Cassian did not want to expose Elisha to danger. She was the reason for the alliance between the kingdom of Xurt and the kingdom of Cosset; if she died because of him, that alliance might end. After thinking about it for a while, he said to her:
"Princess, I do not doubt your strength or your skill as a warrior, but fighting humans is not the same as fighting bloodthirsty monsters."
"I am aware of that, and I am also aware that sooner or later I will face them, which is why I do not intend to let them go without me."
"If something happens to you, your father will not be pleased with Cosset, and that could break the alliance between us."
"I will ensure my father understands the danger and knows that it is my decision to accompany you."
"You are the crown princess; you should not expose
