[He plenty knows Yae has her ways and he's fallen for them, but this would be one elaborate trick (and what sort of pay off). She's much more clever than this. Even if it does somehow end up being something else, he can't just ignore this. He's very well aware of how the magic of this place can technically not be "dangerous", but they sure can be troublesome.

He goes to crouch down, making himself look smaller. He gives her some space but he keeps her within distance.]

Did you get struck by the lightning? [He got that memo but had no idea they did this. He recalls seeing information around saying about the remedy for the being struck by the lightening.] I know a way to make you feel not so scared, but you'll have to trust me, all right?

[He extends his hand out, giving a comforting smile.]