[ Gossip, eh? Thancred sends a sly smile the stranger's way as soon as he hears that. He's resourceful, he'll certainly give him that much, and he did manage to extract himself from the gambling hall without painting too large of a target on his back. ]

And what sort of information are you looking for?

[ As they press deeper into the square, the distinct scent of grilled meat hits his nose. While he knows that this man only offered to buy him food as a way to get out of that compromising situation, Thancred has every intention of buying himself a skewer or two.

But, ah. He's met Himeka. Of course he has. Thancred nods firmly. ] Yes, very much so. From our home star. We've known each other for a number of years, having worked together and set out on any number of adventures. You will not regret befriending her, I assure you.