I know. It's not wise, but there's no time for an alternative.

I'd rather go with you since you have experience, "can do the heavy lifting", and I know the area and the layout, and can patch you up if you get hurt--but I have family there, and if you're not going to take me with you I'm going myself.

It's nothing personal and I don't want to pressure you, but this isn't something that can wait, Leon.