Horizon of Darkness

"Why didn't you say anything?" Henry sighed. "Thank you. Let's just make it to the tavern, it's okay. But if anything comes up, I'll lend you some next time, Zeik."

"You need more courage, not strength. You could have handled it normally. But no, you had to run away with your tails between your legs. What if the monsters from the whirlpool are intelligent? What if they set up an ambush next time? What if they prepare better? What if they immediately throw everything they have at us? You disappoint me, mortals."

The elder is clearly frightened by the information he received from the mercenaries.
"So, this thing isn't alone?! Oh, ancestors! We need to inform everyone and set up patrols, in case the monsters decide to swim closer to the city. Will you warn the authorities of Radov about the creatures?"