Hey, don't worry about it. I don't even have ears.

[The obvious joke, but he's always been a fan of those. To no one's surprise, he's sure.]

And, uh, no problem. Can't say I'm any good in a fight, but if there's anything I can do for you guys... [He lets the sentence fall where it may, leavin' Nick free to derive what he will from it.] Well, like I said. You do good work 'round here.