Every once in a while. Gotta keep things interesting, you know? [ curiosity is cute -- and this kind is harmless -- but it's simply natural for him to omit... well, whatever isn't currently relevant. the trees have ears, so to speak. ]

And... what did you call me? Just 'Varric' is fine. [ the frick frack is a 'san'? similar to 'ser'? but in the totally wrong direction.

On the thought of directions -- he does as she suggests, keeping right and following in the path that's already been made. why not let her call a few of the shots? not like one way is obviously better than the other, in his opinion. he's got the feeling they'd probably attract unwanted attention anyway. ]

Watch your step. [ there's a dead body right here ]