Chapter 361

"I'm sorry Aralee. You are right. Now is not the time for me to be wallowing in self-pity." Verrader said, his head hung low in shame.

He had gotten used to Evelyn or one of the others taking charge when they were in a group. 

When he was alone, he had no problems taking care of himself, but this was the first time he needed to step up and look after everyone in their time of distress.

"The first thing we need to do is scout out the immediate area and make sure that things are safe. We got lucky that there weren't any strong beasts that had claimed this patch of trees, but I am sure you can tell we are not in an environment that will be devoid of powerful threats." Aralee said, wearing a serious expression.

Verrader took a few moments now that he had calmed down a bit and took in the feeling of the magical energy that was naturally within the area.