[ Akechi takes all that in as he inspects the doors, finding for himself the deadbolt on one and the lack thereof on the other. This might suggest the lockless room is the safer, though who can say, in dreams? It could simply be meant to lull them into a false sense of security. More than likely, neither choice will prove simple, or easy. ]

Well, if nothing else, it seems I had the good fortune of running into someone so knowledgeable. [ it's meant kindly, nothing more. ] If I'm understanding you correctly, then this particular dream scenario is disconnected from the "dreamworld" you mentioned? Can you think of what it is that sets this experience apart?

[ Anyway, well. Let's try our luck with the lockless door. ]