{ once they're in the office, he'll indicate to the seat opposite his at his desk, moving to get glasses and bottles of water from a fridge and places them on the table, just in case this is a long discussion and hijikata gets thirsty. }

Oh? { the mention of portals has him curious, and he's glad he shut the door behind them on the way in, just in case this has something that could panic one of the locals. }

I haven't had a chance to look into them yet, with... what I've dealt with recently. Though I can't say I'm surprised by that. Not that I don't believe you, I do given the circumstances of this world, but may I inquire as to where you learned about this? Is there evidence that makes it seem that way? or is it more instinctive?

{ his tone is certainly more curious than accusative at least. he just wants Details. }