"I'm not exactly in a position to brute force this open, even if I'd come prepared."

He taps his cane against the bar for the effect of it. He's strong considering his age, but he's also 80 and his heart is weak. He normally wouldn't encourage this under any circumstances. Their anonymity is what keeps them alive and their loved ones safe.

But they're in unusual circumstances and that deserved consideration too.

"Trust me. Tell me a secret and go find the others."