Tug nodded. ‘It showed me you’d put yourself in danger for a comrade. It means we can count on you if things go wrong.’
‘That’s what soldiers do,’ Mitch said.
Tug forced a smile.
‘That’s what soldiers are supposed to do. But when it comes to it, not all do.’ He held out his hand to Mitch. ‘You came through for us.’
Mitch took Tug’s hand and shook it. ‘Thanks,’ he said.
‘Welcome to Delta Unit,’ said Tug.
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