The Guard Asked Who They Were Here to See

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“Are you here to see Brigadier General Harper Mitchell?”

My father frowned.

“I’m sorry…”

“There must be some mistake.”

The guard glanced back at his list.

“No mistake, sir.”

“General Mitchell specifically requested that your names remain on today’s access roster.”

My parents exchanged a silent look.

Neither of them spoke.

A few moments later, they stepped continue reading …