[ Something does fall flat in Aloy's voice, indicating that her meeting with Himeka had not exactly gone well. It's difficult for Thancred to imagine, as Himeka is someone who is eager to meet just about anyone, but he could see how she might come on too strong for some.

Perhaps he can begin to pick at what exactly happened. They're fast approaching the aetheryte, and once they reach it he's quick to dismount, giving the chocobo a quick pat before it fades away into nothing. ]

Her domain is one that travels around, even when she isn't present. She doesn't mind visitors, if you're curious.

[ It's possible Himeka will be found within once they step through the barrier created by the dome. It's equally possible it will be empty for them to explore as they wish. He tilts his head up toward Aloy where she sits on her metallic mount. ]

If not, we can part ways here. [ He doesn't yet know the nature of her potential quarrel with Himeka, and doesn't intend to push. ]