[Hershel frowns as he considers.] Possibly. Jake is a rather prickly fellow, he doesn't much seem to like even the vague implication he might need help with something. If you do I'd suggest being roundabout with it, maybe just mention some vague troubles you have sometimes and how you get around it.

[He had to laugh a bit at that.] No worries, I'm sure Heiji would rather swallow glass than have me read a letter like that. [He pauses.] I'm rather worried about him, really, this is going to be a long few days for him.