[He doesn't go too far without her, at least, though he does keep an eyebrow raised as he moves to make that turn.]

Can't say I've been a big fan of any of the monsters that've tried to kill me over the decades, actually, no matter how many different types come at me.

[Not that he doesn't enjoy fighting, honestly, but the "for your life" part gets exhausting, especially when you've been at it since you could reasonably hold a blade.]

Where to next, Bluebell?

[why ask a name when you can be lazy and address someone based on their theme colors!]