"Is this it?" As Calus waited for Ismael to reveal their alleged plans, he exclaimed the words
"Are you serious, Ismael?" Calus asked, raising an eyebrow and enlarging his gaze.
"Never has it been this serious, Calus."
"Come on, you've used those words enough already."
"But it would be different this time!" Calus was persuaded by Ismael
Ismael shook his head and moved near Calus as the other paused to look directly into Ismael's eyes.
"Observe, Calus. We would have enough time if we did this to learn more about the Count and how he came to be that way!"
"Are you saying that this object—which you refer to as whatever, or magic—could send us back in time? Is that all?"
"Additionally, Calus, we are present and can attest to this. You witnessed our return to our households after touching the clock!" Calus once more shook his head in response to Ismael's exclamation.