They were getting split up further. Gallus didn't like the possibility of overextending but they didn't have time to be thorough and methodical any more. Not with Ri'vashi holding the gate. As well, Lorag's look hinted at being driven by revenge. The doubts made Gallus hesitate for a moment.

Ra'kalesh's arrival made Gallus double-take at the burns that the monk had suffered. Gallus was concerned for Ra'kalesh's safety, but being that they had both lost close friends in this battle, he could understand the motivation. "If you can still fight, you're coming with us," Gallus said to Ra'kalesh before turning to Lorag, "If we find the general, know that we'll be right behind you."

Gallus looked to the remaining soldiers under his command. "Let's keep moving!"

Partway into the pursuit, Janius had a thought that had him shout forth to Lorag in front of him. "Hey! What if they aren't protecting something? What if they've just been ordered to get at Meesei upstairs?"