"Peace never seems to last long enough," Naesala said. This from his observation and experience in the year-long war against Daein that had ended.

"Who were you loyal to," asked Naesala, doing his part in just striking up conversation. He glanced to the key. He noticed the key and chain, but knew better to take either of them. After all, wasn't Duma going to be an ally to him, at least for now?