Bilbo was confused by Gandalf's words, but thankfully, they had been old friends who traveled together for more than a year.
The Hobbit had already adapted to Gandalf's mysterious and cryptic manner of speaking.
Master Baggins had come up with a rule: When the situation is not urgent, and the Wizard speaks in riddles, it's best to listen to him.
So, although he was already quite annoyed with the gold, Bilbo still took Gandalf's words to heart.
They planned to dig up and take the money from an Ogre's nest they discovered before entering Rivendell, on their way home.
Skin-Changer Bion followed them for a while because it was on his way.
This seemingly fierce big man was about the same stature as Lann; Lann thought if his race could receive formal Druid training, they would have a great future.
However, everyone has their own life and enjoyment, so why should others interfere?
