[ Having the bundle thrust toward him is actually the opposite of what Jiaoqiu expected, but here it is anyway. He peers at the bundle, and when he pulls it back just enough--

Oh. ]

... yes. I will try. But we should get to the inn as quickly as possible. Can you walk?

[ All said as he's taking the bundle into one arm. If he lights his fan again, it may not be warm enough, but he is considerably warmer than his charge here. He pulls open his fur-lined coat, very gently and carefully tucking the bundle inside. ]

This should warm her for now, but I can treat her more effectively when we get back and out of this cold. My flames don't seem to be as strong as they should be.