The presence is stronger here, seeping along the cracks in the stone steps that lead down from the trap door and hanging in the atmosphere, heavier than air. Whoever is causing it is certainly trying their best to keep some very dark secrets, and keep some certain people silent.

But it doesn’t always work. Sans doesn’t exactly get a response, but he can hear a muffled sound like a child growling. Listening a little closer will also let him hear the faint groan of a lower voice, likely an adult down there with whoever the child is.

Otherwise, it’s mainly silent, save for the sound of footsteps moving up the staircase.