[There's a hearty chuckle at Laguna's words.]

Oh I'm sure that won't be necessary, Laguna-- Squall is a great help. The cadets really look up to him. [The latter is said with a touch of pride.]

The others are going fine, as well. I'm sure they'd be happy to see you; perhaps we'll have to make way to Esthar one day. An educational field trip for the new cadets? [He isn't too serious about this, and it's evident in the way he adds on a laugh.]