Yes, this secret garden of yours is most impressive, Mr. Moonlight. [ Unfortunately, Sholmes is still compelled to employ a certain mode of address, even if his polite intent is undercut by anachronistic ignorance. ]

Perhaps you can provide some clarification ... [ He approaches the edge of the stream and turns to face the ent. ] The nightmare-repellent properties observed in the flora and fauna around this cave--from where do they originate? The spring water, perhaps?