[ Hardy or not, the hard fact of the matter is that this stranger--his new friend of circumstance--is infinitely more likely to become Risen than he is. And the least Trahearne can do is lend him a helping hand where he can.

His reminder, however, is a welcome one, and Trahearne doesn't seem upset by it at all. In a place like this, having another keep him on his toes and on track is a welcome blessing. He won't fight it. ]

Thank you.

[ His head snaps ahead again, gaze set on the building ahead. He feels like he should know where they are, but a strange, unfamiliar haze hangs over him. He is yet to realize that this is a dream.

Still, the sickly slick on his skin seems to grow stronger, and he can't seem to shake it. He feels a slight rumble at his feet, and he finds himself quickening his pace. The ruin feels so far away. ]

I hope we'll be able to find a higher vantage point when we reach the structure. [ Stay on task. Stay on task. ] Then we can get our bearings, and we can get you out of here.