He began to pace, not getting far given his restraints.  He pulled on his braces with mounting frequency.  Apparently explaining the situation only frightened him more.  “I shouldn’t even be talking to you!”  He threw his arms in the air.  “With every second I exist here, I am just making it worse!”  The frustration in his voice was blatant; he was clearly irritated that the two alicorns didn’t understand.