[ The life of a hero truly can range from saving a cat to saving a tree> to save the world, can't it? Annabeth seems to have done all three, even if she considers cat rescue "low tier." Himeka, who is the person who defines "hero" in Thancred's mind, is just as happy to take on those small tasks as the large, world-defining ones. It's an endearing trait of hers, though he does worry about her overdoing it. ]

Perhaps we should exchange notes sometime. I can't recall if I've saved any trees, but... the world? A time or two.

[ He sends her a sly smile, but leaves it at that. It would be quite the conversation to have right now, especially when Annabeth is still adjusting to her new surroundings.

Her instincts are right about taking care with what she says and how loudly she says it, and Thancred heaves out a small sigh and nods. ] Once you've proven yourself trustworthy, they will allow you to care one small weapon, such as a dagger or the like, but otherwise... not within the castle. The rules differ in other parts of Thorne, such as Nott.

[ If they weren't within the castle right now, he might have a choice comment about how absurd it is to summon them here, tell them how important they are, and then impose so many rules on them. But it's something any Summoned of Thorne must adjust to. ]