Firestone Hot Springs he’s still leading me for

He awaited an answer on baited breath. All of this new information was so overwhelming and confusing. He could not make sense of any of it but maybe Alarian could. He had to know. He was there since he gained consciousness. If there even was a before his guardian would surely know about it.

The answer did not come, not now at least. Aurewen went on about this mysterious place, saying how it was vacant and—oh?—save for those who rest deeply? Whatever did she mean? Not knowing the concept of which she speaks of, Phillip is satisfied with a more literal answer. How long has they been asleep for and why? Perhaps he should see for himself, if only he built up the courage to do so. 

He turned to Alarian with the same dumbfounded gaze.