"I'd honestly breathe better, knowing there's some one seasoned in a fight to watch my back."

Though... He could use some tactical advice, right about now. Or any advice, really; waking up like that with no friends or family was a hard shock. Still, at least it wasn't in the middle of enemies, and he's slowly starting to get his sea... air legs under him, with practice.

"Thanks," he says, and honestly means it. There's clear relief in his voice. "And I'll return the favor, if there's anyone you're looking for. Any names or faces I should be vigilant about?"