The little bit of help was enough, even though part of Jullien's mind was screaming about being so close to someone else (and helpless). He dragged himself the last few feet out of the muck. Even though he was exhausted, he didn't have time to simply lie there. That was far too dangerous. The moment he was on solid ground he was pushing himself to his knees. He could take a breath once he was balanced and ready for an attack.

"Thanks."

Until Shion does something to set Jullien off, he'll continue to be polite. If it weren't for the kid, he'd still be trapped.