Rik got wide-eyed and worried. His first thought was that maybe they were from Damien's world but then things were off just enough. Rik started to say something then nervously stopped. He wished Vars was here to explain this. Rarely did he feel like he needed someone more adult and together than he was, but off in a side room there would be no rescue.

"It's an interesting stage concept." Rik spoke that first since he could admire a good story. However, the other matter left him uncomfortable since these were new people.

"I...I'd be careful talking to Damien.. um.. or maybe Jack.. about this idea." Rik knew that he would have to explain but how to say it without sounding like he was off his rocker on drugs? He didn't even do drugs. "Damien.. he .. so he was imprisoned for a long time by people that called themselves the Ministry."

How much to say? Rik left it at that but said one more thing. "I know I.. well my family imprisoned me, I guess. And sometimes things bother me, and maybe Damien..." He didn't want to speak for Damien but with how jittery Damien could be this new person deserved the warning.