"No, I'm making a quick inspection at Manfura," The response Bain gave was succinct.
"Manfura?!" Nelson gave the Chief of the Army a perplexed look. For whatever reason, he feels the man on his right is hiding something from him. An ominous feeling gripped tightly in his heart. The king thought they were closed enough for him to gauge some secret.
No one can blame him for thinking that way. Nelson was unquestionably a nobleman with the same mindset which, he has yet to change. Commoners, as he saw them are simple yet selfish creatures. They are easily angered or easily happy. Just be a little nice to them and they'll quickly open up. It is incredibly simple to get a convenient pawn.
Bain refuses to elaborate more than necessary. "You heard it right, Your Majesty. I need to ensure the soldiers don't slack off. Peaceful time often erodes discipline."
