[ For some reason, Vash's eyes warm a little at Wolfwood's snarling. It's ... familiar. And right. It means he's all right, or at least as he can be in the situation. Now to keep him that way. ]

We haven't. But that's because other than your attack on me, we did not really fight. If you force that issue, I can't guarantee anyone will be safe. Including them. So... let's not, all right?

[ His voice also softens, just a little. ]

And one of the Nais is one year old. He hasn't even done that, yet. Be careful with those you meet.

There are things that were taken away from you, not by us. When you remember them, you hurt, but some of them are important. I think not having to deal with those who feel wrong to you will be better. For you and the little ones. Will you stay there, if they will take you?

[ He can force him. Or at least deliver him unconscious. But it will be better if he makes the choice himself. ]