Beside Highway 86, Anthony had just inspected the ambush positions and returned to the command spot when his deputy, Sacre, started to complain to him.
"Captain, it's so late, and we're still not allowed to sleep; what is our boss really up to? Does he not know how hard we fought during the day? My legs are practically falling off."
As he spoke, he glanced back and added, "Everyone's got a huge grievance. At this rate, I reckon we'll all collapse in no more than three days."
"Collapse? That's still better than being dead," Anthony said. "Our principal's words can't be wrong. You'd better not complain here. If the government army really does proceed north along the road tonight, it will be too late by the time we notice in the morning."
"Principal..."
Sacre's tone carried a hint of disdain.
"Ever since you came back from two months of training in Venezuela, you've been all about this 'principal'... I heard he's a China Person. Are China People really that impressive?"