And that's where they differed--running away was always an option for him in a situation that certainly wasn't worth dying for. Live to fight another day versus dying a forgotten 'hero'...well, the choice was clear. This particular time, however, had little to do with that personal code and more to do with the detriment of his mind at the time.

"Ah--you are right! It is certainly not the most embarrassing thing I can think of happening, but they are waiting. Think of how warm it would be in this weather," he said, thoughtfully. And he did so enjoy the look of a windswept, cold-reddened face. "Let us go, then!"