[It was quickly becoming apparent that there was more to this Tarvek than just the foppish coat and gentlemanly airs. Interesting. She watches him closely as he ponders.]

Yes, the rats don't have a lot of blood in them. Not much meat, either. But they're something. Distilation? If someone's working on that, I haven't heard about the results.

You may want to consult people other than me. And you may want somewhere safe to stay overnight. I'd go to the church. Ciel has the place warded, for whatever that's worth.