I don't really want to put them in their place, but I don't want them to hurt people, either. .

( are they really doing any damage out here? they can't get in, they're only hurting people who wander outside the barrier, aren't they? he takes a step back, bends his knees, and jumps up high, taking a look at just how many ogres there are. he's quick to decide the answer is too many to count--and that's enough of an answer for him. he lands with a soft thump, teetering back on his heels as he presses his hands to his hips. )

They're not hurting anyone. Aside from you, but you came out here on purpose. Shouldn't we just go back inside if they're not causing trouble. . ?