Lost People

JAY CADMIUM'S POV:

"You didn't have to come with me, you know?" I said, glancing back at the brown-haired girl following my lead.

"I had nothing better to do," responded Mia, pouting slightly.

"Aren't you a commander?"

"That doesn't mean I know how to lead an army. I'm surprised you even do."

"I simply follow logical thought," I confessed. "It's useless when emotions and morale are taken into account. Everything becomes too unpredictable."

Mia said nothing, switching topics.

"Where are we going again?"

"One of our scouting parties reported a large monster in the vicinity. I don't want to risk the lives of my soldiers for something I can do. I need time to think anyway."

"Did something happen with Asthia?" asked Mia, understanding the source of my conflict.

"She's not looking great, Mia. I've been there before, it's hard to climb back up into everyday life."

A shadow suddenly loomed over me, forcing me to stop in my tracks as I looked at the towering giant in front of me.