[ there is a slight pause on his end of the line, here-- not enough that she might think he's just gone and vanished, but. it sure does give the indication of Thinking happening over here. perhaps. thinking, the native Abel's mortal enemy...

his voice finally comes through, softer; ]

Of course. ...Of course; it isn't too late to find your feet back on solid ground, Miss Ren-- I promise you, it really isn't.

Can you tell me where you are...? If you leave the others alone, I swear to you-- I won't let anyone hurt you and we can find a way out of this mess. Together, okay?