[This is a level of optimism and confidence that he's not really used to given the situation they're in, and while it doesn't quite manage to change Theo's mindset on a fundamental level, it's... well. Nice to know that there's someone here thinking like that? If nothing else, it's probably better for morale.]

It's not like I was expecting anyone to come looking anyway. Besides, I'm pretty used to fighting without any reinforcements on our side... so it's not like I mind pitching in if someone comes up with a plan. It'll be pretty rough without knowing what we're up against, though.