"As I said, we don't have good experiences." Bull's breathing slows and he leans against Clark as his eyes slide shut. "He needs a guide, but what he needs more than that is his freedom and being treated like a real person." Bull isn't just talking about Krem. And he isn't sure Clark is willing to provide that. He is a noble after all.

"Thank you." He finally adds. This could have ended badly, had the guide not been there.