I'm not saying that. But your... word of choice... [There's a pause, and he just opts for not continuing. Really, he's just annoyed that you keep telling people they're friends.] It's not even worth arguing. You're as stubborn as they come.

[But if they're in his box, then he's pretty safe for the time being.] ...Alright. Just don't do anything obviously conspicuous. And at least get word to the others where you're headed. ['So they'll know you're safe', he wants to add, but he won't.]