Colin could actually understand Battier's feelings.
In this day and age, it was common for two allied families to send a second son to live with the other as a sign of their close bond.
Sending an illegitimate son, however, would be seen as an insult to the allied family. But considering the Morninglord Sect's awkward position in Rommon, sending an illegitimate son could also be considered a rather subtle gesture of goodwill.
This put the two illegitimate sons in a rather unfortunate position.
The Church would certainly prioritize their safety. For these poor sods with no inheritance rights, this would rob them of any chance to build their own fortunes.
He could understand, but if it threatened the mission, Colin would absolutely not back down.
Fortunately, the man hadn't done anything to defy orders so far. The most he'd done was grumble a bit.
It was clear he knew his limits. He really did seem like a competitive young man who hadn't seen much real trouble.
