Go back?
Enzo would die if he did.
Although Enzo was unsure of Maude's current strength, he could feel an invisible force enveloping him, binding him and making it difficult to move.
It was definitely Maude!
Enzo quickly confirmed this and then turned back with a smile, saying, "No, I just sensed something behind me and wanted to check it out."
Maude smiled and said, "That's good."
He continued, ambiguously either threatening or expressing a sentiment. "We are like-minded partners. As partners, we should help each other instead of choosing to leave halfway. Just like when you encounter trouble, I help you. And when I encounter trouble, I need your help too."
Enzo picked up on this and asked, "So, Captain, what trouble have you encountered?"
Maude's expression was inscrutable as he glanced at Enzo before saying, "You'll find out later."
At that moment, Enzo was certain that the Maude before him was not quite right.
