Ash would be put in danger once again if that was the case, but the danger would be greatly reduced if she was already aware that such a thing could happen.
If she already had her guard up against him, then he would not be able to succeed too easily.
That was why they ended up gathering together as all of the groups began to make their way down the same mountain path.
Some of them were not in the best state, so they needed a little more help to walk down, even if it meant that someone would have to support them as they walked.
The same safety measures were in place, especially for those who climbed up the main path where they had been exposed to more falling debris from what Black Avalanche had been doing.
The buddy system was used so that most of her allies would be kept close to her so that they would be able to keep an eye on her.
They did not really need to stay connected by a rope or cable, but some did choose to use that method to look out for each other.
