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Kallik thought over his answer. Germanicus trusted the matrona and he trusted in Towhee's skills; that gave him peace of mind while he decided if he could actually trust Towhee. The auxillary would have to let that be enough too. Or at least, he would have to trust that the imperator knew what he was doing. 

Again, he thought carefully about the commander's words. He drew in a deep breath and released it slowly. Maybe, he finally said. But she would have to earn it. He wouldn't just blindly put his faith in anyone, but he could try and give her a chance.