A small laugh left Mamoru's lips, and a slightly forced one at that. The more he talked, the more worrisome this incident seemed to look. Even so, though, at least there was some idea of what to prepare for...

"Understood. Thank you for the information; I'll be careful during my search," he said, bowing in thanks before getting up from his seat and walking over to the two people who had offered their services earlier. The merchant claimed that she had combat experience, at least, so that was somewhat less worrisome, at least. In any case, the longer they waited, the less time they would have to seek their prey. That wouldn't do; not at all, no.

"I think I've gathered enough information for now, at least. We still might want to be careful, though; bears are bears, after all..." he trailed off, shaking his head before showing the two a smile. "It should be fine, though. I think."

Though there was some part of him that wanted to warn his two companions of the possible danger ahead, the commentary from the two more rational hunters made it seem more unlikely than not that an awakened beast would pop up. It wasn't as if they couldn't just run, though... Right?

"In any case, we should head out now. I'll meet you two near the path to the forest on the west exit of the town, all right?" he asked (somewhat rhetorically) as he walked out of the building, mulling over his thoughts as he moved in contemplative silence. There was probably no need for anything like armor, right?  They were just bears, after all...
...
Right?