In fact, you haven't moved an inch from where you first fell into your trance.

"The Dark One must have found you quite interesting. You were out for nearly two hours. Normally, the poor sod has to face that glare for all of about five minutes. However, no matter how long it takes, the ritual cannot be interrupted."

"The One who was Watched has awoken. Let him retrieve the blade, newly blessed with the Dark One's will."

The basin of blood has quieted down, and the odd glow is gone.