Uh, because I am the scientist who is way more qualified at getting us out of here and I can't work my magic if I bleed all over the equipment?

[So there.]

Yes. It was dark and for a second I thought I got eaten by a whale again and then I heard this voice. I think it was the Mayor? Whoever or whatever that is.

[His voice softens around the edges, losing some of that acerbic tone as he contemplates their situation.]

You think there's something to that? The curse? I mean, it could just be a dream. A simulation? Wouldn't be the first time.