"Then accept what our General has spoken. He has proved himself, has he not? He has granted us victories where there ought to have been none. His orders baffled us more than once back then, and if they baffle us again, we need not fear," Lady Blackthorn said. "Of all the Captains you are to be made to serve, does the thought of obeying Oliver Patrick bother you that much?"
"He is much too young, my Lady," Yoran said. He was defiant, despite his meekness.
"Is age such a factor for you?" Lady Blackthorn said. "Do you hesitate to swing your sword when you see these Verna men are younger than you would otherwise believe? Do you think they would hesitate to do the same for you?"
"No, but… That is another matter. The young should not be granted the burden of such weighty leadership," Yoran said.
