Tomoko was almost loath to speak after the past few exchanges... almost. This could be a fine opportunity to move forward with the mission, take up a position that would surely invite a positive review, keep somewhat aloof from the team and even get some paperwork done besides.<br/><br/>"If I might make a suggestion then... If I'm to take a position at the middle part of the group, might it not be reasonable for me to take a position as a merchant or somesuch? After all, the layout would imply the defence of the individual situated equidistant to the head and the toe of the group. Moreover, my skills are primarily suited to such a role: I am more than equipped to play the role of a merchant or other book keeper, and given my position as a veteran desk ninja I could no doubt convince." Tomoko allowed herself a self-satisfied smirk. "Let's face facts: any travelling commoner along these humble roads hasn't the slightest idea of the degree of dilligence, to say nothing of the extensive qualifications required to achieve an administrative position of my rank, to say nothing of my age..."<br/><br/>Tomoko could feel her mouth running away with her, but it barely mattered at this point; the mission was finally falling into place. The front-liners would fall into the position best befitting them and she would return comfortably to the position where she belonged, along with an all but assured commendation.<br/><br/>"Yes, I think that suits us all best. I will handle any situations that require an eye keener suited to ledgers and administration. I have a superlative working knowledge of the various economies of each of the nations... This is bound to work swimmingly."<br/><br/>However, she thought: what if they kicked up a fuss? This was her chance to take a back seat after all. To let them all speak and fight whilst she dealt with the important elements: a realtime appraisal of each villages' expenditures, relative risks and hypothetically, the repercussions for their insurance.<br/><br/>"I do have a limited expenses budget. If it would contribute to the success of the mission, I'm sure that it would extend to the reasonable outfitting of my comrades." Tomoko allowed her eyes to drift casually across the assembled group."In the name of our respective nations and villages, of course."