[He grins a bit, recognizing this as a solution that he would never have thought of, or that would even have been practical in his own world.] That does have promise! Like using a scent hound, but... with sound. That's rather brilliant, really.

[He considers the second issue for a moment before shrugging.] Well, there's no harm in searching around this area, anyway. If he's trying to coerce you, I doubt he'd go too far off. [He looks a little unsure about that; his experience with criminals is admittedly limited to pickpockets, dishonest card players, and shady vendors... but he's read books! Surely that's enough to make guesses on how criminals might act.] Do not lose hope so quickly! This is a good plan. I could send Harpy out, as well; she is familiar with Paprika, of course, and her eyesight is remarkable. [Assuming Paprika isn't locked up somewhere, anyway. Thomas frowns at that thought and looks around at the surrounding buildings somewhat uncomfortably. Even when just considering Nimbasa, it seemed pretty hopeless to try and locate someone that likely didn't want to be found. He repeats himself less enthusiastically:] This is a good plan.