[ That he was. Sten cannot take offense that the man did not recognize him. They had traveled under the cover of the night and it were not a public visit by any means.

He signals Jaskier to continue. He appears perfectly satisfied to listen to Jaskier speak, and is leaning forward as though listening carefully. His eye shows a spark of interest when the delegate explains that his world contains "people similar" to Luna. ]

History should indeed be held in high regard. We travel to Solvunn even now to acknowledge the roots we planted there long ago, but though it is important to remember the past we must also look forward. To return the favor of honesty, we wish to establish relations with you for the sake of change, as you say. You and others like you are quite enterprising individuals, and I should not want to see Luna grow stagnant in our ways. We have much we could learn from you in return.

[ As he speaks, he pours them both a mug of fine ale. It carries an unusual but pleasant fragrance. ]

How did you come about your transformation magic? For our people, we have it from birth. You know, the first time one wears their fur, the elders like to describe it as a graceful and elegant sight. They often leave out limbs going akimbo and pups tumbling down hills.

[ Sten sounds somewhat wistful. It is as if there have been fewer opportunities in recent times to witness first transformations. ]