If this had been the case, there would have been no need for expeditions of any kind, but ultimately, Ace's options were for the time being just as limited as everyone else's. "I'll do my best tomorrow, then." He was certainly thankful for the opportunity to get some rest beforehand, not knowing for how long he could actually continue after the last day's trek.

The least he could do was at least try to soothe the bird's pain with a quick healing spell, despite knowing that in the face of such sickness it would probably help very little, if at all. "This is no longer just about Zack, but helping one another, as well." With the last of his magic gliding over the Chocobo's injuries, the cadet rose to his feet to let him rest. "How many people are there?"