I'm only here because you waited too long. [ And the fact that he more or less cut his hand open, but details.

He sets down his mug, now drained of its gross remedy, and stares down at his hand. ] Look, I get you don't want to hurt anyone. But if you lose control of yourself again you'll only be a danger to yourself, and the rest of us.

Besides, I already know who you are. [ "A beast, craving blood."

His hand curls, slow and careful. ] If you don't want to get anyone else involved, I'm your only option.