It takes all kinds in this world of ours. [Sorry, Novvy, Zeke immediately sides with Gratia, as one should do in these circumstances. This isn't personal.]

Let's go back to where you last saw Benjie and retrace your steps. If he got separated from you, he's probably waiting for you to find him! That's what you do in a case like that, you know -- you stay where you are, so the people looking for you won't miss you.