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As their tour came to an end and the buggy pulled up in front of the Hall, Bass was surprised to see Neville junior waiting for them. “Lieutenant, what are you doing here?” he asked, helping Charlie down, keeping a hold of her hand. “I wanted to stop by and see how Ms. Matheson was doing,” Jason replied, coming to attention in front of the president. “I was responsible for her care on the way to the capital.” Bass eyed the Lieutenant skeptically as he found himself uncommonly jealous, wondering just exactly what kind of care the younger man had offered. “Charlie?” As Bass’ hand clamped down on her own, Charlie looked up at him. “The lieutenant was very kind, Mr. President.” Releasing the breath he had been holding, Bass eased his …show more content…

“Are you alright?” He asked as he came alongside her. “Yes, of course. It’s just been a shock meeting Miles and Bass. I’m not really sure Danny and I belong here,” she explained, dropping her voice as she looked up at him from under her lashes. “Just give it time. You’re all they’ve talked about for so long I feel like I know you. Or at least the five year old you,” he joked. Charlie smiled. “You’re very nice, Jason. Thank you,” she replied, pushing open the door to her room and closing it behind her, leaving Jason standing forlornly in the hallway. “Is everything alright, Lieutenant?” Miles asked a few moments later as he came down the hall to find Jason standing in front of Charlie’s door. “Yes sir, just something Charlie- Ms. Matheson, said.” “What was that?” Miles asked, looking with concern between Jason and the closed door beside him. Jason gave a heavy sigh, his shoulders sagging. “She said I was nice.” Miles winced as he reached out to pat the man’s shoulder. “Ouch. Maybe she’ll change her mind.” Jason shook his head. “I’m not exactly presidential material.” “Presidential material?” “Yes sir. I was there when they got back from their tour of the city. I believe that she’s attracted to the President, sir.” Miles opened his mouth to say something, but changed his mind finally settling on, “Thank you, Lieutenant. I’m sure you can show yourself out.” Jason came to attention and gave a tight

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