He might drop his wounded companion and find safety for himself.

But it was a thought that made Wabi smile grimly.

This was not the first time that these two had risked their lives together, and that very day Roderick had fought valiantly for the other, and had been the one to suffer.

If they died, it would be in company.

Wabi made up his mind to that and clutched the other's arms in a firmer grip.