Really? I guess I'm just...waiting for some of my friends to catch up. [He shrugs.] I don't want to leave my daughter her alone, either. I don't want her travelling any farther by herself. [...he looks a bit thoughtful for a second, then gives Jack a sidelong glance.] You're welcome to travel with us, if you'd like? [I think someone doesn't want to be the only responsible adult in his travelling group.]

--wait, what tower?