Well, that didn't go as planned. He raised a hand as if to try and halt her spiraling thoughts. "I don't think you shall get to that point. I only meant that, on the off chance something went awry, I wouldn't be upset if I got a little banged up," Ned explained, though he was certain he wasn't about to change Alice's mind.

His expression soon turned thoughtful, and a grin spread on his face. "Would a cushioning charm suffice? I know you are very talented at charms and would likely produce a powerful one.  Then, any falls wouldn't result in anything remotely catastrophic." He canted his head to the left, hoping the compromise would be something Miss Dawson might agree to. Without the possibility of serious harm, perhaps she could give the spell her all.

He nearly suggested the softening charm as well, but he wasn't so sure either of them would be successful casting such a thing on the castle floors and walls.