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You must have a full repertoire. Do a

good job, and there could possibly be

an advancement coming your way.”

Carl was excited. “Yes, Sir!”

The night of the party went along

as usual. There were a few long,

boring speeches, the regular dinner,

and, of course, a bit too much

alcohol. The party was really

dragging when Carl’s commanding

officer’s voice came over the

intercom.

“Lieutenant Atwater, please meet

me at the oak tree.”

Carl obeyed. His commanding

officer was pacing there when he

arrived. “Lieutenant,” he said, “play

some livelier music. The party is