He blinked in surprise. "Oh, I didn't even think about tool belts! I may grab one of those for myself then. What weapon are you using? There's a chance Brother and I will have leftover materials after tonight, and I could improve it if you wanted."

His head snapped around, and he stared at her, the rest of her statement forgotten. "The Colonel was here?! H-how long ago?" He hadn't ever said a thing about this place! Even if he and Ed were often out on the road, surely they would have noticed or someone would have mentioned something!