Yes. [He doesn't want to upset Lady Zelda, but his only hope is for just that to happen.] Everyone would be safer. [...no matter what happens to him.]
[He forces a smile at his gracious hostess.] I would very much appreciate that, Lady Zelda. I feel as though I've not eaten in months -- although I suppose that is exactly the case.
I can't apologize enough for the dishonorable way I've acted, and yet you are willing to help me even so. But still... [He pauses, not enjoying this bit, but.] I will need to ask yet one more thing of you.