If anything, splitting up like that made him more wary, because he had to keep his distance from the pair ahead of them, but unable to see Black Bat as she moved in her own path. Even glancing up would probably be a mistake, because it might cue anyone sneaking up to the possibility someone was up there. Besides, he trusted that she had his back.

So he followed, in irregular movements, finding the next bit of cover he wanted before he broke. He had to be alert for anything, but if he made a mistake and got spotted, he wouldn't give away that he wasn't alone.