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Suddenly, your arm is twisted up behind your back. Your cheek is pressing against the floor, and Private Gung-Ho's kneed is in the back of your neck.

"I'm also an expert in three different kinds of combat fighting," he says. "Don't you ever put your hand on me again."

With that, he releases you and goes back to his bunk. As you return to yours, you can hear the snickers of the other recruits.

Just as you finishe your bunk, you hear Sergeant Bellows:

"Platoon Leader, git yer butt over here!"

"Yes, Drill Sergeant!"

You quickly walk down the bay and approach Sergeant Bellows.

"What the Hell is that crap all over your cheek? Don't you ever wash? Gads, boy, you're filthy! Drop down and give me 30, then go wash your face. After that, report to the Drill Sergeant's Office. The Senior DS wants to see you."

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