[It's a strange thing, but at the same time it's almost refreshing how up front Balthus is about his likes, dislikes, and intentions. There are far too many people in Fodlan who definitely do not say what they mean.

Dedue glances over his shoulder at the other plants, as if considering how he himself would make space for the seeds.]

I am able to show you how to plant it, if you wish. However, as you do not enjoy the task, I can do it myself.

Almyran pines take time to become saplings, but once they are to that stage, they are hardy and difficult to kill. ...They are not unlike trees of Duscur.