Lionel pointed out a nearby beggar.  "Feed it to someone who deserves it.  I can't even get an evil halfling thief to follow the law, yet my actions seem meaningless if I use force.  I had hoped there would be something I could do, but it seems the people of this town simply don't need my skills.  It's very disheartening."  The knight explained, growling a bit and returning to his annoying vigil.  "I almost pine for the days when we used to line people up and smite everyone the cleric pointed out until they were dead."  Lionel said darkly, staring down at the ground for a few moments.  "I apologize; I'm trying to overcome myself."  He said, taking a deep breath to steady himself.