[h2][center][color=007236]Gabriel Moreau - Training Grounds[/color][/center][/h2]
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Gabriel watched Olivia speak to the small boy and raised his brows at his stature.  He was one of the shortest human beings he had ever seen in his life.  Was everyone just born with some kind of deficiency or was he just grown giant?  Sometimes it was hard for him to tell, but clearly something was off with the height differences in the 104th Cadets.  He had almost forgotten entirely about Reese and Tanner until Reese gave him a punch to his stomach and Tanner spoke of getting him to a medic.  He let out a small grunt and held his stomach, rubbing it gently as he looked down at the boy.  He watched Olivia ruffle Reese's hair and walk off and was about to speak up to say something to her, but decided against it in the end.  Instead, he waved at her and called out.  [color=007236]Seeya, Olivia....we'll see you tomorrow!"[/color]  He crossed his arms and took a deep breath, wondering what exactly he should do next.

Out of the blue, Reese came up to him with a cup of water.  Gabriel had a nervous smile on his face and took the cup.  "T-Thanks...you didn't have to get me anything, Reese.  I said I was fine, you two.  I promise."  Even so, he felt a little warm inside that someone was willing to go out of their way to give him something.  It was almost like how Lauren had given him first aid.  He always was appreciative of those who were willing to look out for him, and a small blush grew on his face from the kindness of Reese.  It was nice having friends...it really was.  He took the cup up to his mouth and drank it down almost as quickly as Reese had gotten it.

Looking back down at the two, Gabriel smiled slightly, and motioned outside the cabin.  [color=007236]We...should probably go and get our rest."[/color]  He was about to walk out when he looked back at the boy sitting down.  For some reason, he seemed familiar...as if they had met once before.  He thought for a few seconds, trying to figure out who this short kid was.  He looked down at Reese and Tanner and spoke up.  [color=007236]"Actually, I'll catch up with you two...just give me a minute, okay?"[/color]  With that, Gabriel walked passed them and sat down in front of Emil on the opposite side of the table, resting his arms on the table as he gave Emil a curious look.  [color=007236]"I feel like I know you for some reason.  Were you in Shiganshina?"[/color]

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Gabriel was daydreaming slightly as the group went about training.  It was always nice to be outside, especially in such perfect weather like today.  He looked around at the sky a bit, wishing to go on a small fishing trip later today, then looked back down towards his opponent.  Grant was the perfect height for Gabriel, but he believed he had the clear advantage in this situation.  Gabriel was not only stronger, but Grant was only slightly faster than he.  It shouldn't be too hard to get a good grapple on him, he thought, and slowly began to engage Grant.

A smirk grew on his face, putting his hands up as he watched Grant closely.  [color=007236]"So how have you been, Grant?  We don't get to talk very often."[/color]  Gabriel spoke to Grant as they sparred not only to distract him, but because he genuinely did want to speak with Grant while they had the chance.  [color=007236]"I'm thinking of going fishing later today if you'd like to come with me.  Shouldn't be too hard,
 since there's a lake nearby."[/color]  Gabriel stepped up quickly towards Grant and went for a hold.  Luckily, if Grant wasn't fast enough, Gabriel would have a good, solid lock on the other 'giant.'

Gabriel thought about the last training session that they had; the Maneuver Gear test was a frustrating one.  Although he didn't exactly fail it, Gabriel had to spend some time trying to adjust to the feel of it.  It didn't come naturally to the large boy, especially because of his height.  In a way, it upset him greatly because of his father's history as a military man.  Still...it wasn't all that bad.  At least he didn't fail, unlike a few select cadets.  Gabriel stopped thinking of the test afterwards and moved back to concentrating on Grant.