[ Sebastian is very much okay with the perception that he's an innocent, weak butler that needs to be protected. It suits his own purposes well, since as far as he sees it, it makes it more likely that he'll make it through this with the best odds. However, their ideas of what to do seem contrary to that. ]

I appreciate it very much. I may know a little self-defense, but... [ He shrugs helplessly ]

Though... I do not completely agree that we can wait out whatever this holds. I would take the chance and roll the dice, personally. Progress seems better than being idle, though I admit that is little more than a gut feeling.