[ Oh no, Midna. He means that the Tree literally suggested it, not that its presence leads to an assumption. ( Maybe one day, he will be able to correct that record. ) For now, he keeps himself on the move, examining the dark shadows among the roots — while also leading her onward, away from the hole she had been drawn from and towards a structure that will become very well-known to her in the following days to come.

A pair of large stones, each emanating one of the energies found in Kenos — waypoints, that he briefly introduces as Cornerstones and the main method of rapid transport for Shardbearers. ] These two will take you directly to either Springstar, the city supporting the Meridian faction, or Highstorm, which supports the Zenith. Both cities will be hosting a gathering for new Shardbearers. Everyone has an agenda, naturally.

[ He places his hand on one, but does not evoke it. Not yet. ]

See, I like that about you already. Be mindful of the factions. No matter what is said by their leaders, each will ask a price of you — it just remains to be seen which one you might be willing to pay. If you have any questions, at any time, you can always reach out to me.