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Kael shook his head a moment before responding.

"I do not look down on you," Kael admitted. "I think you're somewhat ignorant of Midgard's dangers, but that can easily be remedied after time. I objected to your presence to free Solver for a simple reason." Kael sat by the controls, considering a new program to put in. "There is a lot to admire about the Aesir, though there are also some glaring faults at times. A severe lack of pragmatism is one of them. You were already injured, severely, before we even departed. I'm sure you understand how an injured soldier can affect a battle. If one's comrade cannot fight to his utmost, it affects himself and those who fight beside him."

Kael types in a few commands.

"I don't doubt your duty, or commitment to that duty. However, you do not look beyond what would happen if you did die. It would have been a waste. Not because the task isn't worthy, but because you wouldn't be there to grow into that role. Any soldier can die for his duty, hundreds do so in Asgard's many wars. However, for every one that doesn't, they improve, they grow, they become Hoguns, Volstaggs, and Fandrals," Kael said, saying the three names with respect. "I would gladly take one Fandral over an army of Aesir soldiers. You have such potential," Kael said earnestly. "but you will never be as much as you can be if you go off planning to die every time Solver is in danger. You protect him, and if need be, you die doing so, but if not, you fight, you learn, you become the kind of protector he needs. If you don't, you'll simply be the first of a long line of brave, loyal Aesir do their duty, and die."

Kael sighed heavily upon finishing.

"Solver needs more than just another body watching over him. I think you can be that person, but I also think you need to grow into it. You're a great warrior, but there's more to it than that." Kael sheathes his blades. "As for my duty..I cannot even be home to fulfill my duties. That fact tears at me every day, so I know how you feel. I will not stand in your way again, but think about what I've said. For Solver's sake if not your own."