Ah, well that is true to think, however it is quite of grave importance that we obtain, at the very least, some clippings. Though such things might seem of in sequential consequence they are quite important for research purposes....

[He was trying to think quickly on what might impress this woman, and politely pretend he couldn't see the other. Why, why was he always put on the spot when it came to Zelos? Kasen wasn't much help either. Though, shouldn't a man of the arts know how to charm such people easily!?]

Perhaps, if this research proves fruitful, credit might be bestowed upon those who were so gracious as to support the project....

[Mostly lies, yes, but, not exactly untrue. He was sure the alchemist was working on something, and it wasn't like he couldn't ask after the fact anything made with the plants could have this families name added to some sort of note. Maybe a "and with thanks to" sort of thing.]