When someone you care about has been scratched by some unknown rat monster thing, of course you make a fuss!

[He removes the bandages from his pocket. Two rolls, just enough for a new torch and mild injuries.]

If the wound's not bad, I've got enough for you to light us a new torch and for me to patch you up for the time being. Now either you open your coat and show me, or I'll do what you pulled on me and look for myself.