Winter Wonderland

[Miles Grant]

Miles was slightly taken aback at how demure his Midshipman acted towards him when he had noticed how open she had been with Miller. On the other hand, he could understand how a young officer would think and act, especially in front of their immediate superior. It was something Miles hoped she would eventually come out of her shell with, given enough time. Before any response came, however, Miles felt a sudden impact to the side of his legs. Whatever it was, it was not strong enough to make him lose balance.

He looked over, and then down...and down...to see a smaller child. He was honestly surprised with how much she had impacted his legs that she was still standing. Even more impressive was the fact that she was holding a drink that she had kept from spilling or sloshing. As he got a good look at her, he noted a miniature replica of their Captain. During his time aboard the Artemis, he knew this to be Captain Crawford's daughter. Without missing a beat, the child asked Miles where the games were. Before he could reply, his Midshipman had doted on the girl about her hat, before Miller spoke to the girl about waiting for her mom. Miles followed up her words with his own.

"I agree," he said. "I'm also sure your mommy would love to join you at the games." He smiled as he looked around hoping to locate said mother.

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