Even now he didn't like the idea of riding the zip line. For many minutes he didn't respond. Given that the zip line was so long, the walk would be much longer. And if Abel walked back to him and then turned around to go back it would be twice as long.

They only had so much time to gather the cure. Even Bracken had some sense of urgency, even when he wanted to proceed with care.

Finally, he answered.

"I... I'll come down."

He really didn't like it, but if Abel made it hopefully that meant he would be safe, too. He got himself hooked up, checked his harness several times, and stood by the edge with his fingers clinging hard to his line. Finally, he closed his eyes and lifted up his legs, curling up and hanging on for dear life as he started to fall.