[ The words take him aback for a moment. It sounds like she's dismissing him. For a moment he wonders if it's because she's noticed his current state of powerlessness. Certainly she would. But, something seems off. Still, it's hard to work out the words to say when his chest feels suddenly so heavy. ]

... I suppose I wouldn't be much use, like this, even were I to return to the Sanctuary. Even with my eyesight back, I'm as good as blind. And... if that's your wish... I don't know that I can refuse it...

[ Ah, but he's watched over her for so long. Maybe he's the one that can't let go. ]

However...

[ He's not sure where he's going with this. It sounds weak, even to his own ears. ]