Lenore let her off the hook, though. "So ... I asked the Gunny at supper the other night if I would make a good officer if I had both him and the Chie... here for guidance." Kostowe had watched the whole interaction, and Lenore was sure the older man hadn't missed any of the byplay.The other woman smiled. "You know I think it's a good choice, Lenore. And, of course I'll help you make it happen. Have you given any thought to the branch of service?" Navy or Air Force," Lenore supplied. It was so quiet, it seemed like everyone in the room – or perhaps the world -- must be holding their collective breaths.“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Sir,” Flora said in a low voice.She curtsied and offered her hand. Julian kissed it with soft, open lips. A warmth started at her knuckles, where his lips touched her skin, and spread up her arm. She met his eyes. He had a little smile, like he knew how he was affecting her."The pleasure is certainly mine, Princess," Julian replied. Even his voice. Stepping off the aeroplane at Dar Es Salaam International Airport was like walking into an oven, I had completely forgotten just how much the heat can hit you, because there is no air conditioning in the arrival building. The visa queue was phenomenal and it took another forty five minutes, at least, before I had my visa and could leave the airport. I was tired, hot, and wanted nothing more than to dive into the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean and just relax. Last time I was in Africa I. Two men took notice of Nikki. I stepped further back to allow them to follow her and enjoy the view. The men made comments to each other and laughed. I followed, excited by seeing Nikki flaunt herself in public.When she reached the pet department, I took Nikki to find her collar. Nikki found one that fit her, and tried it on, for my approval. I grabbed a short-chain leash and attached it to the collar. The restraint fit perfectly, I ordered Nikki to pay for it.I trailed Nikki as we exited.