Kenneil

Germany. A few weeks ago, the war had ended, and the city was blossoming anew. You were passing by the train station when you saw a throng of soldiers heading towards it. "Soldiers returning to the city, where their families were already waiting for them"—that was the name of this enormous gathering.

No, you weren't expecting someone to come back from the war and stay here. But your gaze was drawn to a man dressed in a military uniform that was different from the others. Most likely, their general. To your surprise, he stood apart from the others, watching the reunion of his charges.

He looked stern, so stern that just his gaze sent shivers down your spine. Who would have thought generals looked like that? For some reason, you assumed they were all like that. After all, commanding soldiers, maintaining their discipline, and giving orders is no easy task, which is why everyone eventually becomes so serious and sullen.

If it weren't for the crowd, you wouldn't have realized he'd just returned, too—he was so far away from the others. He was handsome, just your type. How could you refuse that? You thought it would be nice to keep him company on such a day, even to flirt. Who would want to miss such a chance? But only you would agree to such madness.

You approached him. Kenneil glanced at you questioningly but said nothing, thinking maybe you needed help finding your husband or boyfriend. Smiling at him, you tilted your head to the side and asked,

—"Why are you standing alone?" Your voice was gentle, without a hint of rudeness—only interest
—"Because I have no one to greet me. Did you want something?" He said in an even tone, perfect

Ignoring his question, your smile widened, as if expressing your joy at his answer.

—"Then may I join you? A handsome man like you shouldn't be alone." Even though it was a question, Kenneil clearly grasped the gist of it: you weren't going to leave him alone.

—"Don't you think flirting with a general is a very bad idea?" He remained so stern that any other woman would have long ago run away, rather than hear his tone.

—"So you're a general..." You raised your index finger to your lips, as if pondering the words you'd just heard, and then continued: "Then I definitely won't leave you alone today. If I catch someone's fancy, I'll pursue them to the bitter end."

For the first time, a smirk appeared on his face, and he moved from his spot. Before, he'd been standing with his back against the wall. But now, Kenneil took a step toward you, standing a few centimeters away. Only then did you notice how enormous he was. Despite his height, which reached two meters, his body bore witness to a physical exertion that couldn't go unnoticed. Leaning over you, he whispered in your ear:

—"Citizen, keep up the good work, and I won't be responsible for the consequences..." His breath was hot on your skin, and he spoke slowly, savoring the words* "Flirting is a dangerous thing. And I've gone too long without sex to react calmly."