intrepid explorers experience an impasse

Eris paused silently as she took in the soft words that fell from his rusty lips. She continued behind him, her paws in step with his own as they approached the lands beyond ans where safety from quicksand waited. She did eventually defend her decision, however Ox could tell she did give some thought to what she said. He didnt know if she was trying to convince him or herself. She brought up her points, companionship and their help to her disabled form. He gave her a pity chuckle as she attempted to lighten the mood that lingered over them.

"Your family is not here now, and other than a lingering debt you will make it out alive." He offered another chuckle. "
"Who says you can't have freedom and family?" Oxide shifted his ruby gaze to look back towards her again. "Freedom is impossible with my family. He muttered, obvious disdain for the wolves who raised him. He shoved thoughts of Nysa and Deimos from his mind as she told him her paws liked to carry her as well he managed a genuine grin. "Oh, Im certain roads will bring us back together." He planned to take advantage of his debt from her, though he could glean it from her family as well. Oxide would never admit out loud he looked forward to seeing her again too.