[He gets a thumbs up for his gratitude. The dinosaur gets a pat to his head and she decides to just...come right on in his shoebox of a home. She hasn't been invited, but she's just saved his dog and needs to get around to why she's actually here.]

Enough with the small talk. [It's the worst.]

I know all about your "secret identity". [Hand air quotes used and everything.]

And I could really use your help with something. You're used to being shot at. I need a human shield.