You are implying I am in some way responsible for your actions.

[ Maybe, just maybe, the faintest hint of dryness to his tone instead of the raspy flat in the middle of dying one.

He stares back, equally unblinking even as the man looks away. It's reminiscent of a cat staring at some strange, unfamiliar person, equal parts fascination and wariness both. ]

As you have now saved my life and I am indebted to you, I would appreciate being given your name.

[ He is not calling this man Roger. ]