... [Eley ponders this a moment. It would still be cold but he could probably deflect the wind if it got that bad. It was still better than standing around in the snow or trying to explain himself to several people rather than just one.

He gives a nod.]

If you are sure it would not be too much trouble then I would like to come with you for now. Perhaps you can teach me more about this place. If I can better survive here then I can concentrate on returning home.