Although the word 'escape' seemed slightly shameless at this moment, Igor had no other choice.
Though he despised the act of running away, it was a far better alternative than raising a hand against his own friend. Compared to fleeing, Igor found attacking his friend even more unacceptable.
The emergence of Hustace fueled Igor's anger. The Scale of Faith in his heart, already wavering, was on the verge of tipping completely—almost to the point of dragging the old granny from her little shack.
As Igor fled, he thought. I can't let Hustace continue like this. I am absolutely determined to bring him safely back to Yonder Travel Academy. I have to do something; I can't just keep running.
Igor began to reconsider Kadi's words. At times unreliable, Kadi's uncanny strategies often brought unexpected results in key situations.
This time, I feel I haven't fully grasped Kadi's intentions. I need to think about it again. For my own sake, and for Hustace's.
