"I won't pretend to be a man who can defend himself properly."

Sure, his short spell in the navy had given him enough training with guns, but he hasn't touched one since. The only way he would arm himself, even now, would be if he were shoved out on the battlefield to fight the third party. Not his favoured cup of tea, fighting.

"I'd best make friends with you, if I've any self preservation at all." He teased, however, no matter how grave his thoughts.