Theo doesn't appear to react to this. He seemed to be lost in thought. The general chose to provide Theo a moment to reflect because he didn't want to push things.
He stated, "Well, Private Theo Smith, you may think it over in the meantime," and stood up.
"Don't worry, I'll provide you plenty of time to consider it. However, I'm hoping your response will make sense to us both. I'll be waiting. Please pardon me." General Robert excuses himself and exits the tent. It's not like Theo had something to say in the first place, but still, he was unable to speak.
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For nearly two weeks now, General Robert has been awaiting a response. In order to give Theo some space, he didn't visit him at that period, but he now questions whether he made a wrong move by not talking to Theo more frequently.
'Should I have paid him frequent visits?' He sighs, lost in his own thoughts, 'Maybe that could in fact get him to my aid on the two-way battle.' In order to finally fight the superiors and put an end to the protracted conflict, he fervently hopes that Theo will join him.
He continues to gaze at the Southern Regiment's dossier about Theo.
"How mysterious that even they don't understand much about him." The only thing the general could locate was his family, who had been murdered by the Mashitilk. Additionally, no justification for his enlistment in the military is given.
In order to perhaps assist Theo, General Robert feels compelled to find out why Theo enlisted in the military. He still hasn't confronted those bloodsucking vermin for their behaviour, which is another thing.
He must have a more powerful unit under him in order to accomplish it. He obviously needs a faithful commander under him because the superiors is unlikely to be on his side. The person who is capable of leading an entire unit on any upcoming battlefield.
Outside the tent, the general senses a strangely familiar presence and promptly conceals Theo's paperwork. He waits for that individual to come in. His suspicion was correct—it's Theo. The superior's magnificent trick will come to a stop sooner than he anticipated.
"Well, Private Theo Smith, are you coming to see me by yourself? I had intended to come see you." The general acts foolish in Theo's presence, saying, "Looks like you are able to move around now." He is aware of Theo's purpose, but he finds it more interesting to play around.
The general's manner causes Theo's eyes to narrow. In any case, he didn't anticipate more than that from the general.
"I came to concur with your proposal, sir." When he eventually makes his choice, the general only gives him a smile.
It appears that the moment has arrived. The general is certain that the 100-year conflict will soon come to an end. He is aware of the final key, which is before him.