"Two months, as of today," she replied, slanting a glance at the Crystal of Fire glinting warmly nearby. "New arrivals seem to appear at a regular rate in the same place. This was not always the case, but for the past half a year, it has been so." His confusion did make things a tiny bit obvious, but there was nothing wrong with this. It was preferable to making unreasonable demands about being sent back, or breaking down and complaining or crying. That he remained aware and calm spoke of his mental fortitude, and she approved of this.

"You have heard the basics from your Moogle, yes? I do not need to clarify anything, I should hope." Ellie didn't really have the time for that. "What is your name?"