Color him two for two with being taken aback by first reactions here in about as many damn minutes. The answer to Geralt's question is probably immediately obvious on his face before he even glances at the guy — when he does, he flashes a telegraphed I have no idea, this is new.

Between Jo experiencing her death (again?) to the things he's been seeing, the way he's been feeling, now this? The idea sparks, and he flings out quickly.

"This place is messing with our heads," followed by a gently placating palm out toward Ciri. "Take it easy, kiddo, you're okay-"

Like that's gonna help. Maybe with a civilian it might've.