Nonsense, I personally won't hear of it.

[The Major, sitting forward in his side of the desk with his hands clasped together, speaks.]

Had it not been for your valor during my wedding, I would not be sitting here today. You fought off the vampire Alucard in a tremendous display of skill and bravery. From the bottom of my heart, Colonel, I am grateful to you.

Please, don't shy away from a well-deserved reward.