Although Jude had said offense was the best defense, he had no intention of doing it right away. He had just arrived and wanted to take a short break.
Nico briefly showed him the battalion's lodgings and facilities. The studio members lived apart from Silvio and the other soldiers, with a training ground in between. That was enough distance.
"For now, please rest. The lieutenant said he wants to hold another meeting later. Is that okay?"
"Yes. That's okay." While they talked, Jude and Chiara entered their lodgings. The room was surprisingly neat and seemed good enough to live in.
As he entered the first floor hallway, Elise came down the stairs from the second floor, drying her wet hair with a towel.
"You're here?"
