Fallen Warrior

[BattlesandDeaths]

         Nikolas had spent the last 24 hours on patrol.  He was tired and worn when he got back to the bunker.  A nice, hot shower and a good night's rest was all he needed.  But, never one to miss out on his workout regimen, he decided to spend some time lifting weights.

          Afterwards, he soaked his muscular body under a steamy shower, cleaning off the dirt, sweat and grime.  After 30 minutes in the shower, he felt refreshed, like a new man.

          He crawled onto his cot, wearing only his underwear.  He had just closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep, when he was awakened by a commotion.  His mind jumped into full-battle mode when he realized the bunker was under attack.  

          He grabbed his pants and was pulling them on when an enemy soldier burst through the door.  Nikolas reached for his weapon, but before he could grab it, the enemy flung his knife at the beefy soldier.

          Nikolas was hit straight in the gut, the blade burying itself nearly to the hilt in his muscular abs.  He tried to move forward, but the sharp, pain in his gut forced him to the ground.

          He held himself up, staring at his attacker, who then unloaded a full clip of bullets into Nikolas' body.  The tired warrior collapsed in a pool of blood.  He had finally found the long-awaited rest he had so desired.