[ Thancred has already gathered that this is just how Jesper is, throwing out flirtations and compliments as if he were giving out candy. More than that, he doesn't seem to have any sort of ulterior motive, not the way Thancred often did when he'd fallen on similarly honeyed words. ]

I might have been, had it not become well-known that I was attached to the Scions. That being said, being fought over isn't all it's made out to be. [ He presses a hand against his heart and gives a small bow of his head in thanks, though it's done in a teasing manner, his smile quickly hidden as his head lowers.

Thancred might feel that Jesper is giving him a bit too much credit, but on the other hand, he may have a point. Thorne had chosen him, for better or worse, and it might be his varied skillset that had led them to that decision, even if he has a glaring lack of magical ability.

Jesper carries on, quickly sharing the story, and Thancred lifts his head at the mention of a drug that could control people with "powers." It doesn't sound quite the same as tempering, but it's close enough to give him pause. ]

If you can't find an exit, then make one of your own. [ He smirks and nods, a small acknowledgement that he's done similar in the past. ] This drug — were you able to dispose of it?