Due to the explosion next to one of his ears, Liam could only hear a ringing sound in the ear closest to his friends and needed to be caught up on what was happening now. He also realized he faced a potential problem. Could he risk letting Smaug come along to deal with the man who abused him? Would Smaug become overcome with rage again? If Liam chose not to let Smaug come, would he ever be able to be happy with being unable to get the frustration out against the man who deserved it?