[He'll consider...would be better to get these out, anyway. But later after they take care of business (and yes he can call him a partner in this case—).

Eustace will follow close behind, keeping an eye on their movements. They still have some time before the nudibrachs reach the house at least.]

I count three. Two at the front and one coming from behind. One can engage the two and keep them from advancing while the other quickly gets rid of the third.