Battier nodded thoughtfully.
Watching him, Colin suddenly understood why Yuri had been so impatient when teaching them back then.
When you're fighting Demons and Cultists, one wrong step can lead to utter damnation. In situations like these, a rookie's assumptions can cause a world of trouble.
The two of them quickly returned to the team's hiding spot.
As soon as Colin entered the bear cave, Ale approached with a waterskin.
"This is for you," she said, handing it to him.
"Thanks." Colin took the waterskin and had a drink.
He glanced at her. The Half-Elf had her head lowered, looking uncomfortable.
Colin said casually, "You're not great at acting or sneaking around, and that's fine. For now, just trust us. When the time comes, we'll be trusting in your magic for support. That's why Adventurers form teams, after all."
"Okay." Ale nodded emphatically.
They waited a little longer, and then Kase and the others returned to the hideout.
Colin asked, "Find anything?"
