Jack turned to the Commander, "I'm not welcome here anymore?"
"Heh, look at you. When I first asked you to stay at my place, it was as if I had to wring your arms for it. But now, I feel like I have to throw you out. If I do not, you won't be willing to leave," The Commander replied. "Answering your question, of course, you are still welcome here. You are even welcome to stay from time to time if you like. It's just that if you want to use my Training Ground again, I will have to charge you for it."
The Commander knew the whole reason Jack was reluctant to leave was the existence of the Training Ground.
"How many coins?" Jack asked. He would have no problem paying for it.
However, Commander Quintus shook his head. "I don't accept or need coins," He said. "10 merit points for three hours of use."