Additionally, he didn't want to dampen the spirits of this new friendship with his current state of happiness.
"It's just like you! To receive such a high commendation! That's really impressive!" Hass slapped Rein on the shoulder, admiringly.
At that moment, the clomping of boots echoed from one end of the corridor, and the graceful Major Maryka, now in a brand-new naval uniform, approached Rein.
When she arrived in front of the two men, Hass's face turned slightly red, and he lowered his head, becoming oddly quiet.
Maryka turned to Hass and said, "Knight, may I have a word alone with Knight Rein?"
"Ah? Oh... of course.... Of course!" Hass scratched his head and stumbled over his words.
Once Hass had left, Maryka said to Rein with a smile, "Knight Rein, I've just been informed by my superiors that you need to stay at the Navy Home Inn for another three days. Is that alright?"
"Uh... no problem." Rein hesitated briefly but then quickly agreed.
He didn't ask for a reason.