In the most passive-aggressive way possible! Can't let us know he actually needs help.

[They love him a lot, the fact they're dragging him is just a sign of that.]

I guess it makes sense. When you're fighting something that's literally attracted to negative emotions, that sort of thing has to be a shield all of its own.

[He nods, moving to get up, but realising he's... probably not going to make it. It's a mar on his pride to have to ask for help, and it's clear in the fleeting moment of disappointment on his face- before he masks it with a weak smile, holding out a hand. ]

Sure. Give me hand?