Xander nods. "Yes, about half the goblins are pressed through coercion regarding the safety of their spouses. But if hearing serves me well, i heard vaguely a lot of angry women from the direction of the keep. Hostage party is over."
He rubs the last bit of numbness from his wrists. "Since you did so for me, i'd like to return the favor, occupy some of your own enemies."
What did you have in mind?
"I tag along, if you need to urgently go somewhere and would otherwise be delayed, i introduce my boot or fist to the obstruction, buy you time otherwise spent on your own."
Are you looking to join our group permanently, or just looking to do a favor out of a sense of obligation?