[ Her words are wise, and make Damen nod. Yes, there is a price that comes with war. He has seen it for himself, and he would do all within his power to keep his people from paying it again. Perhaps he and Laurent will be able to make that possible together. That's certainly the plan.

Never mind that only a few months ago, Damen would have laughed in the face of anyone who suggested it to him. Things have changed since then. ]

He must do whatever his people need him to do. There is always another form of duty.

[ Damen smiles. It wouldn't be appropriate to be too solemn, especially when their true roles are being concealed. ]

But a warrior in a new world, faced with a war he does not know and machinery he does not recognise?

Perhaps he must find his own way. He won't be teaching Sunday school, that much is certain.