[ He nods in understanding, though it's not quite what he was hoping to hear. ]

I will work under the assumption that I should be quick, in that case.

[ He withdraws the needle and simply waits until he's reasonably certain it's taken effect. He can't be sure, since she's not concious enough to tell him, but that's just a risk he'll have to swallow for now. ]

You may stay, if you are comfortable potentially being my assistant. Otherwise, could I trouble you to find someone willing to help in that role?