GI JOE Porn Story: Diamond in the Rough Chapter 2

Disclaimer: Characters in this work (GI Joe/ Cobra) are the property of Marvel Comics, Hasbro
and Devil’s Due Publishing, Inc , and are being used without permission. No profit is gained from the use of these characters.

Rowan Michaels (a.k.a. Trigger), Mirrored Reflections, and the Diamondback are of my own creation

Thanks to: DesertFox for her work, JohnF. , I would not know Rowan, if I did not know you, and to Jai for the push . . .

Diamond in the Rough

By Nickelina

Meetings

The assembly hall at Joe headquarters was starting to calm down as Flint returned to his place in front of the podium. There were only a few more items to go over for this mornings meeting. Flint cleared his throat and the room began to quiet down. Today was not going as smoothly as it normally did. Dukes idea of assigned seating would have to be re-evaluated. Although most Joes got along well, there was an air of tension when they were forced to sit in a certain seat. Once all was quiet and Flint had their attention, he began. Do we have any questions concerning Lifelines presentation this morning? Any comments?

Yeah! A gravelly, yet jolly voice called out from the group. Can he do that again? I need another nap.

Those who were sitting near knew that a comment like that could only come from Shipwreck.

Very funny, Shipwreck. These presentations are meant to inform you in case you would run into trouble in the field and would be unable to contact anyone for help. I expect your full attention next time. Making sure you all are up to date on basic first aid is required, Flint looked Shipwreck right in the eye and watched him sink in his seat. Thank you again Lifeline. Now finally, we may have a few new recruits in the next few weeks. Hawk would appreciate it if all of you to welcome them into the fold. Be patient as they learn the ropes, so to speak.

A few hands went up in the crowd.

Flint sighed before continuing. Hazing will not be permitted or tolerated, if that answers any of your questions. Most of the hands went down, Flint picked from the remaining that were left.

Do you have any idea of how many there are? Ripcord asked.

No, Im sure Hawk will have all the answers when he gets back.

When is that? Shipwreck asked before Flint could call on him.

Hawk is due back tomorrow. Which reminds me, Flint paused and cleared his throat, any re-arrangement of the recreation room should be cleared through Hawk, Duke, myself, or any other officer on duty. Id advise, gentlemen and lady, that it get put back to normal, ASAP.

Im not moving all that furniture back myself boys, Cover Girl pointed at all other guilty parties. Keep that in mind.

Is there anything else? Flint looked around the room. If not, all daily reports are due in by eight. Thank you, and have a good day.

So, do you have any final decisions? Lady Jaye asked Hawk as she put the rest of her paperwork in her briefcase.

No. Well, lets just say that I havent written anything in stone yet. Hawk folded his hands over his chest.

Jaye shifted in her seat and put the tray up. Those few from Ft. Hood seemed promising.

They were impressive. So was the one from Ft. Bragg, he was good during the interview too.

I thought he was cocky. Although he did answer all the questions right.

Hawk laughed, You caught that too.

Yes, I look for those things, She paused. Not that anything I think matters in this situation, Im just the assistant. Her voice had an air of sarcasm to it.

I appreciate the input.

Thank you, Sir.

Youre welcome.

Jaye turned her head and looked out the window into the darkness. She heard Hawk sigh. Is something wrong, Sir?

No, Im just taking advantage of first class, He said as he reclined his seat slightly.

I guess its not everyday we get to travel this way. We were lucky to get these seats.

Enjoy it while you can, we board a Tomahawk in Denver.

Jaye rolled her eyes. It figures.

Lady Jaye?

Yes, Sir?

Give me a nudge if I start to snore, He winked.

Of course, Sir. Have a good nap. She clicked off his overhead lamp. Keeping hers on, she reached back into her brief case and pulled out a book. The one good thing about redeye flights is the quietness. Opening to the page she had left off on, she sighed and dove into the world of horror. It was not typically what she would read but it was on the table in the rec room. She was hooked from page one.

What are you reading? Hawks voice startled her.

John Saul. Is my light bothering you?

No, I was just wondering. Hawk shifted in his heat to get more comfortable.

I thought you were napping.

Im a light sleeper. Besides, I like to know things about my men when theyre not on duty.

Ahh. I see. You could always just read my file.

Too impersonal. Id rather just ask.
Jaye seized the opportunity to joke with her commanding officer. She excitedly turned to him and in her best ditzy blond voice starts her act. Well, my name is Alison, Im a Scorpio, my interests are theater and arts, and my greatest ambition is to be a super spy. But actually Ive been thinking of joining the military. She cant help but laugh at her own joke, until she realized she might have gone too far. Im sorry sir that was way out of line

Hawk looked at Jaye and smiled, Consider this down time.

Good, I thought I was going to get my ass kicked.

Nice language from a lady.

Oh, youve heard worse. Ever hear Cover Girl when shes having a bad day in the motor pool?

Yes I have, Hawk settled back in his seat. It was very nice having you on this trip. You should think about doing more work like this. Your business side is impeccable. I never had to ask, or question anything, you always had it right there.

All joking aside, Lady Jaye was back to her usual business-like self. Thank you, Sir, its my job. I wont disturb you anymore. Get your rest.

I was the one disturbing you. Finish reading your book.

Yes, sir.

They were quiet for a few moments. Jaye looked up from her book to find Hawk looking at her. She put her book down slowly, not quite knowing what to expect. Sir, is there a problem?

I dont get you sometimes. I think you are one of the hardest of my men to read.

She was perplexed and asked. How so, Sir?

Drop the formalities. One minute youre all business, the next youre rolling off jokes. If Cobra were to take over this plane right now, youd be in the aisle, fists flying.

Jaye knew Hawk was complimenting her; and it was nice to hear. There were very few moments that a Joe could spend talking casually with Hawk, and she was enjoying every minute of it.

Well, have you ever heard of Sybil? She coyly raises an eyebrow; her green eyes sparkled with laughter.

That is exactly what I mean.

I find that if you stay exactly one sided, your possibility of short circuiting goes up. Every now and then you have to let go. Laugh a little, live a little, do something…wild. Youd be surprised what a few minutes outside of yourself can do.

Is that why you act?

Possibly, Jaye stopped to think over her answer. I never questioned why I got into acting. Ive always done it and Im good at it.

Youre good at a lot of things. One of my little jacks-of- all- trades.

Thank you, Sir. The words were almost inaudible.

Now were back to this Sir thing. Thats alright. Tell that woman who was just here that I like that side of her and she should visit more often.

Ill let her know, Jaye opened her book again and began to read.

Remember if I snore
Give you a nudge. Rest up, Sir.

What did I tell you about the formalities?

Sorry, rest up Hawk. The rest of the flight she stayed awake, reading what she could and double checking the paperwork she had done while on this trip. She would have everything in order for when they returned to the command center. Then it would be her turn to rest.

It was mid morning when the familiar sounds of the approaching Tomahawk were heard above the command center. On his way to the tarmac, Flint stopped by the recreation room to make sure it was back in order after its apparent re-arrangement. Approving of what he saw, he double-timed it to the air strip. Duke was already waiting.

I take it you stopped by the rec room to see if it was back in order, Flint, Duke said.

You could say that. Most of the holes are covered with pictures for now.

What were they doing in there? Duke spotted the Tomahawk nearing the airfield.

Lawn darts, I was told.

Indoors?

Yep. Why go outdoors when you can throw things inside?

Duke pauses, and pondered the thought. What were they using for darts?

Im not sure. It looks as if one of Lady Jayes javelins went through the wall.

Good Lord, Duke put his hand to his head. Ill assign one of the guilty to start some patch work. You said Shipwreck was there?

He is mixing plaster as we speak, Flint laughed, as he pictured Shipwreck making repairs.

Well just have to keep Hawk out of… The rest of Dukes words were drowned out by the sounds of the landing helicopter.

Gentlemen! Hawk greeted them with a smile as he stepped off the chopper. Ill brief you in my office in fifteen. I also picked up the new G.P.S. interface that Mainframe wanted. Why doesnt one of you grab it off the chopper? Hawk started to walk towards his office. He stopped, turned around, and looked back towards Lady Jaye, And help the lady with her bags.

Flint looked up to see Lady Jaye stepping down from the Tomahawk in her Class- B uniform. She had her briefcase in one hand and a small duffel bag over her shoulder. A few strands of her dark brown hair had fallen loose from her hat and were curling around her ears.

She never looked up to see that he was waiting there for her. When she finally got close enough, he saw the fatigue in her stance. She shifted her weight to steady her duffle.

Ill take that for you. He grabbed the strap from her shoulder.

I got it. Jaye answered tiredly.

Let me get it. Flint saw that Duke had already grabbed the G.P.S. interface off the chopper and now left Flint empty handed. Make me look useful.

Seriously Flint, I got it.

Are you sure?

Jaye began to laugh, Ive been more tired and carried heavier. She led the other two towards the command center.

So Lady Jaye, Duke inquired. How was your vacation?

Vacation? Ha! Flint found humor in Dukes questioning.

Well, Jayes tone was serious, Traveling to four different bases is the best kind of time off one can have. It beats sitting on a warm sunny beach any day!

I would have went, Duke joked with her, Who wants to sit on a beach? I prefer an uncomfortable cot any day. You got the chance to meet new recruits. There are not many of us who are able to do things like that.

Maybe next time you can go, Jaye stopped to take the duffle off of her shoulder and handed it to Flint, If youll excuse me, Ill just need to get the extra forms Hawk will need and drop them off at his office.

She walked ahead of the two, to her own small office. Flint caught up with her. He followed her into the office and shut the door. Everything all right?

Of course it is, She puts her briefcase on the desk and pulls out the paperwork she had done while on her trip. What makes you think that there is something wrong?

You look exhausted to begin with.

Jaye sat at her computer and printed out a few more forms. I am. Why should I sleep when I can work? She laughed. I cant wait to get a shower and get to bed.

Flint smiled at her with his lop sided grin. Why dont you relax in a hot tub?

Great idea, Flint! And who would be there to pull me out of the tub after I had fallen asleep and drowned?

I could keep an eye on you. Make sure youre ok.

His comments made her laugh. Dont you have anything better to do today?

It can be rescheduled.

She hands him the paperwork. Thats alright, Ill be fine. Perhaps you can stop by later. The last part sounded more like a request than a statement. You better get those to Hawk before youre late.

Later that night, Hawk still had three files on his desk, His choice of potential new Joes were slimmed down to this. Two infantrymen and one light ordnance. He looked over the files again, aiming to make a decision by the end of the night. Joe had its share of infantry men, one of the three was best in his position but not by choice. However, he could do it all. Another jack of all trades.

He opened the last file. This man was a good soldier, he had great qualifications and good recommendations, but he was an annoyance to his unit. At the back of the file was a personal letter from the candidates company commander. Hawk picked up the letter and looked at it. He knew he could never be swayed by what another man in command thought. His curiosity got the better of him and he opened it. It wasnt long, but it gave Hawk all he needed to know. Everyone deserves a second chance. For some on the Joe team, this was their only chance. It was that chance that pushed them to limits they themselves didnt know they had. Hopefully it would happen again and hopefully, this wasnt a mistake.

He reached for the paper on the far corner of his desk and signed his name to it. Then he picked up the phone and made his final call of the night.

Jaye reached over the side of the small couch in the common area of the quarters she shared with Cover Girl and turned the lamp off. It left the room lit only by the small television that was on the opposite wall. It wasnt late night yet, but it was well after dinner and the night watch had already begun. This left the quarters quiet as well, and just how she wanted it tonight.

It had been hours from the time she returned to base and the time she finally was able to relax. Between being welcomed back from everyone from Ace to Zap, and the frequent calls from Hawk, she had thought the day was never going to end. Intelligence reports were piled up on her desk, and just when she would start reading one, Hawk would call her to his office to go over the candidates with Duke and Flint. Then it was back to her office. She would settle in, and the phone would ring again. This time it was Roadblock, asking if she had time to come down to the kitchen to taste the recipe he had been tweaking all morning, and if she needed a snack there was one waiting for her. The next call was from Shipwreck, he had to tell her about his trip to the movies while she was gone. He also asked her to go wit him the next time he went, which as much as it annoyed her, always did bring a smile to her face.

She went back to reading another report, and just as she was about to write notes for them, she noticed all of her pens were missing. Then it was off to Alpines office to retrieve them. Back to her office, then to Hawks, then finally to her quarters.

She curled her legs up around her and put her head on the arm rest to watch the end of a late night talk show.

Dont lay like that honey, Flint walked out of her bedroom carrying a blanket. Its making my neck hurt.

Im comfortable like this.

He sat next to her and pulled her over to him, but she stayed curled up. He put the blanket around them both and took the remote from her. Since your going to fall asleep, Im turning this garbage off.

Im not that tired anymore. She grabbed the remote back.

So, He hesitated, Is there anyone I need to worry about coming into Joe?

Jaye sighed in annoyance, Not on that level, but I would advise you get out on the track and run a few extra laps.

Is that a cut?

Maybe, She gave him one of her sweet smiles to let him know she was just busting his chops. There were a few that were just…

What?

I shouldnt be telling you anything.

I know. Well, just tell me about one that didnt make it through the interviews.

Well, there was this one guy, such a smart mouth. He was cocky and rude, a total ass.

Really? There are people like that in the armed forces?

Ok, you were cocky, you still are, but this guy was way off the chart. His qualifications were good, but it was as if he wasnt even trying. As if he didnt care. He acted like his interview was a joke. And Im telling you, if I ever got stuck out in the field with him, it would not be a good thing.

Alright, two important questions. Did he out rank you? And was he good looking?

What kind of questions are those! No he doesnt and no he wasnt. Dashiell, sometimes I swear…

Well think about this. If he didnt want to try, then he wont be here, and you wont have to deal with him.

I hope not. She rested her head on his shoulder and the two stayed quiet for a while.

So, Flint changes the subject as he runs his fingers through her hair, Anything else happen today?

Alpine stole all of my pens.

Again? He laughed.

Yeah. Jaye grew tired by the minute. Shipwreck asked me out to see a movie.

Oh he did?

Yeah.

Are you going? He looks down to see her sound asleep. Allie? Alison? She murmurerd a reply to her name. See you tomorrow, honey. He kissed her forehead, made himself more comfortable on the couch, and let her sleep in his arms.