The days following Erlan's guidance blended together. Ever since Onvyr and Cailu attacked Erlan, a rift between the three scouts swallowed decades of comradery. Onvyr permeated resentment towards Alea for assumed betrayal and disgust at the weak spine of Cailu after he folded to Elwin’s demands and apologized.

When they were a day out from reaching the nomadic tribe, Elwin ordered Onvyr to head out and hunt. He must have realized something was amiss by the glare as he passed by.

Elwin connected the two scouts and motioned them to sit.

Out of respect for both of you, I’m giving you two options. Will you do it, or shall I?

Cailu stared at Elwin in shock, unable to come up with a coherent reply. He looked to Alea for guidance, only to find tears flowing down he...

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