Chapter twenty (2)

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Walter stared at Commander Gallion with a blank expression. The commander saw Walter did not answer him and started getting uncomfortable.

"What I'm trying to say is; I wish to remain in your service till the end of this war." Commander Gallion waited for Walter's reply.

"Why?" Walter asked.

"I can not go home; not now. The war has not ended, I need to contribute my half."

"And you think you have not?"

"My lord, we both know that this war has not truly ended. In fact, the most important part is just beginning. I have a duty to serve my...."

"You have a duty to obey orders and your kingdom has given you an order; return." Walter said.

"There is nothing to do in the capital, my lord. Before this war, there was nothing to do and there will be nothing after it."

"So, the peace unsettles you? That's a first for me." Walter said.