[ As expected - a resume that backs up these skills! Inwardly, he is impressed. ]

I have to agree.

[ He confirms that he has the same idea - taking notes in each car, that is. ]

Based on the extraordinary powers of the cars and whatever is controlling them, I think amassing as much evidence of what we're experiencing that we can is for the best... some things may only seem like clues in hindsight.

[ He lets out a cut-off sigh, a sound that gives the impression of lamenting over something that's a shame. ]

Even that woman looking for a suitor, for example. [ His eyes wander to some of the other patrons of the tavern - truly believing that everything around them could be a hint hiding in plain sight. ] I wouldn't— or maybe can't — rule out anything as being linked to the objective for us to move forward. Assuming there still is one.