( The upward turn of his lips, the inclination of his head. )

Charmed for a third time's try. I'll have faith in the possibility. You've better luck than most.

( The area right ahead opens up again, a pile of stone tablets in the middle of the area, collapsing outward. )

You'll be back where you left off, and by my guess, never will know you've been away.

( Again. It's a mixed blessing, that thought, but he's glad of it for the ones it remains important for. For those who have people to get back to, now. )