"You have a lot to learn," the young man said.
"I guess I have," Hendley said, shaking his head.
"Tell me," the other said abruptly. "That red emblem on your sleeve—it means you're a visitor, doesn't it?"
"Yes. I was told no one would know."
"I guessed. I've seen that emblem before, always on strangers. And they've always disappeared quickly. It wasn't hard to figure out. How long are you here for?"
"Just till noon tomorrow."
"You need someone to show you around, give you the guided tour. Someone to help you keep things in perspective."
Hendley was not sure whether or not the diffident remark was an offer. "I'll admit I wasn't very well briefed," he said. "The Morale Investigator who got me this visiting privilege didn't tell me much."
"Of course not," the Freeman said. "They don't know."
"What do you mean?"