Perhaps. I am usually capable of holding the form for far longer before I must revert back.

[Though still exhausted and our of breath, he seemed to be settling down at least. He waffled over accepting the help for a moment, but for once just sat on his pride, even if the his words may have come out a bit strained.]

That would be... much appreciated...

[Ow. Getting that out almost physically hurt him more than the ceiling.]