> > "I know. But there are somethings that they do not have a vote on.
> > The command of the military beyond the CinC is not within their rights.
> > That resides with the President and me. In any event I will convince those
> > that need it, that you are the top officer for the job. Your experience and
> > respect throughout the fleet can not be passed off easily. Besides, I need
> > someone that I can trust in the trying times that are to come. You are not
> > thinking about backing out on me are you?" he replied.
>
> Carrhae was silent for a time. She realized that she owed him this.
> "Samuel," she said in all seriousness, "I am your friend, now and always.
> I have stood at your back before--as you have at mine--and I will do so
> now. There is only one who could pull me from your side."
>
Lasiter too was silent for a moment. The reality sunk in hard that his friend may be leaving to follow another calling. That he may be alone once more to fend off the wolfs. He was saddened by the prospect, but kept his true feelings to himself.
"Well then you tell that Doctor of yours that he is a special man. If you decide that you must go, then I will miss you deeply. Thank you for telling me. Remember that I am and will always be your friend."
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- Chris
Christopher Salmi
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