"Har, har." Jim grumbles though he offers little else in his own self defense. The pain is ebbing though, and with it some of the tension in Jim's shoulders goes with it. Not much. This bit was only the beginning. "Whatever we decide on, we should tell your uncle it's safe to get closer."

In case they need help bidding a hasty retreat. Though he'll soon grow still to hear Felix insisting on taking the lead. He wants to ask if Felix is sure, but manages only just to hold his tongue. After a moment's hesitation, Jim nods slowly.

"We'll be right with you, anyway. The whole way."