It's kept him upright for years at a time, so he figures it'll continue to serve him in good stead. He comes from a long line of stubborn people.

He gives a smile thoroughly intended to be friendly--whether it succeeds in looking the part is another question entirely--and answers in an casual manner. "Certainly. Also, you could ask the rest of the beacon expedition what they think," he shrugs, his eyes cutting to Blaze for a moment.