If it weren't for how much quieter than normal the Mansion seems, Souji would have completely forgotten there was an event going on. As it is, the most attention he gives that fact is in the form of occasional glances at the door to make sure nothing's sneaked up on them.

"It would be interesting." The closest Souji's come is knowing about Rise's true self, when most people only saw her as a pop idol, but he figures that experience applies somewhat. "I don't really know if I've noticed anyone who was from a book or movie from my home since I got here, though."