[Oh no, they really are just a bunch of villagers trying to fend off... well, they think it's an army.

Well, no point in getting bogged down by sentimentality right now.]

My apologies for startling you. I'm a traveler - and one who was unfortunate enough to end up lost out here. I've heard that this town may see combat soon. In exchange for shelter from the cold, I would be willing to assist you all in defending the town.

[Flora doesn't look like she'll tolerate bullshit well, so he's toning down his usual personality.]