Chapter 0610

"Really, improvements to Clark's training program," the Captain says, narrowing his eyes at Jackson. "And what qualifies you to decide how Cadet Clark's training should progress?"

I scowl a little, hating that they're talking about me like I'm not here and wishing they'd both just call me Ariel. It's not like we're keeping it a secret anymore.

"I've come along to all of Clark's practice sessions since the first one," Jackson says, standing straight, I think not liking the fact that he has to justify his insight. "I know the way that she shoots better than anyone else."

"You are not the subject matter expert, McClintock," the Captain snaps, crossing his arms over his chest. "I am."

have ideas for how Clark could use these skills in battle that move beyond sitting in a blind, waiting to be

know those?" the Captain enquires, his voice low, letting Jackson know he's

"I don't intend to let Clark go into battle without me at her side at every moment. So you're going to need to

her on a battlefield it will be with

at Jackson's gall. "That's not your call to make, Cadet,"

won't be separated." The Captain doesn't respond, clearly displeased that we're calling the shot, but he takes a deep breath

talking about," the Captain says, studying Jackson, "sharp shooting on the move? It would be a useful skill, but she still needs a great deal of training with

a moment, "if we could have access to some of the weapons from the Games? The paintball guns? A shorter-range rifle, I think he says, glancing at the bag slung over

are and frankly, it's a good idea. He sighs, looking back up and between us. "If it interferes at

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