What he says - "Please. I've knit bones back together half-dead." - is theoretically impressive, but the words come out weak and slurred. The shock of cooler air gives him some clarity, at least, enough to straighten and keep himself upright.

Then, very suddenly, Bruce is dry and toweling him down. He can feel that same simmering warmth through the fabric.

Stepping back is stupid, because he's still more off balance than on, but he does it anyway.