[It's a cruel world that requires children to grow up before they're allowed to be children. Armin knows this very well, a soldier at only twelve years old.

[He doesn't wish to put that pressure on Kate. He'd like to take it off of her shoulders if he can, but...

[That just won't be possible in a place like this. He gives her a firm nod.]

I'm sure you will. We'll all have to if we want to survive - and we will. Together. [It's a mantra he's so very used to reciting; he hasn't fully believed it in a long time.]

For now...

There are probably more people in that forest who need help. I'd like to assist. While I'm gone, maybe you could try to prepare the place, and look for any clues.