[Oh, he knew it was there. He didn't think Jae-ha invited him out for drinks for his particular company, much as he's been joking otherwise.]

...if you think the only thing I've been doing is apprehending small-time criminals for a few bits of silver, you've sorely underestimated me. For all that my whimsical nature might lead you to assume otherwise, I can assure you, I've been taking this very seriously.

[He's no scientist, no. But he knew information networks, following rumors to their source, and utilizing whatever resources he could get his hands on. He even took up a position in the Institute knowing he'd have the chance to be closest to the source for if and when a cure is found.]

[This was personal for him for more than one reason--]

My younger brother has fallen ill as well, after all.