He gave half a laugh, knowing he wasn't good at comfort. He took the words though. He set one arm around her waist and his head on her shoulder. At her question he nodded.
"Yes." He pointed to a building, "a local gang makes their headquarters here, so I must be cautious with flushing them out. They are fortified, plus I do not know what to expect. There is no element of surprise available so I am waiting for the plans of the building to plan better. I do not wish to lose anyone." He shrugged, "plus they know what I will do if they lose."
Leaving that alone he glanced to her, "do you wish for something to eat?"