[the sigh she lets out when he says he went and saw Kaberou has to be expected, but she stays quiet through the rest of it. folds her hands and thinks about it, before she finally does talk.]

So, all the more reason you and Matoba should be staying behind. Whatever's bigger than this, it will try to confuse us. Meddling with the mind of your opposition is the oldest tactic there is.

That said, if his sole motive is fatherly concern, then it's for the best if we return her safe and sound as soon as possible. A man doesn't put up a bounty like that without being desperate for her life. But he won't beg for it. He won't yet capitulate to Iron Bear's demands.