[Unfortunately, Akechi is Akechi, so he has to get at least another word in edgewise.]

For your information, Ren and I were part of the initial group that explored the Northern Forest. We know the territory well, and I will not tolerate insults just because we got unlucky.

[Nonetheless, he continues flying forward, scanning the area.]

But yes, Laios-san. Please do inform us of any suspicious scents. That seems a far more productive use of our time than being punching bags for one mistake.