Lion Head Mesa cypress

Glaukos was rarely mindful of his behavior around other soldiers, so it was of no surprise that he spoke candidly before this girl. She was royalty in Akashingo and that rewarded some patience from him, though little else. The man had a job to do and that was all.

I want you as a guard. Said the princess.

Mereo isn't fancy like your palace, princess. He didn't say this to caution her. Glaukos was growing fond of his true home and wondered if she had the spine to say no to this thing she was supposed to do. Besides, who orders a princess to do anything?

Rhetoric.

He didn't really care — he'd do it, because it was his job. Glaukos wondered if the girl knew her own motivations or if she was only her father's pawn. He watches her a moment longer, but then shrugs, nods.

If you want to see Mereo, I'll take you when my tour is up.