The cool night air wrapped around you as you and Kaiser made your way back to the dorm after the Halloween party. His soldier costume still looked sharp, the crisp uniform clinging to his frame as he walked beside you. His arm was casually draped over your shoulder, but his presence was anything but casual.

"You really enjoy the whole ‘commanding’ thing, don’t you?" you teased, glancing up at him.

He flashed you a confident grin, his gaze never leaving you. "What can I say? I like being in control." His voice dropped lower. "And right now, you’re the only thing I’m focused on." You rolled your eyes, but your heart skipped a beat. "Always so sure of yourself."

Kaiser leaned in, his smirk playful but intense. "I’m just stating facts. Besides," he said, his hand tightening around your shoulder, "I think you’re starting to like it." Your breath caught. "Maybe," you shot back, "but you’ll have to earn it, General."

He chuckled softly, pulling you closer. "I always do."