[He wasn't going to ask for his help outright, but he wouldn't protest against it either. He allows Saleh to do his work, watching the strange blue light as he feels the stinging pain lessen over time. It was soothing, and would perhaps help the Spirit to refocus his attention on other things.]

Thank you, Saleh... You have been a good friend to me. I am... sorry that your first visit to my tree had to be during such a troubled time.