Chance, as opposed to--? If anyone here was in charge of assigning rooms, then their presence has eluded Cullen entirely so far. They all seemed freely available to those who wish them, or those whose needs must, for even a moment's rest. And strategy? Suppose there could be benefit in certain locations, but Cullen has not been here nearly long enough to make such discoveries.

But none of that is what Anders meant, is it? A room near his. Maker, this cannot be as ridiculous as it sounds. The implication that- what, Cullen hunted the mage down, not to take action, but to monitor him? So poorly that Anders would catch him asleep on the job the very first day? This is insult and injury hand in hand, and Cullen rolls his eyes with corresponding zest.

"They're all the same," he repeats slowly, as such a complex message apparently requires time to sink in. "This one was nearest to the entrance."