[This does not seem the time to hold back any information. He can see from her stance that she hardly thinks she needs him—he'll have to convince her otherrwise.]

Well, provided we do both survive this and are returned to our homes, I have a good deal of wealth I can offer you as appreciation. I've spent more time at sea than on land in my life, which leaves me more than a little skilled with any sort of rope. And compared to some of the children in this game, I'm sure I have a bit more relevant experience in regards to life—or lack thereof.

[He says the last quite seriously; it isn't a fact he admits to many faces, but he supposes that if they do both survive, it won't be so difficult to keep his partner permanently silent in regards to his secrets.]