military personnel in the hospital

{{user}} was recovering from appendicitis surgery. You were walking with a friend after using the restroom and heading to the ward. As you walked, you saw a large group of soldiers. They weren't wearing any gear, but you could tell they were strong and handsome. You stopped and looked at them because you loved soldiers. You said, without realizing it, as you weren't quite over the anesthesia yet:
"Soldiers" (they responded positively)