"I know most of you are drunk and f****d up right now."
They laughed.
"I want to thank you for the love and respect you've shown me since I came here." I dropped the cup. "But we have to snap back to reality. Our villages are open to attack from the Galians. Right now, we need soldiers. I know you all are capable, men and women included."
Murmuring filled the room.
"I'll leave you guys to rest for today and tomorrow. The day after tomorrow, I'll be waiting at the training camp. Whoever that's interested in becoming a soldier should be there by morn." I pursed my lip. "We have to buckle up. Let's do this not only for ourselves but for our children to come. They deserve a secure home."
They all clapped as I sat down.
"You have a way with words." Tamara bit her lip.
"I guess," I said s
