They Called Me A Nobody—Until Someone Said “Welcome Back, General”

laugh that sounded like glass breaking. “Sir,” she said, trying desperately to sound in control, to reclaim her position as the center of attention, “Lena isn’t active duty anymore. She hasn’t been for years. She… she teaches. High school history. She’s family. She’s just here to support me tonight.”

Barrett’s eyes flicked back to me, checking, asking continue reading …