[Close by, a scaled green tail disturbs the water; Rosie turns to face it, ready to strike. Cecil himself, however, barely glances in that direction. He knows exactly what the place might throw at them, after all. Dealing with single gator is child's play.]

I can take point if you wish, but if you feel more comfortable in that role, I can also bring up the rear. The local monsters are not so strong that we need to optimize our tactics, after all.

[He wouldn't have let Rosie out if they were. He wouldn't have brought along anyone whose battle capabilities he hasn't vetted, even. Thus, personal preferences get to matter.]

Besides, this floor's configuration is relatively simple. The worst we could do is waste a few minutes.