Foulques nodded in return and led the way back out, holding the door til Ben and Yen Sid were through, then leading the way down the hall. He moved with wariness that he hadn't displayed before, his shoulders tenser than before. He was on guard now, ready for trouble. Ready to make sure anyone or anything that tried to interfere with them regretted that decision.

He didn't speak again until they exited the building, relaxing slightly as they entered the courtyard. "If our would-be assassin had any thought of interfering with us, they've missed their opportunity," he said. "Or perhaps thought the better of dealing with an armed lancer, which is unsurprising given the list of suspects. In any case, we should have no trouble making it to the beach, but mind your footing, especially as we pass through the brambles; the ground is still somewhat muddy." Not a problem for either of them normally, but carrying a large, awkward load, it might be.