"That's a fine idea, miss, don't want no trouble to come to any of us. But might I suggest yellin', for those of us who don't know how to whistle?" He points to himself to indicate that there is at least one member of that group. "Somethin' along the lines of 'Help! We're in trouble!' could work, just sayin'."

He placed his hand on the door, poised to push it open. "Now, are we chargin' in the same order as we're walkin;? 'Cause I'm just fine with stayin' in the middle."

He'd be protected from both sides.