Leo was too young, so Eric didn't plan to take him. He entrusted the boy to Luci. It just so happened that Thomas and Max both had to go with him, so they let Luci come to his house to stay with Leo.
There was also a lot of food in his cellar; Luci didn't need to bring anything and could just move in.
Leo, with teary eyes, clung to the luggage Eric had prepared, trying to stuff himself inside.
Eric was exasperated and amused. He picked the boy up in front of him to coax him.
"I'm going out to trade for delicious food for you and everyone in the tribe. I won't be gone long; I'll be back quickly. You be good at home with Luci and watch the house for me, okay?"
Leo looked at him pitifully with tear-filled eyes, making Eric feel as if he had returned to his very first day here.
Back then, Leo had also looked at him with that same longing gaze, and it had immediately touched his heart.
Eric's heart softened, and he felt a little distressed. He really wanted to bring Leo along.
