Neither do I. [Ion sighs and pushes himself upright. He can't be broken--not now. Not around Taiki. He had others to think about. The idea of focusing on his problems...it felt selfish.

There was only one choice: and that was to find the strength he didn't possess. Too much was at stake to do otherwise. Ion could and would keep a composed face, no matter how thin it stretched him by doing so.] Perhaps we can find out. I know I'd certainly like to.

[He frowns.] Though...it might be just as wise to stay where we are and wait this out. Or, at least wait until morning. It could be dangerous.