James starts collecting the spare rope they have, coiling it and putting it aside. Connor might catch the amusement on his face at him saying it won't be a problem. Of course. Thinking of Edward as a grandfather must be as strange as James thinking of Ezio as a Mentor. Titles they technically should have, but don't quite fit.

He looks up at Connor's question. Asking if you can trust someone is a good indication that you're unsure and therefore don't, but Connor is young. What isn't he unsure about?

"Brothers we are, aye. If you trust me enough to follow my instruction, I'd reckon you can trust me enough to call upon our bond."

Secrets are a thing he's pretty good at.