It is not an answer, but even Rashad is able to understand the hint that there are more important matters to be addressed. He does not know who this angel is, what kind of pantheon he is actually from or what his intentions are, but he sees no reason to be dishonest. It may even transpire that this angel is an authority figure to whom he can give his services, though it is by no means safe to assume this is so in a city where certain other angels keep company with demons.

"I am defending this place," he replies. "There is little enough order in this city. Assist me."