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President Watanabe
Well, of course they'll find that we operate on the TANSTAAFL [1] model, but I'm sure they'll become productive citizens eventually. Speaking of productive, I also had a chance to speak to Ms. Ravenwing. Offering her the key to the city, so to speak.
Zephyr
For her help on this mission, or for the destruction of the Reich fuel supply?
President Watanabe
Both actually, and she made two intriguing requests. The first was fairly straightforward. She wants more time with the three soldiers she's been working with. I summarily granted that request, as it benefits everyone. The second request was one that interested me quite a bit. She want to, when our troubles with the Reich are over, to start a summer school teaching wilderness skills to select classes for our children.
Zephyr
Having lived with the clan of the hawk, I think that would be a wonderful idea.

[1] TANSTAAFL, coined by Robert A. Heinlein, is a acronym for "There Ain't No Such Thing As A Free Lunch."

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