Redhawk Caldera back on the job

"Yeah, you're probably right," Elwood agreed. Talking with Pantaleimon was making him feel a bit better, at least for the time being. He knew that when he parted ways with the Gamma and returned to Elwood Jr, he would be assaulted once more with questions and tears. He shook his head gently, feeling frustration welling in his chest. As the days wore on, it grew harder and harder not to be angry at Finley for deciding to leave while Eljay was still so attached -- and for being gone longer than she promised.

"Anyway," he said, clearly ready to move on to another topic. "I'm glad you're feeling better. How are things going otherwise?" he asked. As they meandered, the warden's gaze swept their surroundings, looking for anything out of place -- or any sign of Finley -- but there seemed to be no disturbances along the border.