"Despite their initial confusion and indignation, they both realized what he'd done and were grateful for it. He'd used the fact that they were both b...onde to briefly unite them against him, and thus reduce the tension between them. The situation was still awkward, but it had improved considerably.Christine asked Glory, "Does he pester you with dumb blonde jokes all the time?"Glory smirked as she replied, "No, thank God. He knows I'd flunk him out if he did. But I've heard that he frequently. Major Mackey did was bring in all the orders and Battalion mail that had come in for the past year. Most of it had been handled but some of the later stuff needed to be seen to now. Yes, Master Sergeant Travis Mackey is now my Battalion Sergeant Major. He was getting too old to be running a Support and Supply detail, besides I needed someone of his ability here.One of the first things I learned was that Phantom had grown. We're now a light Regiment and I kept my Lt. Colonel's rank. We're now. "Well I have a proposal for you that will see us both get to parry withthe Oberst's sword at the opening night party," Danielle smirked."A threesome? You are moving up the world Miss Bouvier." Mary wasintrigued.Danielle explained her plan to Mary but provided her with only limitedinformation. Intelligence regarding planned escapes was kept very much'need to know'.Danielle chased down Benny and told him that Smithy had green-lit herand Steven's escape for the opening night of Clash by Night,. If you wish, tonight there will be a singles auction. Ten members of my race are here tonight. For one night you can have the pleasure of their company, and the proceeds will go to charity. They are not required to do anything against their will, and you will have the opportunity to ask anyone of them whatever you wish, no strings." Chenosh said."That sounds fair." Kessler had to admit, part of him was eager to have time alone with one of the Di'San. If he could get one of them to speak against.