Andrea was a bit perplexed by Jo's response but he wouldnt fight it. Everyone had their secrets and this one seemed like it would not effect their job or duty.<em>"Seems I offended her, I'll have to try and apologize later."</em>he thought. Seeing the smoke ahead was a bit of a warning sign for him, smoke always meant fire of some kind. In preperation he reached down to the gauntlet hanging from his belt and tied the leather straps in place.<br/><br/>Once it was prepared he flexed his fist a few times, making sure that it felt right before looking ahead again. "It seems we may have to wait on cultural discussions till later. If this is an impending attack or ambush theyre most likely to attack the head of the column first. I suggest we move up to the front and investigate."