"It's all right, Noct. It's not like we've been given specifics on much else on this journey. I know you will do your best to gather the strength you need and then return to us as soon as you can," Ignis gives him a confident, though tired look. Pain and weariness are starting to cloud his mind again, and it's clearly shown on his face when he removes his sunglasses to carefully rub at his nose. Folding the sunglasses, he rests them in his lap before looking between the two boys.

"It may be wise to shelve further discussion on this topic for now. Even with Noct's fishing skill, it make take some time to catch something suitable for a meal. Considering we have no idea the dangers that appear when the sun sets, I would prefer we not be separated for long after darkness falls."