Elric pupils glanced up as he heard yelling from the stairway, though the mostly audible part was "Stranger". [i]Wait is the Knight's daughter playing in my study of all places!? I keep tools in that study, and my medical research! I hope the child hasn't torn up any books. Or knock over the bookshelf... I really need to go up there. [/i] He glanced at the iron gauntlet that laid across his face.

Glancing at the burly man with concern, as he mumbled out through the gauntlet, "I'd dearly appreciate if you wouldn't mind letting me check out what is going on up there. I'll toss a bit of coin if you comply."

He had the feeling it wouldn't work, but it helps to try.