"1-A, to military level Five, sir."
"And how many years have you served with us?"
"Twenty-three, sir."
"Then you saw action in the Manxsome conflict?"
"Yes sir."
"Decorated?"
"No sir."
Hayes turned to the Fleet Commander.
"Can you vouch for this man?"
"Yes, General." Hayes gave the man a last, hard look, almost a threat.