An easy conclusion to make, I think. Such similarities catch at the ears, when we are looking to hear them.

[Or so he has read ("read"). It has been a long time since Scipio ever truly missed someone so.]

Your caution and your discretion, Samwise Gamgee, they are appreciated. And in return I will listen for your Gandalf the Grey Wizard, and should any word come of him, I will use what resources and skill I have to help you to find him. On this, I give you my word. No man should be without his friends.