That gets a sharp look. Just like that, his guard is up again and he scoffs.

"I'm only working here to earn the local coin, seeing as the so-called gods have seen fit to curb my ability to wield aether."

He tightens the fresh bandage with a little more force than necessary - enough to make her wince - and ties it off. "'Twas either this or ride out at the beck and call of any man or woman finding themselves in strife. Unlike you, I don't care for that sort of heroics."