Chapter 33: So Much For Toughing It Out

"Dad, it's done." On the boat, Felix spoke into the phone. Tim asked, in a flat voice, "Did that kid give you any trouble?" "No." "He didn't put up a fight?" Tim sounded surprised. Felix let out a rueful laugh. "Dad, Daniel isn't a child. He's just stubborn. He said if he promised you two years in uniform, then it's two years. Once he sets his mind to something, he'll see it through and leave with his head held high." Tim gave a cold snort. "At least he knows what's good for him." "Dad,...