Unfortunately, the young man's answer feeds into the instability of Will's mind, as he is struggling to accept this as reality. Will's lived too long with hallucinations so vivid that he's lost himself in them as 'reality'. Granted, it's been less of an issue since he was treated for his encephalitis, but still happens when he's under stress.

Cliff diving, post brutal murder activities will definitely trigger a bit of stress.

Luckily, before his conscious thoughts can go completely off the rails, one of the kittens decides they're tired of chasing noodles. The little ball of fur climbs up blooded trousers and starts to make itself at home on Will's thigh. The sensation of tiny claws leaving little pinpricks on his skin, helps Will anchor to the moment. Reaching up, he begins to run his hand over the warm, little body. The sensation of soft fur further anchoring his reality.

"How long have people been in this place?" He asks, after a few minutes of silence. If there are people who have been here for decades without explanation, he's willing to buy in to Accelerator's concerns. If we're talking months?

Things take time. If Will's learned nothing else from his relationship with Hannibal, it's the value of being patient.