He was seldom allowed outside the research complex, and neither the guards nor the Seekers would answer his questions.

Before the guard could answer, one of the men behind him pushed forward suddenly.

"So have they," answered the guard, pointing to the others who were praying in the rain.

"The food here is better than in many camps," answered the guard.

Before the guard could answer, a familiar howling echoed from within the suite.

Before the guard could answer, the castle gate opened.

The guard answered for the number of his charges with his life, and the numbers were checked by roll call.

And a soft, distant call outside, which his guard answered just as softly.

I guess that's how it has to be," the guard answered.

There were no gates to pass, no guards to answer.