"Vice-marshal Louis, it's been too long!" Xander greeted Yoel with a nod."Vice-marshal Lowe, you seem to have upped your game since we last met. Impressive," said Yoel with a light smile."You're too kind, Vice-marshal Louis. Next to you, I'm still in the minor leagues," Xander chuckled in reply.Turning back to Howard, he asked, "Marshal, what's our next move?""That's enough. You don't need to worry about what's next. Take your men and head out," Howard dismissed with a wave of his hand."Understood." Xander saluted once more, then ventured, "Marshal, when might you be free in the coming days? I'd like to drop by.""Something on your mind?" Howard asked, turning to face him."No...it's nothing big. Just wanted to extend some hospitality," Xander stumbled slightly over his words."I'll call you," Howard said, his gaze cutting through the pretense.He could always tell when someone was holding back."Sure thing," Xander nodded and made his exit.The rest of the situation wa
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