Frank paused for a moment to reflect on his life.
You see, he was the gate keeper and never anything more. Every day he would stand guard at the village gates letting the hunters and foragers in and out. All day every day sun up to sun down.
How he longed to go out and explore, but he knew it was for the best. Frank, being not much of an athlete would only slow them down, and in the harsh and unforgiving haven that could be deadly. Many a time he'd seen villagers return maimed and scared and in some cases... not at all.
So every day he faithfully works his post, contributing his share to the village. In return he is protected and fed. The job may not be exiting but he had the piece of mind knowing that he and his family were safe.
A stern shout barked from the chief hunter pulled him out of his thoughts. "Frank, open up! We gotta butcher this bear before she spoils. What are ya, napping?"
"Sorry sir."