This is a 2-part Romance (my first) story that provides plenty of fun. I took a LOT of liberty with reality in this story. I'm not making fun of England, saying they do it wrong, or trying to say any of this is based on fact. This is based loosely on the English Monarchy and is strictly a FUN story and should not be taken for anything but entertainment. I altered real history to fit the story to make it more entertaining. Comments that ignore this warning will be deleted.
Typically, I see something in real life that triggers a story idea. This one came out of the blue and flowed quickly and easily. I'm sorry for switching perspectives, but I wanted to show both points of view as they are very different, and I think adds to the story.
Everyone having sex is at least 18. This story is a work of fiction. I made it all up. Check reality at the door and enjoy it for what it is, a fun story. Special thanks to rancher46 and RF-Fast for editing my story and making it better.
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Chapter 1 -- A Private
Lars yells above the noise at the crowded and noisy bar, "Hey, hey guys! Give me a minute, please."
Around us, the noise quieted down.
Lars says in his commanding voice, "To Mark! After four years in this hell hole of a country, beating off the constant attacks, bombs, assassination attempts, and the WOMEN, the bastard's finally taking some leave!"
He's drunk; my name is Matt.
My whole squad cheers for me.
Lars yells loud enough to quiet the bar, "ATTENTION EVERYONE! A drink to all the good men that have fallen in this corner of hell!"
The Army bar is deathly silent as everyone knocks back a stiff one. In this God-forsaken country, nobody drinks just beer. You need a lot more than that to survive here.
Major Lars Garrison yells again, "May you enjoy your month of leave. God knows you've earned it."
My best friend Pat asks me, "So, mister big man. What's the plan? What things are you going to do?"
George yells out, "How many women are you going to fuck?!"
I snicker at them, "No, no. I'm going back to my roots in Montana. I want to go back into the open wilderness in the Rockies, where you can still live off the land and hike without seeing a car, sign, or telephone pole. No electricity, cell phone signal, bright lights, or noise. Just me, fresh air, and the quiet mountains."
To me, that's about as perfect as it gets. I grew up in a tiny town in the Rocky Mountains. All my free time was spent in those mountains.
Paul yells out, "What, do you fuck the animals?"
He's such an asshole. He seems too dumb and obnoxious to get himself killed. He's been here three tours. Thankfully, I won't ever see him again, as he finishes in a few weeks.
Pablo offers, "Matt can find pussy anywhere. If there is a young single woman within 100 miles, she will find him. They can't resist him. All those muscles and your good looks, oh yes, that mother fucker will run into a bus load of college girls, rescue them, and then fuck them all!"
My phone alarm goes off.
I say to my buddies, "That's it for me. I have a stateside plane to catch. A quick last shot on me!"
The group cheers for the free alcohol. We shoot a Tequila shot, and then I'm on my way to catch a plane. A jeep is waiting for me just outside the door. I have several long boring flights ahead of me. Afghanistan, Germany, New York, Chicago, Missoula, Montana, then a bus ride home. At least I will sleep well on the way.
It takes three days to get home and then two to sleep off the jet lag. The family has a huge party to welcome me back. I spent two days with my parents before getting restless for the mountains. I've timed it perfectly. The fall colors are turning. My dad drives me to my starting point. We hug, and then I am off with my rifle and backpack. I have a nice seven-day hike set up with two check-in points.
It's funny; I used to think I traveled heavy. With all the muscle I gained in the service, my pack feels half empty. In the service, everything we have is heavy-duty. My stuff, it's all super light. I'm really looking forward to this week of peace and solitude.
Chapter 2 -- A Princess
I am woken from my sleep by my assistant, Kim. I fell asleep on the long flight from England. My jet has a beautiful bedroom with all the conveniences I will ever need. This is a large jet, not a tiny business jet. There is plenty of room for me, my security, and my assistants. All of which but Jim, my loyal bodyguard, will have to stay on the plane.
We have just landed in the state of Montana in the good old United States. A country I have visited many times for business. My aunt, the Queen, sends me out to drum up business for the country and soothe ruffled feathers.