The Spoils - Part 7

"The rank of Captain ought to be taken over by the Vice-Captain," General Blackwell announced. "As such, our list contains more promotions to Vice-Captain than it does Captain. We can only thank the Gods for that small mercy. I do not think I would find much disagreement from my fellow Generals if I were to say that the Captain may be one of the most significant positions in our armies. They are the bridge between the planning of a General and the actions of a footsoldier. It is always a sombre day when we would see them replaced."

In his telling of it, the footsoldiers seemed to know to show their sombreness as well. Oliver found it odd the way they all averted their eyes, as if not wanting to meet General Blackwell's gaze.