05-13-2019, 07:44 AM
"You did not allow their leader to die," Tomeal replies supportively. "Every soldier knows that death is a real possibility. And I think these soldiers are only looking to find someone to lead them who have proven themselves in battle. I do not diminish any of the others for their contribution to ending our foes, everyone played their part, but it was YOU who fought that creature head on and made yourself the main target of its attacks. That should inspire any soldier."
[Meanwhile, on deck...]
The soldier looks at Betimi curiously and says in his native New Crobuzon dialect of Ragamoll, "I'm not sure what business it is of yours. But since you asked politely I will share what I'm able. It has nothing really to do with respect, though we do find her a capable leader of your group and someone who fought extremely well. Any of us would be proud to follow her even if we weren't following orders to do so. In any case, it wouldn't make much sense to follow you when you've admitted that Selina is your leader. It would only cause undue confusion."
[Meanwhile, on deck...]
The soldier looks at Betimi curiously and says in his native New Crobuzon dialect of Ragamoll, "I'm not sure what business it is of yours. But since you asked politely I will share what I'm able. It has nothing really to do with respect, though we do find her a capable leader of your group and someone who fought extremely well. Any of us would be proud to follow her even if we weren't following orders to do so. In any case, it wouldn't make much sense to follow you when you've admitted that Selina is your leader. It would only cause undue confusion."
