In two more days, all of the wounded will be back from the pocket dimension, that would be good for their forces, but they will have wasted five days' worth of training.
"While that idea doesn't seem so bad, there is the chance that we could obtain some assistance to the will of another planet, am I right?" Regis asked. "The first location is also a possibility."
It was obvious that Esmeralda's point resonated with the group, and Rain could see the appeal of focusing on smaller tasks until everyone was fully prepared to tackle larger missions. With the potential dangers posed by the machine gods and the need to ensure the safety of their comrades, caution was indeed very much necessary.
Regis couldn't help but feel a bit of regret as he reflected on his previous missteps that had strained the unity of the group. The realization that they were now pressed for time only added to his sense of urgency to solve the cohesion of the group as a whole.