Well, this wasn't good. Seeing Ariel turning to face the stalkers with such a determined look made him want to pull her away, and have her stand behind him. However, even Liam knew this wasn't a good idea. It was a strong impulse, but he held himself back.

There was not much he could do, with no weapon or ability to use it. Later, after everything was over, he'd allow himself to feel inadequate in his manliness, but first things first was getting out of this situation. He stands next to Ariel in solidarity and whispers to her in Sindarin.

"Do you think they will leave us if I give them the three hundred in coin that I carry?