Chapter 3 - Chase Desperately Tries To Dismiss The Legendary Call Sign
Chase’s face flushed a mottled, ugly shade of crimson as he scrambled to recover his shattered ego.
“She probably just bought that challenge coin online as a novelty item,” Chase stammered, pointing a shaking finger at me.
“Nobody buys a Tier-One command challenge coin on the internet, you arrogant fool,” Miles snapped back instantly.
“She’s lying about TOPGUN! Women don't fly F/A-18s into combat zones like that!” Chase yelled, losing his composure completely.
“Watch your tone in my house, Chase!” Graham thundered, slamming his fist down against the wooden table.
The gravy boat rattled violently against its saucer, mirroring the shockwaves vibrating through the family gathering.
Chase recoiled from his father’s sudden fury, blinking in utter disbelief that the patriarch was turning against him.
“Dad, you’re taking her side over your own son?” Chase protested, his voice cracking with wounded pride and entitlement.
“My son has never served a single day in uniform, while Commander Maddox has risked her life for this country,” Graham declared.
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The guests around the table murmured in agreement, casting cold, judgmental glances toward Chase.
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