Garahel paws at Kirk, not helping matters any. He may look well-groomed and fed but don't let that fool you, he's so lonely despite having gotten belly rubs not more than half an hour ago. Inessa, without looking, beings petting him too, so at least he'll have his attention divided.

That gets Inessa's attention, the working with non-humans rather than exploring the unknown. Which is also interesting, but one thing at a time. "You do? I'd be interested to hear more about that, especially if it's any different from what you must already know of Thedas."