[He sags and actually makes a worried little noise.] Indeed, our arrival here was precipitated by a most unusual circumstance. Yet our way back is clear, and the night not unwinnable. Are you not the one who told me to focus on future victories?

I am capable now of hope, and I have hold of it at the moment with both hands. I urge you to try the same. May I help you find whatever it is that you must seek after?