with interviews in full swing , every area of the german accommodations is eerie in its stillness . typically , this would encourage hugo to venture out , seeking companionship , or at the very least something more stimulating for the mind . and yet , his choice for most of the day has been an excursion to the library , finding something of interest , and lingering around the common area , waiting . for what exactly he isn't sure , until the door creaks open . the baron snaps to attention , eyes darting up from his reading materials to find @espionisms @diamondnoble @classiqals . page number committed to memory , the book shuts with a thump , " finally , a sign of life . " a sigh of relief passes through parted lips . " i almost thought i'd be alone here forever . "