After they had gathered their thoughts, They watched Jerold slowly appear out of the snowy surroundings. They hadn't made it to the gate of the city yet, but they were sure that they would have noticed someone. Even Clark had totally missed that there was another person here. It made him completely evaluate his sense and how he used the system analysis skill.
"I just told you, say what you need to say then we will go inside. I am not waiting too long." Professor Wright was really ready to move on. She was not going to play some game where they all sat in silence.
"I'm-"
"I don't care, you can be with us or not. Doesn't matter. I will be the champion of our team. I am leaving." Ralph was already done with it. He didn't mind if anyone was on the team. He wanted to be at the top. But he also didn't see the point in spending half the day apologizing for something pointless.
"I think you were dumb. If you aren't anymore, I am fine."
we will see if Jerold earns his return or if he is still foolish and overly emotional now that he has a little power.