"Trade is disrupted and likely will be until there's someone official in the office of Viscount." He'd just as soon it was Bran as anyone else. It still has to go through official channels. He's making it a point not to be vocal in his support or opposition to anyone in the running. The days of Templar control of Kirkwall are over and done with as soon as he can help to make that happen more quietly. The only way anyone will know where he leans is that every reasonable request that has come from the man he has made efforts to fulfill.

"It's not a bad idea. I'd say avoid the Wounded Coast for the time being. The place is crawling with slavers and raiders looking for stragglers to capture and sell. I imagine mages are going for a pretty price at the moment. Take them toward Sundermount. The Dalish clan there has moved on from what I understand. It should be safer. As safe as that place ever is."