Carl's confession was something Olivia couldn't refuse.
He had fought fiercely to save her, his body covered in wounds which moved her deeply. She couldn't leave him behind.
After much thought, Olivia finally spoke, "Come with me, and we can discuss this later once you've healed."
Mateship was important, and she needed to get the permission from her two mates before making a decision.
Carl could sense her wavering. He was overjoyed but also a bit sad.
It was a pity, the timing was just not right.
Carl had returned too quickly to clean up his tracks, and the enemy must have followed the traces he left and were now heading this way.
Carl was heavily injured and wouldn't heal for a while. He couldn't protect Olivia now.
He could only let her leave to avoid his enemies taking out
