[He clearly recognizes it, even before he nods in confirmation.]

He still carries it, yes, though he's wrapped the handle.

[To deter thieves or to disguise where he's sold jewels to support himself, Julius wouldn't venture to guess.]

I wish I could give you more. I didn't know you'd be here with the Inquisition, I'd have offered to carry some message.

[He's never had a family of his own, not one that he remembers. But that doesn't mean he's ignorant of how much they can matter.]