[This is baffling him, and if there's one thing he's not good with, it's being confused. Leon's eyes narrow at her, and he takes a step back, breathing out only a little shakily and focusing on wringing out one of his sleeves.]

That is none of your business--and it is that I do not need help. I am more than capable of taking care of myself, so do not dare to think otherwise.

[After all, that's what he's always learned all his life. He has to be able to handle things himself and take care of himself.]