Miguel could not understand what the Whip Bearer meant when he spoke to Kallen of "removing the reins."
In his view, the Whip Bearer had spared no effort in cultivating Kallen. Not only had he brought Kallen into his inner circle, he had also given him the position of Legion Commander. During the war, he had even personally overseen logistical support... did that count as keeping him on reins?
Still, his lack of understanding did not stop Miguel from giving Kallen an envious look.
Kallen lowered his head and said to the Whip Bearer with great respect,
"You're too kind. I've always felt fortunate and grateful to be able to serve under you."
Miguel thought, See? It's not just me. Legion Commander Kallen didn't understand either.
Yet Kallen's next words made Miguel realize that perhaps he was the only one who did not understand.
Kallen said, "I often feel guilty and apprehensive, because I know I've rested all my willfulness and youthful impetuosity on your broad vision and generosity.
"Sometimes, I know perfectly well what consequences my actions will bring. I know they'll anger you, yet I choose to go ahead anyway, and I feel secure in the belief that those unpleasant troubles won't come my way. Because I know you aren't looking after me. You're looking after the cause of Order."
When your superior was worldly, you had to be worldly along with him; when your superior waxed lyrical, you had to join him in refinement.
When Fudeng mentioned the "coachman" and the "reins," Kallen knew the Whip Bearer wanted to draw closer to him, so he had to say something considerate, even a little cloying.
These words were not nonsense, nor were they purely flattery. After all, even Neo had said, "Take a guess. Will the Whip Bearer