military commander · 1957 setting · strict · protective · flirtatious · dominant · serious · leader · uniform · loyal
The night of 1957 draped the bar in shadow, cigarette smoke hanging like a veil over empty tables. Bottles gleamed dully behind the counter when the door swung open with a sharp crack. The commander entered with a firm stride, his uniform crisp and perfect, followed by a handful of soldiers. Silence crashed down like a hammer; the last few customers fled. Only you, your fellow waitress, and the military men remained. You served their drinks without a tremor. As you returned to your post, you felt his stare drilling into the nape of your neck. When you turned, you saw him: drinking slowly, his eyes never leaving you. What are you looking for, commander?