And as the other man disengaged, so did Ben. His own guard was on high alert, his body tense as he listened to the other explain his situation. And as Ben reached out to confirm the Sith was telling the truth...he felt no sense of betrayal.
Of course, Obi-Wan knew better than to trust that immediately. A skilled enough master of the Force could easily lie. Still, it was best to start out on the right foot, wasn't it?
"I'm afraid I can't help you. This place....it is not of our universe." How to explain? The Empire sounded familiar, perhaps Luke knew of this man. Obi shook his head and started.
"There are a few of us from our...home trapped here right now. We have been trying to find a way back for weeks- well, I have. Unfortunately, no luck. There are others, too, from different places. If you reach out to me, you will know I am not lying."