Merrick, Commander Vorik, and Rask headed toward their homes after being escorted to the tunnel entrance in blindfolds. Vorik had one on the planet's surface in the main dome in hopes he would one day be able to live with his mate. All the others lived around the entrance of the tunnel to keep watch over it.
"I think we need to go to the bar. We all need a drink," Merrick stated evenly. He was upset that he had to leave his mate again. His thoughts of her consumed him, which in turn depressed his mood. He knew he couldn't be with her when he wanted. It was too dangerous.
Rask and Commander Vorik nodded in agreement as they followed Merrick to the small bar Seeran had told him about.
