He'd never have asked her to start with, he's not gonna fault her. Besides, he does need that moment to catch his breath. Which is good, because that hurry is gonna light a fire under him to get that home. Maybe catfish victory dinner is on the menu after all.

Once she pulls away he sets about making himself decent and shouldering his bow, grabbing his own things before turning to see if she needs him to carry anything. He'd race her home if it wouldn't tire them out.