An interesting point! Wrathion tilts his head, studying the tree.

"Perhaps the metal is valuable..."

A show of wealth might explain the otherwise seemingly terrible choice.

Still.

He has, in fact, managed to get a reaction that tells him something valuable -- exactly what he hoped for! This person has revealed themselves to also be new to the area. He plays at curiosity a moment longer before lifting his eyes back to Huaisang, trying for his most disarming smile again.

"You moved to our charming area recently, then?"

Do tell him more.