While he was indeed concerned about his friends and comrades, he was resigned to the fact that he was limited in what he could do for them at the moment. He knew he couldn't get this Garden moving. He knew he didn't know his way around.

He knew he would do whatever he could to help, but listening to everyone argue only served to bring a grin to his face. As they continued bickering, Locke burst out laughing at the sight.