ruminate on these stones

Hattori's gaze flitted to the little companion, watching it for a moment before inevitably losing interest. He did not truly consider his companions to be friends, they were loyal and had served him well, so he did respect them in that regard, but their relationship was professional and nothing more. As far as Hattori was concerned, it was all it needed to be. He turned then, wondering what else should be said, if anything needed to be said.

"Well, should you have any more questions or need anything of me, my back is to the east of here. The Bamboo."" He used his snout to gesture to that direction.