Gara's offer caught both Mohan and Kian off guard.
Gara explained his true plan to them, which was to test his anti-toxin pills right at the source of the contamination.
It sounded absurd. But what mattered most to Mohan was that their investigation would finally move forward.
"…Fine. Tomorrow, we'll go."
Without another word, Gara turned and left.
"Gara," Mohan suddenly called as Gara stood in the doorway. "I met Loka in town. He asked me to tell you he's sorry for what he did. He's already admitted all his mistakes to the guards. I hope you don't hold a grudge."
"I don't," Gara replied, glancing back briefly before leaving.
...
The next morning, Gara, Fian, and Madha set out with several guards—including Emir himself—alongside Kian and Mohan. Ten people in total.
"Gara, the mountain's dangerous. You should stay in the middle," Emir reminded him.
