Connie snickers slightly as well even as Nyx cuts himself off. "I don't know, Nyx. He has surprisingly powerful puppy eyes for such an old man. Withstanding those would undoubtedly be the most challenging feat of my career as an adventurer."

And as much as Connie hated to admit it, there was something about Clarus that put her at ease. He almost reminded her of Doug. And if she really was stuck here- no. Nope. Not an option. She would find a way back, no matter what it took.