Awww. It would almost be sweet if he wasn't all rift-addled. And if she wasn't in a much better position to save herself than he seems to give her credit for. Not that she'd ever ditch the dogs in the event of an actual attack, but she can shapeshift.

She gives him a small, reassuring smile. "I've got the People keeping an eye out for street cleaners, so I'll hear about them well before they get anywhere near us. We'll be fine."

She nods at Phil as they head out the door, and once they start up the stairs, the dogs perk up noticeably, pleased to finally be on their way. Daine reminds them to behave themselves, as half of her attention is on Yuri and his rather obvious discomfort over leaving the safety of the base. It's a rather ironic role reversal compared to her first day here, and she finds herself wondering if she ought to take his hand to keep him from haring off.