wondering if I really tried everything I could (OPEN)

[conceded]

WHO: Kondou Isami, possibly you!
WHAT: A lost Shinsengumi commander in a Resistance Army camp
WHERE: Resistance Army camp
WARNING(S): Probably just bucketloads of angst.

[The first confusing thing that Kondou had noticed was that, well- he had woken up at all. Not to mention that on top of it, he had no idea where he was. Whether those that resided in the camp were friend or foe was something that he needed to find out before going any further. The tent he’d woken up in didn’t seem to be guarded, so he cautiously made his way outside to try and see if he could figure out what was going on.

… Which just meant that there was now a very confused man standing in the middle of camp. At the first sight of someone who he could approach for questions, Kondou made his way over.]

Ahh, I’m sorry to bother you with something so trivial, but…

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[conceded]

Hostages... But that's--!

[ Deep breaths, Kondou. Though he's clearly not happy about the revelation. ]

Is there any way that we can prevent it from happening again?

[dragonrises]

It is nearly impossible to keep track of everyone's location. If not an officer, or a warlord, it could be villagers, peasants...we must simply remain on our guard and be alert to the movements of the enemy.

Though, I doubt it can happen exactly the same way twice. That first time, he overwhelmed us when we were unprepared. We are more wary, now, and organized.

[conceded]

I see... In any case, please let me know how my men and I can be of further assistance to you. We too would like to help repel the threats that are facing you at current.

[dragonrises]

You will be more than welcome, I'm sure. [taking a sip of tea, he's mostly confident that things won't be so dire. But then, he has no idea]

For now, rest up and see to it that you're at full strength. And, that you can find your comrades. Preparedness is is always the first step.

[conceded]

Full strength, of course... [ he smiles sheepishly. ]

Thank you for your assistance today, Lord Zhao Yun. It is greatly appreciated.

[dragonrises]

My pleasure, Lord Kondou. [with his famous, winning smile]