[ It’s hard indeed to miss the disappointment, and X’rhun feels somewhat bad for it, his own ears dipping slightly before he covers them once again with his hat. There are bigger mysteries afoot, fortunately or unfortunately, than this poor fellow’s curiosities, and they must take priority. ]

I’m fairly certain I’ve been passing through this exact spot for a bell – er, hour, excuse me – or more by now. Are you similarly trapped?