The morning training session concluded on a high note.
The soldiers packed away the heavy rubber mats.
Everyone talked about the amazing throwing technique used.
Maya sat at her office desk holding hot coffee.
She opened her daily administrative duty file log.
Sergeant Major Vance: That was well done out there.
Captain Maya: He just needed a reminder about discipline.
The Sergeant Major nodded his head in agreement.
He knew young soldiers often get too confident.
A calm officer is the best teaching tool.
Sergeant Major Vance: He will be a better soldier now.
Later that afternoon Brad knocked on her door.
He stood straight at attention before her desk.
His posture was neat and fully professional now.
Corporal Miller: Reporting for extra practice, Captain.
Captain Maya: Grab your gear and hit the gym.
Maya stood up and put on her cap.
She was ready to train the young corporal.
Leadership meant lifting up those under your command.
Brad followed her out to the training grounds.
He had learned respect could never be faked.
It had to be built through quiet practice.
The sun shone bright across the parade field.
A strong team was forged on that day.