[Alfie would know that cloak anywhere, and it stops him in his tracks. He's been looking for Royce in this mess of a place, walking up walls and down upside-down staircases, but he didn't want to find him like this. The only thing that stops him from turning around and trying to get away immediately is his earlier run-in with Stephen. He'd been normal-ish, despite his appearance - he'd been able to communicate and recognize people. So instead of running, Alfie approaches.]
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Royce.