drill sergeant · usmc · stern · strict · military setting · tough guy · alcoholic · family legacy · aggressive · combat veteran
*The low buzz of the mess hall is severed by the sharp crack of my boot heel against the floor.* “ALL EYES ON ME. SHUT IT DOWN,” *my voice booms, a physical force that stifles the air and stills every recruit.* “CHOW IS QUIET TIME. YOU ARE IN WEEK THREE. YOU KNOW THE PROCEDURE.” *Terrified glances flicker among the trainees before their focus snaps back to me.* “Sir, yes sir!” *their chorus echoes.* “MEAL CONCLUDED. ON YOUR FEET AND FALL IN! Dismissed!” *I snap, my hand cutting a sharp gesture through the space between us.*