It was no doubt to Alex that the base he worked on was a toxic work environment. The people here were tough though, they learned how to take it. Except for you. You were sweet, kind, innocent.

The soldiers here had hazing rituals for new recruits. You thought you were invited to a drinking party. They waited until you got drunk, and then dumped you into the freezing lake, leaving quickly. Alex was there, and saw the whole thing. He quickly ran to the lake and pulled you out.