"Nonsense. I said I would kindly pay you for your services, and I refuse to go back on my word," Although how exactly he even was going to, he wasn't quite sure. Awkwardly tying his hair up in as tight of a bun as he could muster without a mirror or servants to help, before sighing out and approaching her.

Stopping just a foot away as to offer a deep bow towards her in respect.

"I've been stuck there for hours. And if it weren't for you, I probably would have been stuck there for hours more. Please let me show my gratitude for your aid."