[ Also at a loss of what to do, he simply turns to face Childe completely - arms held out a little from his body so that he may do as he pleases.

He also takes a step away from the stove and yet boiling water. ]

You are a dear friend to me, Childe.

I could not have left you to suffer that fate alone when all it required of me was my time and presence. A small exchange for what you were spared from in return.