[That’s a question with a complicated answer to it, but Stephen won’t waste his breath with an over-explanation. Not when Thancred will benefit from less details, not more.]

That’s a long story. Basically, you asked me to take you here, and so I did.

[It’s technically true.]

Don’t worry about that for now. You can stay as long as you like, but first-timers like to wander and explore. I won’t be offended as a host if you do.