Chrisfield found comfort in the camaraderie of his fellow soldiers as they marched in unison. The repetitive rhythm of their footsteps brought him a sense of belonging, dispelling his previous feelings of loneliness. In this collective movement, he felt a relief from the burden of making decisions, embracing the simplicity of following the group's lead.

This experience allowed Chrisfield to surrender himself to the group dynamics, where individual thoughts and choices were overshadowed by the shared purpose and discipline of military life. The act of marching together represented a return to connection and reliability amidst the chaos of war.