[ While Thancred could simply be straightforward and ask for permission to view the read-outs from the devices once they return to the castle, he remains unconvinced that he'll be taken seriously. He could insist that it's fitting payment for accompanying Stephen on this task, but he also can't be certain that will be good enough. It seems far more likely that Stephen and Yennefer will have their requests granted.
Despite that, Yennefer seems tightly wound about the entire concept. Thancred notes the stiffness of her body language as she holds onto the reins of her horse; he hears the extra sharpness in her tone. Much like with their conversation during the summit, he's saddled with the distinct feeling that there's far more brewing under the surface when it comes to her. ]
I know very little of this Ambrose beyond a brief interaction when I first arrived here, yet I did get the impression that he isn't exactly open with what he knows. [ It had been an educated guess more than anything else. Based on what Thancred's learned of Thorne, he would be more shocked if the castle wasn't filled with secrets. That may be his own paranoia talking as well, but he hasn't been proved wrong thus far.
Yennefer then asks about the logistics of setting up the thaumametors, and while Thancred is glad to assist in any way, he expects that Stephen has that part more or less handled. He's here for help with navigation and to handle any undesirables they run across along the way, whether monsters or bandits. He won't underestimate what's out here, not after his run-in with a mammoth boar during the eclipse.
The idea of finding a workaround to cut Ambrose out of the equation entirely is quite intriguing, though Thancred's also curious to see how Stephen might react to that. Does he feel any sort of loyalty toward Ambrose? This will certainly give Thancred a better sense of that. He's already gathering that there's no love lost between the high mage and Yennefer, at least. ]
That's a thought. [ He lifts one hand to tap a finger against his chin. ] Though if you decide to deceive him and you're uncovered, the consequences could be quite severe.
[ He's heard by now how Thorne has a propensity for locking people up. ]
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Despite that, Yennefer seems tightly wound about the entire concept. Thancred notes the stiffness of her body language as she holds onto the reins of her horse; he hears the extra sharpness in her tone. Much like with their conversation during the summit, he's saddled with the distinct feeling that there's far more brewing under the surface when it comes to her. ]
I know very little of this Ambrose beyond a brief interaction when I first arrived here, yet I did get the impression that he isn't exactly open with what he knows. [ It had been an educated guess more than anything else. Based on what Thancred's learned of Thorne, he would be more shocked if the castle wasn't filled with secrets. That may be his own paranoia talking as well, but he hasn't been proved wrong thus far.
Yennefer then asks about the logistics of setting up the thaumametors, and while Thancred is glad to assist in any way, he expects that Stephen has that part more or less handled. He's here for help with navigation and to handle any undesirables they run across along the way, whether monsters or bandits. He won't underestimate what's out here, not after his run-in with a mammoth boar during the eclipse.
The idea of finding a workaround to cut Ambrose out of the equation entirely is quite intriguing, though Thancred's also curious to see how Stephen might react to that. Does he feel any sort of loyalty toward Ambrose? This will certainly give Thancred a better sense of that. He's already gathering that there's no love lost between the high mage and Yennefer, at least. ]
That's a thought. [ He lifts one hand to tap a finger against his chin. ] Though if you decide to deceive him and you're uncovered, the consequences could be quite severe.
[ He's heard by now how Thorne has a propensity for locking people up. ]