[h3][center][color=1a7b30]James Ryder Blaise[/color][/center][/h3]

James took in the information being given out right now. While he didn't think he would speak up for the duration of this meeting, he knew that he had to know these things. He may be a doctor, but he also needed to know the various info on the happenings of the previous battles in their expedition. While he was no good at talking tactics, talking to them to ease their fears and doubts was something he could do. While Summer, enigmatic as she may be, definitely covered this area well - James always offered an ear to those who needed it. Being someone who rarely had anything to do if not after a battle, he could easily offer up for someone to take their time in letting out any worries they had.

Assurance coming from Trevor that he was fine and he already did what he had to do, James nodded at him. Though Trevor's nervous glances towards Maisy was quite hilarious to the young male. If this were any other situation, he would have pointed it out and teased him, but this was neither the place nor the time to do so. He settled back into his position and then looked back at Jain as she continued speaking.

Jain had temporarily given her position to Maisy until she could get better, with Trevor being her second-in-command. Well, that much was already given. Maisy had been doing a great job rounding up the bandits and also getting their troops organized after such an ordeal - doing what she had to as their second-in-command. He approached her as she released what she could out and into the bucket. He then rubbed her back as she did so, holding up her hair so as to not get it all messy all over again. He was there to help, but there was nothing he could do. Her system was simply purging what Summer had put in for her. 

James backed away when she was finished and Jain started breaking down. It was surprising to see the commander like this, and this was also evidenced by Maisy and Trevor's reactions. They offered their reassurances so that Jain wouldn't start thinking of things she shouldn't be. James could wildly guess that this break in character wasn't because of recent news - Jain could probably had that well. No, it was the drugs. It left people vulnerable before, James assumed that was still the case now. However, these were still her true feelings and knowing that her pride was so damaged as to think these - well, it wasn't very reassuring for James.

Raphael came in to bring in more news. Athena had come and insisted she play with the commander, though that was still up for debate. Trevor began speaking once more. James couldn't help but put in his input as well. [color=1a7b30]"We still have people who need a bit of recovery so we definitely can't go on the move for a few days, like Maisy said... unless you want them to stay here."[/color] He pointed out. James rubbed the back of his head and then continued, [color=1a7b30]"Hopefully not too comfortable, if we're going to move out, they just might not feel the want to go with us."[/color] It had happened before - people in expeditions staying behind because they found themselves too comfortable in the town. James had even seen some of the women of the town insist that the men stay. The reasoning behind the offer was already obvious, and James just really hoped no one would fall prey to their wicked charm. They still had a long road ahead of them, after all. [color=1a7b30]"In any case, good luck. I don't want to get another patient during your raid."[/color] He joked with Trevor.

James turned back to Jain, taking a chair and then sitting down - placing both arms on top of the backrest. [color=1a7b30]"Y'know boss... er, Jain. Like they said, it's fine to let it out every now and then. It's not like we'll hate your or anything just because you've exposed yourself as a person with feelings. It isn't your fault that they died - not entirely at least. So you shouldn't beat yourself up like that. You're a good commander, they wouldn't follow you otherwise." [/color] He then placed his head on his arms, not knowing if his words had any effect - or if it would only worsen her condition. Though, by now, he just wanted Jain to open up a bit more, but willingly this time. [color=1a7b30]"You really should know that I know how you feel. When you're a doctor and you fail to save a life... it really brings me down you know. I've had at least two people die on me because they were beyond saving, but the guilt is still there. You have days to come in terms wit it, and more to improve yourself. Isn't that how the world works?"[/color] He mused, wondering if he was still giving Jain advice or if he was just trying to get over his own failures in his line of work.

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