[ Cain is also a champion at this kind of game. And willing to sneak off when John's not looking to throw himself into danger anyway. ]

But I'm not a commander here. And I don't really have anyone to delegate to, so we're better off putting both our weapons to good use against that dragon. In a battle like this, no one has the luxury of staying safe, you know.

[ He's not saying John can't handle it. But he's not going to sit back and let others go into danger without him. ]