Didn't you just say I wasn't about to die?

[HE'LL JUST VOICE THOSE BRACKETS. And while he does pull his arm away from his eyes, he does not have any respects to pay to her just yet.]

If I should be paying respects to anyone right now, it should be the goddess of mercy. [Cupping his hand around his mouth and YELLING AT THE SKY:] If you're listening, I could really use some help now! I'll light incense at your altar every day for the next month if you spare me a crumb of compassion!