Every time they went on a mission, she would always pay attention to his position.
Before crossing the river this time, she made a point to check on his condition.
He stood at the end of the line, his face pale, breathing short.
She did not force him to stay, nor did she take the initiative to lead him away.
The suggestion to break the contract stuck in her throat and ultimately went unsaid.
Kaelan Hawthorne was only at the Yellow Rank, weak-bodied, and had never absorbed a Beast Crystal.
Unlike Gideon Larkin, who could draw strength, he was perhaps the most incapable of enduring among the group.
He was always silent in the team, barely able to protect himself during battles, and often needed others to cover for him.
He didn't know how to release Primordial Energy externally; his defense measures were simplistic.
Even basic dodging was a struggle for him.
Yet he never complained of fatigue, nor did he ever retreat.
Whenever someone suggested he stay at the back.
