"It seems to be getting worse by the day," he told Ales. "Have you felt any ill effects? Whatever it is, it seems to be spreading."

He took a closer look at the sign-ups, trying to find a warrior available to accompany Ales on his watch. "Do you know any warriors that might be convinced to join you? If not, I will go." It would be good to have a second set of eyes on his own patrol, Ramza thought, and another Hero would keep him awake, even if he did nothing else.