"Thanks for the assist..." said Will, approaching and extending his right hand to Tarka, compelling the shorter but markedly more burly warrior to stare at it for a few seconds before accepting his handshake.
"Power wielded for oneself is tyranny," stated Tarka, his grip strength nearly matching Will's as he affirmed, "I intervened because it was the right thing to do. Let there be no debts between us."
"At least take my appreciation with you," expressed Will, smiling as he appended, "And when tomorrow comes, I'll reserve my first challenge for whoever you nominate."
