...Would rolling in the dirt first make your scent stand out less or more?

[ Hm, an interesting thought... but possibly not the most helpful avenue to explore actionally,, ]

I could probably use Shadow Sneak in this situation too. I haven't practiced the move much, but so far most of what I'm supposedly able to do has come pretty naturally...

[ He'll leave it up to Emporio to decide if he's offering to accompany him or to go instead. ]