For the first time since arrival--with the exception of time with Rinoa--Squall felt useful. Protecting and rebuilding his home was where Squall felt best. He wasn't friendly enough to make casual conversation easily. But when there was a mission, he would be the first one to sign up.

He wasn't tired from the hike, but Tony needed to locate the best place for the ore before they began. Squall took the moment to follow the sound of water and refill some of the group's canteens.

He gave a nod to Bull as he approached. "It looks like a good place to camp." Hopefully they would find the ore close and no dangerous monsters would appear, but Squall was as prepared as he could be for that.