[ How the hell all these branches kept managing to whack him a good one in the face was beyond Caramia, but here he was, having to hold his arm up just to push through these dull, strange woods. Hopefully, it'd be worth his efforts in the end!

The sound of a voice was a promising start, even if it did surprise him. He pulled down his arm, giving a quick glance around. Lupin, of course, caught his eye at first, as any sort of color was bound to do in this dreary place, but the looming, intimidating house was definitely not overlooked. It sure felt like he was tossed into some horror silent film at this point. ]

Exploring? Feels more like investigating.

[ He gave just as friendly of a smile. ]

Seems I was beaten to it, though. Thank goodness for that, the silence around here is insanely deafening.