Part 933: Laurent A

Laurent, do you have a moment?

Instigating a conversation with me? This is truly a singular event!

Tell me, are you going to check on the soldiers and supplies today?

I was about to begin my rounds, yes.

Would you mind if I accompany you? I'd like to help if I could.

...But I thought you preferred to stay in the background?

I've been thinking about what you suggested when last we talked... It's true that I shouldn't rely solely on you to learn about conditions in the camp. I should stop hiding like a craven and talk to my comrades face-to-face.

I didn't mean to imply that-

My words, Laurent. Not yours. But they are true nonetheless. I've been giving you the brunt of the work while I hid in my tent pretending to help.

You're being too hard on yourself.

No I'm not. I should have done this a long time ago. So, will you let me come with you? I'm anxious to learn what you do.

Of course. I know the troops are all quite anxious to speak to you.

Well, I'm anxious to meet them as well.

Right this way then, if you please...