Red squatted and observed the situation intensely. It was really hard for Red to make the decision right away. Wiping out the kobold was the best course of action, but there were too many variables.
What if the Kobolds managed to capture or kill the beast before the Chief could come? That was a possibility. The possibility that the beast would attack them. The worst scenario would be when the kobold captured those three children and controlled the parents.
That was a possibility, as they could even manipulate the Dire Wolf King to attack the goblin village. They might be able to control these two scary beasts.
He knew that he must make the decision quickly. If he wanted to interfere with the kobolds and whatever they planned, he must act now, while they were not yet in control of the situation.
If he wanted to report back, he must go now so they could make it in time. Timing was crucial in his two options.
