"Maybe, but so far you haven't hurt me or Tim so you're a step up on everyone else we've met lately."

Martin can't help frowning at the wounds as he unlocks the other cuff as well. It can't be healthy to leave him hurting like this all the time. Even if he is some people eating monster, if he's so valuable they ought to be working harder to keep him well.

He offers the teacup without comment, still crouched at the Archivist's feet as he stands ready to catch things if his hands slip.

"Is there anything that might help you feel better? Your hands-" he fumbles for the right words. "They look painful."