[ he dismisses their accusation with a wave of his hand, although the slight furrow in his brow suggests Cairngorm might have gotten under his skin a bit there. Earning their respect might actually be harder than winning their affections... ]

I'm not so big-headed I can't recognize when I need help. [ usually. ] Besides, like you said earlier, I wouldn't want to waste your efforts.

[ getting knocked off by a snow knight after that heart-pounding rescue would really be a shame. So he beckons them after him, setting off towards some place a little safer to rest in. ]