Her frown deepened as he didn't answer right away. She felt her stomach twist at the thought of him insisting on fighting. As he finally spoke, his first words didn't do much to comfort her. Though he sounded genuinely unsure, she worried that his desire to to do something would outweigh the logic in staying out of the danger that the battle would bring if he decided to fight. It'd be especially dangerous if the second battle did occur. Perhaps he could find a way to manage getting through one but surely the second would push far past his limits. 

As he met her gaze and went on to try and assure her, she let out a soft sigh. While his words were a bit comforting, they certainly weren't enough to completely sway the knight. "I'm just worried your version of being careful won't be enough." she mumbled glancing away from him briefly before looking back at him. She rested a hand against his cheek and leaned in, kissing him softly for a moment. She pulled back slightly and met his gaze again. "I can't say I won't worry and I really don't think you should be fighting, especially if both battles occur," she paused,"but I'll trust your word." 

She smiled at him half-heartedly. "Just don't make me have to save your ass again." she teased him softly. Despite her teasing tone, there was still a clear look of worry in her gaze. There was plenty that could go wrong if he did choose to fight, even if he was careful. Penelope considered the last couple battles, thinking of how Crow had gotten caught in a fight with her brother. Layth would likely aim to attacking him if he saw him in battle again, adding another level of risk to it. She shuddered at the thought and gave his hand a soft squeeze. 

Penelope leaned her head against his shoulder, letting out a long exhale. "I spoke with the physician by the way. She's a little on the fence about the whole situation but I think she'll agree to a meeting with Hazel after this next battle." She glanced up at him hopefully. "I told Hazel to ask you about it when I left but I'm not sure if that message got across, considering how resentful she is of nobles.. Did you talk to her at all?"