[ There was a point when Thorin would have been angered by such an attempt on Bilbo's part to chastise him. Now, however, there is only resolve, and respect even if he steadfastly disagrees with Bilbo's assessment of the situation. ]

We had to do something, and there was no time. If there had been a safer option, I would have taken it. Do you think I would have chosen to send any of you to face my enemy while I cowered behind? No. I will not ask anything of them, or of you, that I am not also willing to do myself. They are not my servants.

[ He doesn't seem to react to the tightened bandage. It's not one of the more painful wounds, and it's a matter of pride at this point, regardless. ]

To do anything less would be undeserving of their loyalty.