It must be pretty uncomfortable, having the fact of the transformation hanging over your head like a poised blade. But then again, Souji would still prefer it to his own experience, to be honest. Not knowing what was happening to them at the start of it all, why their bodies were turning against them, had not been too pleasant - even if he'd immediately reaped the benefit of growing healthier, which had helped.

"Mmm, at least a couple of hours, though it can go on for longer. But generally, you're usually not stuck in here until nightfall, so that's always something." That had only happened once, as far as he's aware, and had gone on for... he's actually not certain. He'd been insane with the ill effects of the fog and delirious with fever - but a couple of days at least.

Better not to make the situation worse for the other man unless he has to, though. So instead his smile widens. "At least we're not alone in here, huh? What's your name?"