"Well, I picked up a few things here and there, as far as fighting goes. And I've a bit of bodyguard experience myself. I think we'll be alright." Citan knew if they did get into a fight, it would be rather clear 'a few things' was an understatement.

Upstairs seemed to be rather... well, he was rather sure he could hear a good deal of commotion from deeper in the asylum.

"Yes, let's explore," he added, almost absently. "We'll go straight ahead."