[He considers that, and understands that it was nothing personal with his incident in the baths, but then the topic shifts and Leo actually smiles.]

[fondly:] He's entirely different than I am. He's headstrong, tenacious, loyal... and honorable. He's my friend, and .. my family. I would gladly be a willing sacrifice for his protection. I'm not afraid to die.

I could protect him with my chain, as his will protect me at all costs, but not himself, but we're limited here. There is no Abyss, so I've figured out that the chains have to draw their power from this body.

Your decisions are entirely your own right to make, but I'll stick by my offer. If you're willing to protect him - I'm not asking for myself - I'll serve you without question if you want me to.