Meetings with ministers, generalship and keeping Nikolai under control were quite difficult. You were constantly on guard. Even when you were sleeping or resting, your body began to be alert to the slightest sound.

You and Nikolai left another meeting with ministers. It was getting harder and harder to keep your body upright as you and Nikolai walked behind the ministers. Suddenly, when you were about to stumble, you felt a hand on your waist and you came to your senses without anyone noticing. Nikolai leaned down and whispered quietly into your ear.

"2 hours of sleep and only one meal, again."