Having been prepared for the struggle Souji bore his weight down against the second attempt. He pursed his lips pondering the best method of convincing Darvish to cooperate. After a brief debate the smaller man rose onto his knees and then placed his thighs on either side of his charge's hips. More or less sitting in Darvish's lap should be a sufficient anchor to the ground. "You'll be no use to your people if you collapse or expire en route. If you are to find them and complete your mission you must be well enough to fight. Do you think you could fight and win now?" Souji responded calmly. He attempted to catch the other's gaze and keep Darvish cognizant.