James’ adaptability was quite impressive to Adam. The latter had pushed all the blame onto himself in a likely foolish attempt to help his group, while the former was able to deflect and even potentially turn the situation into an advantage of sorts for Second Chance. Once more, the Druid was reminded why the Cleric was the best choice for team leader - not that he ever had any doubts about it.


After the two left the Mended Drum, the fisherman was content to walk in silence until just before they parted. That was when James imparted some advice upon Adam.


[quote=James Sirius]"Hey Adam, Tree-Man, look, this may have been a fuckup but it was a collective fuckup, any of us should have reported the entire thing the moment we found out about it, hell I doubt you are the only one who send messages, there are a lot of Adventurers around and I bet a couple of them have friends and family outside" He took a couple seconds to think the right words "Look what I am saying is don't beat yourself too much over it m'kay? I know you are your harshest critic and truthfully thoughts like that will just make you suffer for nothing. Better focus in what is to come"[/quote]


All in all, it made sense, and the Druid said as much. “Right, I'll do my best to do that, thank you.” And more importantly…


“Oh, and considering our likely path in the future, if you ever want to talk about that ‘pathological fear’ you mentioned, you know where to find me.” Adam, having thought until today that the Blessing was a simple memory exchange, felt that there was more to James’ Lathop ability than he had said before. The red-eyed man would not pry though; he just wanted to be there for his friend. So with that said, the American said good night as well, returning the Mexican's shoulder-pat sentiment with a friendly wave.


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The next morning, Adam woke up early, ate a quick breakfast and went straight to Golden Tree Park. People were just starting to arrive, so the Druid was able to begin casting without too much conversation beforehand. No plants that could kill him this time, only normal trees to aid Valheim's defense.


By the time he was out of magic, it was just about time to head back to the Drum to meet MacKensie's new friend. Upon his return though, it seemed nobody from Second Chance was around! Adam was momentarily worried he missed everyone until Frederick informed him that the French woman had gone upstairs, easing his concerns. With no reason to follow, the fisherman sat down, waiting for his teammates to show up.