The silent gratitude is acknowledged, but Ellis doesn't opt to join him at the fireside. There is no expectation for anything more than the small confirmation that his instinct had been correct and the stories are at least an enjoyable diversion.

Some days later, a pamphlet appears wedged between writing implements on Bastien's desk. It's slightly crinkled, but presentable, imparting a brief, light comedy about a trio of Fereldan fisherman towed to Llomerryn by a Cetus in their little fishing boat and the subsequent haggle to get themselves passage back via pirate ship. In the margin—

In case you've finished with the book already.