We considered something similar in my world to be a form of science. An ability some are born with and hone over the years through training. I've been told anyone can learn it here...

[ He can't help the hint of a skeptical look that crosses his face at that. ]

But I can understand that feeling. The entire concept of even being brought here as we were is a bit hard to swallow. Kidnapping I can at least understand. [ And has committed on more than one occasion as well. ] But not the pool and all that comes with it. Including this being somehow another world. A land I've not heard of I can accept but this?

[ He shakes his head. ]

You should let me buy you a coffee, or a drink if you prefer. I think we should benefit from helping one another here perhaps.