Heroic Potential

He wasn't wrong.

He knew Mataron.

Everyone did.

She was infamous in the forums—always the one dying, struggling, and getting mocked.

And now?

She was about to enter one of the most dangerous places in the game.

His concern was valid.

Once inside the maze, they wouldn't be able to stick together the whole time.

They would split into two teams:

William's group – The elite fighters.

The new recruits – Junai, Cat Car, and the others.

This split was intentional—

It would reduce their chances of running into high-level creatures.

But now?

Mataron's presence changed the balance.

If monsters attacked, they would prioritize the weakest first.

Protecting Mataron meant increased risk.

In a life-or-death situation, the rational choice would be to abandon the weakest link.

The tall man knew this—

Which was why he spoke up before it was too late.

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William's Decision