As the palpable tension of battle began to dwindle, Kasus slowly climbed off of the flipped sled, clutching his right shoulder. Even though the area seemed to be clear of heartless he couldn't help but feel worrisome being in the forest. He quickly moved towards his friends, specifically Jared due to the fact that he was not only their leader but also wielded the keyblade. Simply being near someone who was worthy of the weapon eased the boy's cautious mind. By now the man and woman that had nearly plowed into the group began to speak up, Kasus breathed heavy as they began to exchange words with Jared. 

"We're no one... really, you know... just passing through and all that, and thought we'd offer to help find you... Your Highness." 

"Wha..?" Kasus was confused with his leaders words and thought it was silly to claim the first girl they met in the wilderness would be the princess. However the surprised expression on her face was proof enough that the assumption was correct. If it was even an assumption at all. Kasus laid his eyes on their leader, curious as to how he had figured it out so quickly. Maybe Hans had provided a description that flew over the boy's head, or maybe it was just a keen intuition. Either way their job was thankfully halfway done. 

Fatigue from the battle quickly came over Kasus as a chill breeze reminded him how very cold he was. Briefly he searched for the jacket gifted to him by Hans, eventually spotting it lying in the snow. Slowly the boy made his way towards the clothing, flinching as he placed his arms through the freezing sleeves, even so he preferred cold clothing instead of none. He pondered casting his fire spell on the jacket to maybe warm it up some, however he didn't have the energy to cast magic at the moment, not to mention the fact he could risk destroying his only winter clothes.

As Kasus zipped up the coat he noticed Elim approaching him. At first glance he assumed the warrior was merely looking in his direction considering the fact they had never spoken a word to eachother directly, but as he came closer and closer the boy realized she was looking directly at him. "Uh" Was all he muttered before being struck by his comrade. The pain from the slap was hurt significantly more due to the cold, that combined with the fatigue of battle caused Kasus to reel back slightly, his eyes wide as saucers as he listened to Elim's words. 

Discipline wasn't a feeling Kasus was familiar with, along with the fear of death and the longing for home. In less than an hour he had experienced all three of these feelings. As Elim turned and walked off and up the mountain Kasus plopped down onto the snow in disbelief. This was not the adventure he spent years dreaming for. Going back to the Gummi Ship sounded quite convincing. However, as the boy contemplated the idea he suddenly came to the dreadful realization that he could not return home. In the eyes of the Lunaris citizens, he was an outlaw. He had no home. 

Kasus' cheek stung with a sharp pain, as did his heart.