Garon stood silently, listening as they shouted Glover's family motto.
In that moment, he knew the Steel Fist Company had been reborn.
To avoid losing their honor again, they would do everything in their power to obey his orders.
Even if he told them to die!
"It's time to begin the next part of the plan!"
Garon thought to himself.
By then, the shouts were gradually dying down.
When the training yard had fallen quiet again, he gazed at the Steel Fist Company, whose morale had been restored, and declared solemnly, "I want you to remember this moment!"
His sharp eyes swept over everyone present, and his rousing voice rang across the training yard.
"You yearn for honor, you yearn for battle, and I can tell you this with certainty!"
"War will break out before long!"
"When it does, everything you learn here will help save your life and the lives of your comrades on the battlefield!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Steel Fist Company stirred, but they soon fell silent again.
Thinking of Theon's death, Jon assumed Garon was worried that the Iron Islands would raid the North. His expression grew excited.
Garon noticed Jon's expression and, struck by an idea, barked, "Jon Snow, step forward!"
Jon froze, then stepped out. Ghost followed close beside him.
Garon walked over to Jon and introduced him to the rest of the Steel Fist Company. "Starting today, you'll have a new member: Jon Snow."
"He'll share your honors and face life and death alongside you!"
The others looked at Jon, who had just endured punishment alongside them, and a hint of approval showed in their eyes.
Garon didn't explain Jon's identity in detail. After signaling for him to return to the ranks, he changed the subject. "Starting tomorrow, you'll be