so I feel a shadow in the expression that it is a good place to be. It's not an active choice.

In addition, they shared a common denominator with children born outside the world because they were imported only for the purpose of receiving child support. In winter, when I dream of beauty in the ruins, I think the latter is more depressing.

“Sir."

This was a sheriff stationed in a refugee area. Hamill and Fleumes realized that there were people waiting for them, so they left their greetings and left.

“Kathleen.”

The sheriff's name brightens his face. It was a pleasure that winter did not forget itself. The officers who came with me are wondering if you're expecting them. Winter remembered their names and ranks, just as I looked back and forth. Even the conversation that I had in my heart.

“Dawson, Adair. Good to see you all. Congratulations on your promotion. ”

Among them, his superior, Adair, greets him.

“Congratulations to one of our commanders. It's been a long time.”

“I see. How is the refugee area these days? Do you have a good donut shop? ”

The officer bursts into laughter.

“Oh my……. Roughly. Especially this one. There are houses that are getting better every day. ”

“Are you referring to the Korean stationery? ”

“Yes, at first it was just a waste of food, but nowadays I get help from the Texas Donut Association or something.... They're getting better quickly since then, and they're all happy. Too bad we're leaving soon. ”

“Texas Donut Association? ”

“There is such a thing. ”

Although the name was unusual, it was also unusual that it was not sponsored by a particular company.

“Beyond that, leaving soon? ”

Aether answered the question of winter.

“Soon, maybe a month or two, but since the repatriation is over…… we should return to our original jurisdiction once the contamination zone reconstruction begins. I'm sick and tired of dealing with the Chinese who don't listen. ”

Dawson got fed up and agreed.

“I'd like them isolated on some island somewhere and let them live on their own. ”

“ ……. ”

“From now on, Commander Han will be a pain in the ass. You're going to be base chief now. ”

The sheriff looks a little embarrassed in this section. My head knew I shouldn't have done this, but my heart was not the face of a person. It may be unavoidable as a security practitioner, but more than that, it was the seed of hatred planted by Yang Yong-bin.

‘Then, even during the day, they stopped Chinese refugees from the police line. You said there was an assassination threat. ’

Winter assumed the security administration would have been quite biased. Before the plague, hypertension against black or colored people was often a problem, but in refugee areas after nuclear terrorism, it could have been a problem. From the base commander, General Laplin, it was the yard where he couldn't hide his hatred.

“Of course I have to do something, but there's nothing bothering me. ”

Winter, when you answer gently.

“I hope you both have a great time today. There's more to it than doughnuts. ”

“I'm looking forward to it. Oh, dear. Take it, it's a gift to celebrate. ”

Adar gives the Sacramento Police Insignia. Different regions and different departments had value as a collection. Winter came with moxibustion.

“Oh no. I have nothing to give you in return. ”

“I don't need it. That's enough time for today. If you're concerned, give us a squad mark before we leave. It's better if you sign the back. ”

“Mmmm... if you promise not to give it to anyone else. ”

“No, it's one of Commander's gifts, not someone else's. Who do you give it to?" I'll think about it if he calls me for a thousand dollars. ”

I made a smile in winter.

“That's the problem. Selling for money. You may have joked, but I'm afraid my actions as an officer may sound inappropriate. ”

“Huh, a celebrity affliction. ”

Kathleen shakes her head as she listens.

“I don't think you need to worry. Didn't the President leave a signature here and there? It gets caught on the wall of the restaurant, or it comes up in an online auction. I think it's best if you don't do business yourself. ”

“Well, let's be careful. Can't be too careful, right? I'm not the president. ”

“How thoughtful of you. ”

The sheriff smiles brightly. Winter leaned in on the freshness.

‘The press office will be more nervous than I am. ’

Once the Ministry of Defense money case is known, few people will put up with it to the extent that it is sold. Just after the president's explanation, he was postponing the suspicion that the matter would be publicly publicized and publicly manipulated.

Adair said.

“I promise I won't hand it over to anyone. Will you take care of one later?" ”

“I will.”

The approved officers shrug.

“Then we'll go. Congratulations again, Commander. ”

“Yes, see you later. And...... can you give Kathleen a minute later? It doesn't matter if it's not today, but I'm sorry to take it away from you. ”

Horse welcoming committee, winter was not a pleasant place to be. Calling the sheriff aside seemed to be able to hear an objective story. Kathleen accepts it with suspicion.

“Very well. When will it be done?" ”

“Do you have a way to get in touch? ”

“Of course.”

She was kind enough to share her contact information.

We can't talk right now because there were still a lot of people who wanted to see winter. Among those standing around awaiting orders were members of the California State Congress. He was my doctor despite enough work to leave the contaminated area, and I first met him at the Medal of Honor ceremony in winter.

You're going to the Federal Senate now, aren't you? ’

Without thinking about it, Fort Roberts would not have been so stubborn as to not leave California. Shouldn't we risk it and preach that we stayed where we were supposed to be? Winter, when he folded his guesses, bowed to him.

“Senator Brannon. It's an honor to have you here."

“Hahaha! Winter Commander! Of course I should be here! ”

The state senator hugged the winter tightly.

“I believed you could do great things! You're a California hero! ”

“Thank you for supporting people like you in the unseen. ”

“Thank you for your empty words! but it's not going to be empty going forward. ”

“Does that mean...? ”

“It means we have a lot to exchange. Smile first! Let's take a picture! ”

This is a picture I've been taking since the beginning. A professional journalist or assistant was focusing on winter and Brannon. The flash bursts and the medals sparkle. Afterwards, the senator quietly asked the winter.

“It's still awkward, isn't it? ”

“A little bit. ”

“Good to be honest. Yes, people like me are bothering other people. ”

A politician who smiles once and feels calm as if people have changed.

“Still, it wouldn't be bad to know a troublesome middle-aged man like me, Commander. Although today was purely meant to be a celebration, a good offer would be a good one…… I hope we'll have a serious conversation soon. What do you think?”

“Rather, that's what I wanted to say. ”

“Excellent. I'm looking forward to it. ”

Brannon is satisfied. Whatever he has to offer, it's worth listening to in the winter. The content of the offer is not important. Like the senator himself said, he can't be bad to know.

"If you can't do it, even if you try to lobby, you have to have a connection. ’

Juwei also mentioned the importance of the lobby. You said you could sell drugs if you had the money. US pharmaceutical companies were still selling narcotic analgesics without any restrictions.

Perhaps the first lobby of winter will soon be here. Increasing the percentage of refugee labor in the California reconstruction business, for example, will have a strong influence on the state senator. In fact, winter could not stand up for itself if we were to lobby, but there were many who would come forward.

Winter reminded me of Min-won's words.

Show them what they believe.

It was easy to say, but not really easy. But it wasn't just hard for this winter. There's a natural connection, a natural background, and people coming all the way here.