[He hesitates in offering to take the sack from her as she tottles along after him. She's always been pretty energetic and never backed down from giving him a hard time. It's another thing he's always appreciated about her, but he can't help but worry.

So, he slows down so she can catch up to him. It'll be easier to help her if he's close by.]

Trying to keep the peace? Are there a bunch of troublemakers running around here? Do you need a bodyguard to help you out?