She could be an option for an ally, or a clever plant. Both are reasons to be cooperative, at least on the surface, so Thace nods.

"Some chemicals are far more subtle than that," he says, but then sighs, "I would need a medical lab to find those."

"Probably through that," he continues while gesturing at his Gear, set to one side, "But I won't discount them being clever either."

The 'Ponyta' gets a raised eyebrow but Thace deliberately waits a moment and continues his search of the bag before asking, "companion?"