[he sighs]

I merely meant that you are now seeking assistance. I know better than most that you do not desire that shape for yourself.

[he stays alert as they make haste out of the barracks. Thankfully, their trip to the outdoors was quicker than it was for most other residents of the castle, it being imperative that the guards could respond quickly to a threat at the gates.]

I shall reserve discussion of particulars for behind closed doors, but I hope that you carry no trepidation of what is to come.