There's been an ongoing increase of people being interned in mental institutions. The people involved shouting nonsense about 'not being able to handle the truth'. As you investigate around, a bright light shines upon you. An ornamental looking peacock appears from the light.

Mystery and truth... Don't you want the power to see through the falsehoods of this world?

It turns to the crystalline orb on its back

Mystery turns into truth by touching it...