Don't be silly... Everyone needs a little encouragement every now and then! And even if he doesn't, that doesn't mean he still won't appreciate it.

[ she purses her lips a little though, watching his profile. she has a feeling he might be a bit more stubborn about this than usual so perhaps... maybe with a little encouragement of her own...

she turns to the two men, locked in battle. musters up all of her energy and volume and— ]

Go Achilles!! You can do it!! Show that silly man who's boss!!