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Day 1 of Commission:

Today is my first as warden of Rentus Base.

It is an honor, to be sure, but I almost refused, given recent events.

I wonder if my appointment was at all due to pity? But I must dismiss such unworthy thoughts.

I will do my best to live up to the expectations placed on me.

Day 33 of Commission:

I have been quite busy of late. Plans to fortify our position are proceeding ahead of schedule.

Already two new structures are complete, and the smiths report that weapons and armor have been finished.

My work load increases daily, but I do not mind. It makes me feel useful, and it helps me forget.

At any rate, tomorrow we begin construction on the expansion of the Residential Zone.

Day 40 of Commission:

There was a terrible accident today. An unstable explosive detonated, and only Raynon's selfless sacrifice prevented an even bigger catastrophe.

I could not help but think of Kerran. He saved many lives the day he died.

Was it worth it? Many of those he saved only went on to die in later battles.

How many more of us need to die? How many more spouses and children have to leave behind grieving families?

Day 48 of Commission:

Since the terrible accident, thoughts of my Kerran and Alanna come to me daily.

I wrote a letter to Nillis, but I never sent it. No need to burden him with my brooding.

I see the casualty reports. So many lives cut short.

We fight for our freedom, but will there be any of us left to enjoy it?

Day 53 of Commission:

I am still trying to come to terms with the news.

The notification came early this morning, and I still hold the letter in my hand.

(The text ends here, the parchment underneath torn jaggedly.)