"I wasn't surprised that they were laying an ambush on this outcrop," you say, gesturing down at the projected map, "but the big question I had to consider was when they'd attack."
You proceed to weave a tale of heroism and cunning, suggesting that you and your platoon were always one step ahead of the rebels. No-one can deny the facts that played out on the ground, and your interpretation of events is more or less what you were thinking at the time. Minus the terror, panic and self-doubt, of course. Commander Celi listens in thoughtful silence, and the other officers seem impressed.
"Trying to win the cross of valor on your first mission, Nubes?" Karim asks with a grin.
"No," you smile. "I just didn't want to be the last one to secure their objective."
"That'd be Karim," Magar says with a smirk. "Isn't that right, Tail-end Charlie?"
Karim snorts in good humor.
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