Wrapping a hand around the bite, he watched the two with a tiny smile. Yes. It proved worth the scratches and losing a little blood. Well... more blood than he considered, but that was only surface damage. In any case, there was no regret.

Leaning against a shelf, he nodded his head at the thanks. "You're welcome. I hoped that it would... I'm sure she will be a great help to you." Rubbing at the mark, he angled his head. "Things are happening... and I wanted you to have someone to look after you."