He smiled and nodded. "And you have done a commendable and laudable performance of your duties. But do keep in mind that the contents can be just as important as how it is said. Do that, and you will end up a sergeant at least.<br/><br/>I will wait here."<br/><br/>He dropped into a parade rest after returning the salute, and kept that slightly vacant look to his face, as the guard went back in.