Five seconds

Eldrian softly rubbed Kydone's back in support, "It's alright. If you want to stay here. You can."

Kydone shook her head, "No. I can't." Being comforted and forgiven made her feel worse. Making her refuse to cower more than she had. However, she did not pull away immediately. 

"It's fine. You know I won't really die. You should rather stay safe." Eldrian continued. While the others could sympathize they did not agree with Kydone sitting it out. It would drastically decrease the already low odds of success. 

Luckily, it seemed her being given the option to withdraw gave her the resolve to stand firm. "No! I have to help." 

Nodding, Eldrian slowly let go of her. Kydone wiping her wet cheeks to try and appear confident, her cute movements cutting into Evale. Making her want to let Kydone sit this one out.