[He listens, and tries not to wince at Ghaleon's tone. They're on the same side and it still sounds threatening to him. Aoi isn't even really a fighter... he reaches out to the two of them in thought speech, making sure it's just going to them.]

<We can get through this. They probably came prepared for dragon, so if they attack they won't be expecting something like me. Just stand your ground and don't let them intimidate you.>

[More privately, he just addresses Aoi with his next bit.]

<This kind of thing can be scary, but we'll keep you safe, okay? So don't worry.>