[ A most efficient hunting method, as it requires no moving about or putting oneself into a lather. ]

He did make a lot of problems.

[ Ortus sighs, softly, one hand braced on the table. ]

He isn't a very kind man. I would advise you and your fathers not to cross his path, if you can. There are too many kinder people to meet.

What do you make of our supplies?

[ He indicates the bric-a-brac, the mop, the net, some loose cord, the bucket itself. He adds a soap to the pile for good measure, and a stiff-backed brush. ]