[That earns another glance — because he can read enough into the response to assume some sort of dynamic, where either the other party (Reno, in this case) has little qualms regarding stolen identity, or Rufus' relationship with him suggests a special exception. Telling.]

Denial, most often. [He remembers his own reaction — spending the better part of the first month in the maintenance tunnels underground.] But you're right. It is better to face this situation directly than expect it to change. As you will gather, leaving this realm isn't feasible at the moment.

[He has in fact never heard of anyone leaving, only being statue-ified.]

Do you have any other questions?

[Sasuke will... hang around, awkwardly, while the man shops for pants. Don't flash anyone your pristine white ass, President Shinra.]