Gary certainly looks awful, yes, but he doesn't seem to be feeling awful. When Nill peers into the room he is already crouched, ready to sprint at a moment's notice, and is quick to hop to his feet and brush himself off when he confirms that he's not in danger. The smile he puts on is cheerful, if worryingly red.

"Nill! I knew it was you!" Which is definitely why he was so alarmed and tried to run away at first. Of course. "Sorry about that. Are you okay? Did I scare you?"