Alric paused just a moment before calmly following after her. The floor might have been a bit on the slick side, but he had braved worse, and he had his own means to take care of himself as needed.

"If you'd pardon my saying what we both know, the Queen of Arendelle running off alone into the mountains--particularly under such circumstances--is far less safe, Lady Elsa. However heartwarming your concern for my safety, I can't very well turn my back on you."

He pauses just a moment.

"...nor, if I may speak candidly, do I wish to."