(Many of the entries are smudged and illegible.) 24th Sun's Dawn, 2E 442 It has been months since the last communique and the knights grow restless. Some have been crowing to abandon the Hold. I have already ordered the scourging of two soldiers for seditious talk. I fear that soon corporal punishment may not be enough. 2nd Rain's Hand, 2E 459 12th First Seed, 2E 460 Gisbourne and I have concocted a plot to save the Hold and the Pale Watch. I do not know why I now commit it to paper. Perhaps a guilty conscience? If this plan bears fruit, the guilt will be worth it. 5th Morning Star, 2E 471