[ Which is a cryptic statement to the two of them, but it's not really meant to be for either of them either. He shrugs, but then straightens as his expression turns more serious and less morose. ]

Then I'll ask the same thing of you that I asked Gilbert. I need you two to be my eyes. If you see anything that seems like it could do either of those things, I want you to tell me right away. No matter how small or insignificant it might seem.

[ He pauses, since this is the part that's more difficult for him, but he at least says it clearly. ]

I need your help. So even if you have to do this quietly without drawing anyone's attention, help me. If there's a way, I'll find it, but I can't do it alone.