Ardreth was momentarily stunned by Aaron’s response. Was he a captive on this trip then? Perhaps he should take the first attempt at escape that popped up. But it soon became apparent that Aaron wasn’t serious, or at least jesting in kind. He offered a smile in return and shrugged at his comment about saving his life. “If the objective it to keep you alive, I think I’ll be more useful than the rest of these chaps. I’m an expert in keeping people alive. As for saving my life, I’m sure the favor will be returned many times over, don’t you think? Then the pay becomes justified after.” Ardreth replied confidently, before resuming his munching of rations.