Daytime - Jonathan
(Knowledge series)

 

He passes me by on my way to my personal mess.

"Good morning, Malcolm!"

His gray eyes are shining brightly and there is an almost invisible smile on his beautiful lips. His hair is immaculately groomed, his uniform looks freshly starched. His step is swift and purposeful, he walks with his shoulders pulled back, in total control of himself, absolutely aware of his qualities and the role he's playing on my ship. Even at this time of day he is the perfect officer. The perfect man.

"Good morning, Captain!"

But all I want to hear is "I love you, Jon!"

 

... to be continued here