[ he tilts his head like he's thinking about it. ]

I will... be honest, Gale.

I'm annoyed at myself -- the other myself -- for not noticing how far you were spiralling. My head might've been up my own arse for most of our journey, and continues to be so, but even I was able to see you were struggling with what Elminster told you.

[ it's a little hesitant, like peeling back pieces of himself he doesn't want to peel back but --- well. gale is out here having all his vulnerabilities thrown all over the place simply because of the nature of this place. ]

I would suggest focusing on surviving. We'll see what we can find out about other options and ways to get yourself what you want.