Insecurity

Harriet had always excelled on the ground, but her true passion lay in the sky, a love instilled by her parents’ careers in the Air Force. She had progressed from a humble pilot to her current role as the air force commander. ‘Yes, Sir!’ Harriet saluted Elias again, her determination shining through. ‘Elias, you’ve undergone quite a transformation,’ Harriet remarked, a hint of a smile playing on her lips. ‘You were different in the past.’ Elias, intrigued, asked, ‘How so?’ Harriet delved into the memories. ‘You might have grounded me in the old days.’ Elias contemplated her words. ‘Perhaps I would have.’ Harriet continued, ‘You’ve evolved into a more compassionate and considerate leader. Back then, you commanded respect and struck fear into our hearts because of your tough reputation. But now, I believe people are starting to not just respect you but also admire you. You’ve shown us that, as a soldier, you can be human, with genuine emotions and empathy. I guess it took someone like Ca