[Though curiosity would press him to ask what else was there to be disturbing in this matter, he felt himself far more compelled to remain silent. It's true that he did not care for Francel much, in fact, a lot of Francel's general personality clashed with a lot of Estinien's general way of being. As such, should the young lord share with him such turmoil over his gift, Estinien would not offer him words of comfort.

Though, perhaps he would not exactly chastise him either. This place enjoyed playing its captives for fools, either with tricks, monsters, or mockery. If anything, he may even somewhat pity Francel to some degree. For he is not a man made to endure such trials.

The mention of Aymeric's cat draws an annoyed noise from Estinien, and with a glance in Aymeric's direction, he curtly replies:]

You are not alone in your line of questioning. 'Tis true such a creature must needs eat meat to survive. Though, little can I complain if we do not find any.

[It's said in jest, but his delivery reads more as cruelty than anything else.]