"You'll be more of a help than you think.

You cast a shadow, after all."

There's a... smile on his face, a crooked expression that's nearly playful as he gives his umbrella another spin, flicking his gloved fingers in a way that communicates for her to follow him.

"The enemy fights in a wide-open area without much shadow. So you being there is a bigger help than you know. You do not need to fight, just... be ready to move.

I'll have someone protect you, in any case."