"Mostly because a lot of my friends died, friends who should have had a chance first." Carlos knew well enough that they had in mind for him to become a regional commander as soon as was practicable, but no one anticipated quite when he did. He led the new guard of wizard, young, less hide bound, more willing to see what was going on - he was always going to end up in a position of responsibility. He just did it so damn well.
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