The old man's words were like a sledgehammer pounding into them and shaking their very core. However, their hesitation only appeared in an instant before it vanished without a trace.
"We understand that this is a dangerous endeavor, but we have already made up our minds." Spoke Aliya who was silent the entire time.
Hearing her words, the young warriors smiled, nodding their heads.
Looking at their faces, Cassius felt a sense of déjà vu.
I was just like them when I was young, full of confidence and enthusiasm.
I just hope that they won't meet the same tragedy that I experienced.
With a soft sigh, Cassius shook his head. "Since you young ones have already made a decision, then I won't dissuade you anymore."
He then tapped Rigor's shoulder and said. "You can speak with them. I will go tend to the beasts."
Rigor nodded promptly. "Uh, yes, sir!"
The old man didn't linger. He put on his straw hat and left.
An awkward silence hung in the air for a brief moment.
