[ "If the sinner remains silent for a long time, that means he is currently processing a line of deliberate thought; we recommend waiting patiently for him."

Even now, even after everything, it seems that continues to hold true.

He collects his thoughts and finally speaks. ]

I have heard whispers about the curious properties within this gallery, that one might only discover its exit when accompanied by another.

[ It's a strange aspect to include within a building. And it's not necessarily his old architecture trade coming into play allowing him to make that observation. It's simply impractical.

He stops for a moment with an uncomfortable expression. Asking for help has always been challenging, and his earlier curiosity landing him in his current musings isn't making it any easier. ]

...in truth, I had been searching for the exit earlier.

[ With any luck, his faux pas wouldn't make it back to Vergilius' ears... ]