"Thank you." Griffin told her. He hesitated. He wasn't sure that he could trust her but he thought maybe it would help her understand why he was so serious about this quest. He couldn't bring himself to look at her. He sat under a tree and began rubbing his sore leg. "I'm sorry for snapping. I'll try to be more patient. It's just that this quest is my only chance. If we succeed my son will be freed."