[ . . . admittedly, in the rush of adrenaline (and, indeed, a little fear) that submerged roy the moment he realized where he was and that he couldn't see, he didn't actively consider that he could just walk out of here. and he mentally kicks himself for a moment, but he soon takes a step once waver does, allowing the teenager to guide him.

the truth, it seems, remains silent as they move, but it definitely watches. and occasionally, the same taunting voice trails past their ears, as they walk. ]

This place is the heart and soul of alchemists, those who seek the Truth. This is the place of all places.

[ but roy, as it seems has been his way, ignores it, instead choosing to answer waver's questions. ]

I don't know why it brought us here. Perhaps whatever controls this place leeches off of our memories. [ roy, indeed, has been here before. ] Or it may be random. This is the second or third scenario I've encountered, one was familiar, one was not. But whatever it is must be powerful, and know more than we think it does.

[ he pauses. ]

This place brings more harm than good. The sooner we leave, the better.