[He nods, considering the work that would involve, the potential reward of uncovering some truth that was previously hidden. He lives and aches for that, where some others might ache for food, drink, or lovers.]

It sounds like a starting point to establish a pattern... regarding matters such as these, it's one of the better plans, all things considered.

[More cold, more wetness, and possibly more danger, but the notion of an answer heartens and encourages him.]