Publius Claudius Nero, although cranky because he was tired, rubbed his eyes as he smiled at Grand Brother Franko. The man had helped him a lot in the past year, and although he got to know him fairly well, he still just didn't know how he continued to amaze and yet confuse him. Nero replied:

Of course I will let the next Praetor know Franco. I'm sure one of my friends will be holding this province next year, whether my friend Lepidus or another, and I will make sure you continue to be employed. In fact, if you ever need work or need something from me, I'll be in Rome. I don't expect you to just come and suprise me like this as you have in Hispania since well...you would be a little differently...dressed then people in Rome, but if you can send me a letter or contact me through the Praetor next year I would be glad.