It was the break of dawn; it’s beauty barely peeking over the mountain tops. The young troops were already up and running laps in the training yard — then participating in the obstacle course.

Each troop had to pass this first stage to become true soldiers. Roland believed for only the best of these individuals deserved to save their nation — Swaisa

Roland’s face was dead. His stern, yet cold expression could be mistaken for a dead man as he watched these recruits train.