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"Well," he said looking forward before giving her a smile, "I have you right now. I have the support of your people."
He looked forward as they continued to ride after a quick check behind them to be sure their cargo was still secure....and it was.
"I'd focus more on my medical and research work," he explained, "I figure that if I do it behind the scenes, if I have a place to work where no one will look for me that I'll have more success. Ashlea, you're giving me a chance to do that at Foster and in return, I intend to make it a place where the PLR can live in a bit more comfort, to not worry where the next meal will come from and when it does come, it's something more palatable."
He smiled again, "And I'll still have the support of the Zoner community if I work independently. Of that I have no doubt."
He took another drink of water as they rode, the blanket making him a bit warm.