There was no pausing in completing a mission, even if he was grossly delayed because of being trapped. It still meant that he had to show up, to hand off the necessary items and accepting punishment for his tardiness, even if it was beyond his control. He struggled through the currents still, single-minded in his intensity to push through the pain he was in, putting more effort in.

"I have my doubts you are going to land-based civilization," he replied, glancing suspiciously at the blond. It seemed highly unlikely, given that what he remembered was that the clans avoided detection as much as possible. "Go back looking for treasure."