[Gale has found a little flattery goes a long way with most people; he's glad that holds especially true for Astarion.]

And if nothing here will suffice, there's always Baldur's Gate. It might not be the safest time to go shopping, but I'm sure there will be a day where we're left at camp while the others continue to investigate. If we're in need of supplies, we might as well kill two birds with one stone.

[Figuratively. Don't kill any birds, Astarion.]