[Though Jasper commenting on morale is enough to make Hendrik smile a bit, he's glad for the shift in subject. Bringing down the mood of this entire situation seems like a terrible way to end the night.]

By the time the weather clears and I am back on the road, I am sure you will be far more competent with her and finding help than anything I can begin to assist with. You were always the much faster learner.

[With his faint smile in place, Hendrik stretches and considers the door. It takes him a long moment to speak of thoughts that had been on his mind just a short while ago.]

...I am grateful you allowed me to stay here awhile longer. I was ready to leave after she was asleep, having intruded far more today than should be tolerated by anyone, especially at this hour of the evening.