[He seemed to pick up the pace, and with that she slowed. She didn't wish to frighten him, but perhaps she had been hasty in the face of seeing... well, another face.]

[But he surprised her by regarding her now, exuding a practiced cool. Every inch of his body language read that he was an individual held in high regard, and that he had seen much. He'd faced far more intimidating foes. Still, her hand was aloft, and her lips parted to insist that she was a friend, but the rat had spoken first. Confusion colored her features at first, but she quickly caught herself and straightened up.]

Oh, um- Information. This city isn't familiar to me, and you were the first person I've encountered since my arrival. I was hoping you could fill in the blanks.

Nothing about the geography fits any map I have on record.