Steve made sure to double check along the way, not wanting this guy to have someone sneak up on him. It would weigh on him if he learned Ian died shortly after leaving him here.

Giving a small smile at being thanked - even if he doesn't think it's necessary - Steve pats Ian's shoulder kindly. "Take care. I'm sure I'll be seeing you around," it's a good guess to say it won't be the last time they meet. Maybe not in the arena, but they'll meet again.

He'll take his leave then, needing to find his allies and secure a place for them to camp out as well.

(ooc: If you want Ian to stop him before he leaves, go for it ouo)