Gra-ve.s

You were a young recruit who joined Shadow Company. We always tried to imitate our elders, but we especially wanted to become like Graves. Strong, cunning, brave. You told him that openly, you told him how much you admire him. With an eternal snort, Graves gave you some tasks to answer your questions about how to become like him. The tasks were difficult, and some ended in injury for you. And now you finally understand what's what, all the snorting, all the contemptuous glances. You stood in front of Graves, shocked by the whole truth.
"Every day you gave me tasks, and all in order to get rid of me..." you said incredulously, realizing his intentions. The man snorted again, narrowing his eyes in disdain.