[ It would appear that Claude and Alhaitham are like minded in some aspects. At least when it comes to reading and the accumulation of knowledge. He would very much like to keep whatever he learns here with him when he returns home. Anything that could help him pursue his own goals and agendas with Almyra and its neighbors. Seeing how so many differing peoples interact here is a good way for him to observe behaviors and see what works and what doesn't.

Hearing, however, that there are many accounts and cultures isn't really... Putting him off. ]

Oh no. You're threatening me with one of my favorite pastimes; reading and research.

[ A chuckle. ]

I'm going to guess that you've notated where there are similarities in each one. History, they say, is written by the victors. Maybe that's survivors in this case.