That... is really not a pretty sight. Frankly, it's something that Nick could have done without seeing, ever, not in the least because now every time he listens to Lyall transforming on the full moon, this is what he's going to be picturing. Not only is that something he really doesn't want to picture at all, but it's something he really doesn't want to picture happening to a friend.

So yeah, he's going to wince here.

But none of that stops him from doing what he hopes isn't round two of being an idiot, and moving back in. He doesn't let go of the rolling pin, just in case, but he does slowly crouch down, just out of reach.

"Shit, Lyall, I'm so sorry." If Lyall doesn't try to attack him again, Nick'll move closer, to try putting a hand on his shoulder - if Lyall does, then Nick'll stay out of reach, but at least he'll be close enough to move in quickly when the transformation's done.