[Liem presses his lips together, observing Matt’s expression in an effort to avoid simply talking past him. He seems defensive; maybe Liem made him feel unappreciated in dealing with the zombies so far? He’s sure Matt wants to be of help, and more than that, he’s sure that Matt feels he has help to give, and doesn’t want to be overlooked.]

You did help me, [he agrees.] And I appreciate that—but that’s not what this is about. I’m just… concerned.

[Again. Just like he’d ended up saying the first time they met in Kenos, when he showed Matt around some of Springstar. It’s not that he thinks Matt is incapable, but he also seems so consistently willing to run into danger, and ultimately—

He’s come here alone. Matt doesn’t really know anyone else in Kenos, not anyone he actually remembers, and Liem doesn’t know if the people Matt might consider calling for help are even trustworthy. If there even are people he would call for help.]

I can’t not be, when you got here without knowing anyone and you have marks like this.