Norma
"I want to be more of a help." Carlyn contributed. The way she presented it seemed off, though, considering she *Was* A good help most of the time. It took her a few moments of silence to finally grasp what she wanted to say.

"I want to protect you two. And not in a... Hero and damsel sort of way. As fellow soldiers. Compatriots. To take up my shield and spear and prevent enemies from harming you, while you two work your way in and deal as much damage to our enemies as possible."

She looked a bit disgruntled, staring at the floor and tucking her knees to her chest, and stating, "Seeing you get so heavily injured was something I could've prevented. I should've gone to help when I had the chance, but I was bold and tried to continue my assault."
Jennifer
"No, chasing their mage was the priority. Only you could catch them in a chase and if left unchecked would've killed us all." *She said, trying to ease any guilt Carlyn had.* "In the future when we're dealing with a split number of enemies and no priority like that, it's best if you two stick together. I've got armour, a big shield and thick skin, mmh. I can survive for a while against a lot of enemies."
Norma
"Doesn't change the fact that I still feel really bad about it, but... Thank you, Sivne. It helps a lot knowing there was something that I *Did* Do that changed the course of battle. I dunno, I guess I just... Kind of feel helpless sometimes compared to you two. You're both trained in your craft, and I'm... Well, a merchant. But I'm gonna do my best to keep up with you two."
Philip
"We needed your assistance. You are a valuable member of the team." *Sonja reiterated with a small nod. She wasn't the greatest with tactics and strategy, but even she knew that Carlyn had helped dispatch a number of enemies. Given how close the battle had been, without her aid... Well, everyone had made it out in the end, that was what mattered.*
Jennifer
"You're still learning." *She grunted and shuffled back onto her bed, putting her feet up and sitting up against the wall.* "I was born for this kind of work, it comes natural. Still, need to figure out what we do in that kind of situation. Think you both should buy a bow or a javelin."
Norma
"I've got my knifes for throwing if I ever need to use ranged, but... Honestly, I think having a javelin would be nice. I already have a short spear, too, if I ever need to throw something big. I've never really considered it though, I'm pretty quick on my feet and can rush down opponents when needed." Carlyn replied, letting her knees fall away from her chest and back towards the ground. She had relaxed quite a bit with the knowing that her companions had faith in her. It made her feel a little less like a fish out of water.
Philip
*Sonja didn't much like the thought of fighting from the back. But that was certainly better than not fighting at all. She nodded at the suggestion, contemplating what sort of weapon would be appropriate for her. Perhaps a Javelin? The Beastkin woman would need to investigate that further.* "Right... I only have melee weapons at the moment. I can try to find something with more range."
Jennifer
"Mmh. Just something to throw in. It beats not doing anything at all. I'd get some, but i'm more suited to charging head on." *She stretched her arms behind her head with a groan.* "We did fine though, lot of enemies back there."