That's... not a good response. Neil can tell that much, even as dazed as he is. He wants to apologize, but that will just have to wait until she gets him some herbs and he's made up for the blood he's lost.

As for the woman, she kneels down next to the bed, looking up at Tauriel.

"As long as he's conscious, I'll be here. It's my job to look after this stupid owl."

She says that with more affection than annoyance.