[Smoker actually really values Ikki's opinion which is what makes it harder for him. But no matter who takes power in the marines or government, Smoker wants to see the most people protected and saved as possible. The most ungrateful noncombatants to still survive. The world needs less chaos, not more.]

No, I'm just going to read, and I stocked up on coffee the minute I got back.

Are you going to be okay in this weather?