The offer of protection was unexpected, and the explanation even more so. Before she could really react to it, he was already trying to change the subject, and Aves decided to let him, for now. "I might try one of the peppers," she said. "There are other things in there, too. Bacon, for one, and fruit. Because fruit." She smiled as she said it, then added, "And thanks for the offer. I kinda hope I never have to cash it in, but it's mutual."