[He doesn't know this stranger, but there sure are some of the local scum tracking towards the little scream, and it's an instant choice for him to put himself between them and her, catching up to her on his hooves as quickly as they'll carry him. He dips to put a hand on her shoulder, leaning in, insistently keeping her moving forward.]

So. What we're going to do... Is very calmly keep walking, and use the woods to keep some distance between us and them. They ain't gonna do anything to you, alright? I won't let 'em.

[The big minotaur glances back over her shoulder, staring at the group still coming towards them.]

You hurt? Think you could run if we need to?