Despite Deravan and Dorisma's efforts to catch up, the golem was easily able to outrun them. Even though they both seemed disappointed that they didn't get a chance to finish it off, it probably would have taken a while, and they needed to finish this mission as fast as possible if they wanted to make it back to the stronghold before nightfall.

   Trey was about to keep heading for the dust, but then he noticed that Robert had wandered off again. It didn't take long for him to get back, but having to wait for him to return every time was beginning to get annoying.
"Robert, perhaps it would be best if you stopped trying to lead the group." Trey suggested. "This habit of yours only serves to slow us down, and I'd rather be back at the stronghold as soon as possible."